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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Firefighters use defensive attack in intense house fire
Barrie firefighters are on the scene of an intense structure fire on Jones Drive.
Snow squall warnings issued by Environment Canada
Snow squall warnings are in place for two distinct regions of central Ontario.
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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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Blue Mountain Resort launches free night skiing program for youth
Locals are invited to experience the thrill of free night skiing and snowboarding at Blue Mountain with the launch of the Second Tracks Program.
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Man wanted on Canadian Border Services Agency warrant pulled over on Highway 400
A routine traffic stop by Orillia police resulted in several charges for one driver.
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Traffic light destroyed during crash, impaired driving charges laid
Police in Collingwood have arrested and charged a man after he was allegedly under the influence of alcohol when he crashed into a traffic light.
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Third person charged in daytime theft at Gravenhurst legion
Police have charged a third person in connection to a daytime theft at a legion in Gravenhurst.
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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.
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Teen allegedly hit by vehicle while being pulled on GT Racer sled: OPP
Police in Orillia are investigating an incident that left a 14-year-old in the hospital after they were injured while being pulled on a GT Racer sled.
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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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Norovirus cases are rising in Canada. Here's advice from a doctor
Canadian health officials are reporting a rising number of cases of the highly contagious norovirus disease in Canada, warning that the elderly and young children are most at risk.
Canada and U.S. warships join forces in South China Sea through contested waters
The United States Navy's USS Higgins joined HMCS Ottawa in the South China Sea, near the contested Scarborough Shoal, on Thursday. The two warships travelled south together towards the Spratly Islands – a number of which China has militarized.
Alberta premier talks about 'tariff-free relationship' with the U.S.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said her conversations with U.S. President Donald Trump went well, but the leader's tariff threat has not been averted.
Progress made in talks over Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage release, officials say
U.S. and Arab mediators made significant progress overnight toward brokering a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war and the release of scores of hostages held in the Gaza Strip, but a deal hasn't been reached yet, officials said Monday.
Bishop's students allege teacher uses degrading terms, university doing nothing
Students at Bishop's University in Sherbrooke, Que., say they're shocked and appalled by the school's apparent lack of action over a teacher they allege has been using derogatory language in her classroom for years.
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.
Teenager stabbed during altercation inside Hillcrest High School
Two people were seriously injured during an altercation at an Ottawa high school on Monday morning.
Ottawa driver's Jaguar SUV held for months during dispute between tow truck company, insurance provider
An Ottawa driver is speaking out after her vehicle was towed from a crash scene in early November and held for months during a dispute between a local tow truck company and insurance provider.
Weekend announcements narrow field of high-profile Liberal leadership prospects
As a race to elect a new Liberal leader quickly approaches, a high-profile candidate appears set to throw their hat into the ring.
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