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• Nearly 75% of sledding trails open in Simcoe County

  Nearly three-quarters of the snow sledding trails are open in Simcoe County.

  

• Grandparents targeted by scammers: OPP

  For scam artists, it's as though seniors have a bullseye on their backs.

  

• Fire destroys 2-story barn in Adjala-Tosorontio

  A two-story barn in Adjala-Tosorontio was destroyed following a fire Wednesday afternoon.

• Bone-chilling weather en route: Extreme cold alert for Simcoe Muskoka region

  A significant cold weather system has moved into the Muskoka region and drifted down to Simcoe Muskoka.

• Barrie kicks off Black History Month with flag raising

  Barrie kicked off Black History Month with the raising of the Pan-African flag at City Hall Wednesday.

• GTA pair busted for driving a stolen vehicle after crashing into police cruiser

  Two people were hit with multiple charges after crashing into a police car.

• Barrie police investigating collision on Essa Road and Highway 400 ramp

  Barrie police are investigating a motor vehicle collision at Essa Road and the Highway 400 southbound ramp.

• Pilot program in Barrie will make x-rays more accessible for LTC residents

  Several local organizations are teaming up to make x-rays more accessible for residents in Barrie's long-term care homes.

• High interest rates continue to impact home sales in Simcoe County & Muskoka

  Higher interest rates meant to cool down inflation have had a major impact on housing sales throughout much of Simcoe County and Muskoka, according to new data.

• Local reaction to B.C.'s new illegal drug exemption initiative

  A new health initiative on the west coast is turning heads across the country, including Simcoe County.

• Winterfest returning to Barrie this weekend

  The final preparations are in place as the City of Barrie is set to host a seasonal favourite this weekend.

• Mother and daughter wanted for charges relating to animal abuse

  Barrie Police are requesting assistance from the public in finding two females wanted for animal neglect.

• County of Simcoe passes 2023 budget

  County of Simcoe councillors have approved this year's budget and met their goal of keeping an increase in taxes below inflation.

• Barrie man faces multiple pornography charges

  A 34-year-old Barrie male is facing multiple pornography charges.