Seymour Streets

Change is coming to several key roadways in Orillia, a measure the city administration asserts is aimed squarely at enhancing the safety of its residents, particularly those most vulnerable on its streets. Drivers navigating certain corridors will soon notice new signage heralding the arrival of designated Community Safety Zones, accompanied by a reduced speed limit […]

In communities across southern Ontario, the demands placed upon local police services continue to evolve, often in unpredictable ways. For the South Simcoe Police Service, responsible for safeguarding the towns of Innisfil and Bradford, this past March marked a significant, and perhaps concerning, milestone. The service experienced its busiest month on record, crossing a threshold

A Barrie man stands accused in the fatal shooting of two individuals in a Keswick park last autumn. Despite facing two counts of first-degree murder, 19-year-old John McKay secured his release from custody last month following a decision in a Newmarket court, a development raising questions about the conditions under which such serious charges permit

Barrie commuters accustomed to the rhythm of weekend GO train travel face upcoming disruptions. Metrolinx, the provincial agency overseeing GO Transit, has announced a temporary suspension of train service on the Barrie line during two consecutive weekends in late April and early May 2025, necessitating alternative travel arrangements for passengers heading towards Toronto and intermediate

As warmer temperatures settle across Ontario, the provincial authorities are signalling a significant shift in gears, preparing for an intensified crackdown on the rising tide of illegal car rallies and stunt driving incidents that plague communities. These unsanctioned gatherings, frequently spilling out from online coordination into public spaces, are now squarely in the sights of

A routine Wednesday afternoon in a quiet south Barrie neighbourhood shifted focus as the specialized skills of the Barrie Police K9 Unit were deployed, culminating in the apprehension of a young individual. The operation highlighted the coordinated efforts involved in local policing and the specific capabilities these trained canine teams bring to law enforcement tactics,

The absence of answers is a heavy weight—and for the residents of Barrie, that weight is embodied in the search for Olivia, a 17-year-old girl who has vanished without a trace. Barrie police are urgently seeking information in the disappearance of Olivia, whose last name has been withheld for privacy. The circumstances of her case

An ordinary Lyft ride home turned chilling for one Toronto resident, igniting a broader debate about ride-share privacy and passenger rights. Anvi Ahuja, a Toronto resident, was headed home in a Lyft with her roommates when an unexpected event unfolded that has since captured national attention. Shortly after stepping out of the car, Ahuja received