Barrie

• How to mark National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Barrie and Simcoe County

  On Saturday, Sept. 30, Canada will mark the third National Day for Truth and Reconciliation to recognize the impact of residential schools.

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• Car explosion in Barrie, Ont. neighbourhood from home-made bomb: police

  Peter Leon, corporate communications co-ordinator with Barrie police, said police, fire, and paramedics responded to an incident at 108A Anne Street in Barrie just before 3 a.m.

  Crime

  Sep 27
  
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• New signs in Barrie discouraging panhandling an unwelcome sight for advocates

  Signs dissuading people from giving money to panhandlers in Barrie are string up some questions, following other controversial moves to try and address homelessness.

  Canada

  Sep 26
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• South Simcoe Police arrest suspect in 2022 carjacking

  South Simcoe Police say they have apprehended one of two suspects sought in a carjacking that happened in Innisfil last year.

  Crime

  Sep 20
• 5 people injured in early morning crash in north Barrie, Ont.

  The collision occurred shortly after 1 a.m. A man was arrested a short distance from the scene. He was charged with impaired driving and leaving the scene of an accident.

  Traffic

  Sep 8
• Ontario community ‘gutted’ after newly retired teacher dies in motorcycle crash

  A Midland, Ont. man is being remembered for his 'above and beyond' dedication to his students and his family after passing away following a motorcycle crash earlier this month.

  Canada

  Aug 29
• Suspects in armed robbery sought after shot fired in Barrie, police say

  Police say a 40-year-old man from Windsor was injured after being robbed by two males who were waiting in the parking lot.

  Crime

  Aug 21
• How one Ontario business hopes a new pay it forward model leaves no one out

  As Canadians continue to struggle with the cost of living, one yoga studio hopes their new membership pay model will relieve those juggling their finances.

  Canada

  Aug 17
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• 21-year-old Barrie man killed in Orillia crash

  A 21-year-old Barrie man is dead after a crash involving a motorcycle and a tractor-trailer in Orillia on Tuesday.

  Canada

  Aug 16
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• Barrie launching shuttle program for former inmates leaving Penetanguishene prison

  Barrie partners with Ontario Ministry of the Solicitor General in a new shuttle program helping those newly released from the local prison get back to their home communities.

  Canada

  Jul 19