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Today’s top- stories for Barrie residents.

Tech is quietly reshaping how bargain hunters shop beyond flyers

Once, scissors ruled Saturday mornings. Now, smartphone screens light up with digital deals before breakfast. The shift is unmistakable—those stubborn little paper coupons, once a staple in Canadian kitchens, are giving way to an era where AI and apps do the heavy lifting. The times they are a changing, and it’s not just the tools—it’s

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Is your favourite influencer really a financial expert?

A viral trend has swept across Canadian screens: everyday people swapping traditional financial experts for advice from online personalities. The question is, can trust built in a sixty-second video shape the fate of a hard-earned paycheque? Across the country, Canadians—young adults, retirees, and everyone in between—are tuning in to TikTok and YouTube, seeking tips on

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Piecing together the Barrie and Markham home invasions

Markham’s early summer days were marred not by sunshine but by a series of home invasions that unsettled the city’s usually steady rhythm. The victims, largely sex trade workers, found their sense of safety shattered, and the community left with questions that demanded answers. Between May and June, multiple incidents unfolded in Markham, drawing the

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Unlocking Digital Transformation for Barrie’s Local Enterprises

Barrie’s downtown is no stranger to change, but the quiet arrival of artificial intelligence could mark a turning point for every business on Dunlop Street. For local enterprises, the message is clear: don’t get left behind. AI opportunity assessment isn’t reserved for tech giants in Toronto or global conglomerates. In fact, small cities like Barrie

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