Snow squall watches and warnings abound across central Ontario
Northern areas of central Ontario could see up to 60 centimetres of snow today.
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School bus cancellations across central Ontario
Several school boards have cancelled school transportation in areas expected to feel the worst of the snowstorm.
Another historical sexual assault charge laid against Beeton, Ont. man
A Beeton man is facing another count of sexual assault following an investigation by provincial police.
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Huntsville school bus erupts into flames en route to school
Kids were evacuated from bus moments before it went up in flames.
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Inmate assault charge stayed against man accused in Elnaz Hajtamiri murder case
Mohamad Lilo, the Montreal-area man scheduled for trial in the alleged kidnapping and murder of his former girlfriend, had his jail assault charge stayed by the Crown during a virtual court appearance Monday.
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Firefighters use defensive attack in intense house fire
Barrie firefighters are on the scene of an intense structure fire on Jones Drive.
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Two new warming centres open providing relief to vulnerable
Two new warming centres will help take the pressure off some existing facilities while giving people in need of a break from the cold a couple of more options.
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Snow squall warnings issued by Environment Canada
Snow squall warnings are in place for two distinct regions of central Ontario.
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Orillia could hire family doctors to create municipal clinic
As millions of Ontarians struggle without access to a primary care provider, Orillia is hoping that it may have a solution to address the gap.
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Driver charged with stunt driving for allegedly speeding 116km/h in 60 zone
A driver from New Lowell accused of speeding nearly double the posted limit on his way to work over the weekend has lost his licence for a month.
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Missing Barrie girl located, police confirm
Barrie police say a 14-year-old girl reported missing over the weekend has been located.
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Teen's road test halted by stunt driving charge
A 17-year-old driver failed their road test before it even began after being stopped by police in a community safety zone.
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Lone sailor trapped in ice sparks concern in Southern Georgian Bay
A lone sailor living on a sailboat trapped in the Georgian Bay ice has sparked concern among Penetanguishene residents.
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Canada Post stamps just got more expensive
Canada Post is raising the price of stamps, starting today. Stamps purchased in a booklet, coil or pane will cost 25 cents more at $1.24 per stamp. The price of a single domestic stamp is now $1.44, up from $1.15.
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Twelve of Barrie’s finest chefs compete for 'Top Chef' title
Twelve of Barrie’s finest chefs competed for the coveted title of "Top Chef Barrie" on Saturday.
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Seniors evacuated from Barrie retirement community
More than 100 seniors were evacuated on a chilly Friday afternoon after fire crews were called to a Barrie retirement community in the city’s north end.
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'I didn't want to go cold turkey:' Environment Canada's David Phillips on why he keeps working after retirement
When Environment Canada Senior Climatologist David Phillips retired this past September, he wasn’t quite ready to call it a career.
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Snowboarders showcase skill at provincial Slopestyle series
The legendary Junkyard Terrain Park at Mount St. Louis Moonstone was alive with skill and excitement on Saturday.
Twelve of Barrie’s finest chefs compete for 'Top Chef' title
Twelve of Barrie’s finest chefs competed for the coveted title of "Top Chef Barrie" on Saturday.
Empower Simcoe opens new EarlyON Centre amid growing demand
Empower Simcoe has officially opened its new EarlyON Child and Family Centre in Thornton, marking a significant expansion of its services for families and children in Simcoe County.
Snow Valley skiers and boarders helped support Elmvale Food Bank
Snow Valley's Lift Ticket campaign raised cash and food for local food bank.
Try out a Barrie fitness centre for free
Three chances to find a fitness facility and program in Barrie this week.
Blue Mountains ski shop a cornerstone of the community for nearly 60 years
For nearly 60 years, Squire John’s has been a cornerstone of the community, combining a love for the outdoors with a commitment to customer care in the Town of the Blue Mountains.
Central Ontario manufacturer gives $50K to area food banks
Buchner Manufacturing donated $50K to several Ontario food banks, including two in central Ontario.
Couple welcomes 1st baby born in 2025 in Muskoka
Three days into 2025, Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare celebrated its first baby born of the new year.
New Year's Day Polar Plunge in the frigid waters of Kempenfelt Bay
150 people joined together to celebrate New Year's Day in a frigid Kempenfelt Bay.
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Mark Carney tells Jon Stewart the Liberal party has 'a chance' after Trudeau's resignation
Days ahead of his expected Liberal leadership campaign launch, former Bank of Canada and Bank of England governor Mark Carney says Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's decision to step down boosts the party's chance in the next general election.
Industry minister Champagne to announce Liberal leadership intentions today
Industry Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne plans to reveal his intentions for the Liberal leadership race today.
Harm reduction advocates hope high court will 'clarify' Canada's 'Good Samaritan' law
Canada's Good Samaritan law, which is meant to shield people from arrest after they seek help for someone in medical distress, is under spotlight in the Supreme Court of Canada.
Strong winds forecast for Los Angeles threaten area's fight against fires
Additional water tankers and scores of firefighters have arrived at the Los Angeles area ahead of fierce winds that were forecast to return and threaten the progress made so far on two massive infernos that have destroyed thousands of homes and killed at least 24 people.
Queen Elizabeth II wasn't told about Soviet spy in her palace, declassified MI5 files show
Queen Elizabeth II wasn’t told details of her long-time art adviser's double life as a Soviet spy because palace officials didn’t want to add to her worries, newly declassified documents reveal.
Hamas has accepted a draft agreement for a Gaza ceasefire and the release of hostages, officials say
Hamas has accepted a draft agreement for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of dozens of hostages, two officials involved in the talks said Tuesday. Mediator Qatar said the negotiations were at the “closest point” yet to sealing a deal.
Icelandic discount carrier Play Airlines pulls out of Canada, leaving customers in dark
Play Airlines is pulling out of Canada less than two years after entering the market.
A B.C. man won a $2M jackpot. Members of his workplace lotto pool took him to court
A dispute over a $2 million jackpot among members of a workplace lotto pool has been settled by B.C.'s Supreme Court.
Hanging out at Starbucks will cost you as company reverses its open-door policy
If you want to hang out or use the restroom at Starbucks, you’re going to have to buy something. Starbucks on Monday said it was reversing a policy that invited everyone into its stores.
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