Today’s top- stories for Barrie residents.
Alright folks, listen up! Summer’s practically knockin’ at the door, and you know what that means? Real baseball is back! Forget the big leagues for a night, ’cause the heart of the game beats right here in Barrie. Your Barrie Baycats, the reigning champs, are ready to kick things off right for their home opener. […]
Catch Championship Baseball Action as Baycats Launch Their Season May 15th Read More »
A significant surge in early participation marked the recent Canadian federal election’s advance polling period, shattering previous records. Preliminary figures indicate a remarkable 7.3 million Canadians cast their ballots over the four designated days, a substantial 25 percent increase compared to the 5.8 million early votes recorded in 2021. While this trend was observed nationwide,
Ontario Fuels Record Advance Voter Turnout Across Canada Read More »
Record numbers flooding Canadian food banks signal more than just hunger; they act as a stark economic indicator, a modern ‘canary in the coal mine’ warning of deep cracks in the nation’s affordability and social safety net. Across Canada, the demand for emergency food assistance has reached unprecedented levels. Food Banks Canada reported a staggering
Record Food Bank Use Isn’t Just About Groceries Anymore Read More »
Isn’t it peculiar how the grand tapestry of global events can influence whether Mrs. Higgins next door decides to finally visit Penetanguishene instead of Florida this winter? It seems the winds of political change and a generally unsettled world are subtly nudging folks right here in Barrie, and indeed across Canada, to reconsider their holiday
The Rise of the Politically-Prompted Barrie Staycation Read More »
Let me tell ya, that’s how you play hockey, kids! The Barrie Colts showed some real jam Tuesday night, didn’t they? In front of nearly four thousand fans going absolutely bananas at the Sadlon Arena, these boys punched their ticket to the OHL’s Eastern Conference Finals. They dug deep in a nail-biting Game 7 against
Colts Clinch Finals Berth in Game 7 Barn Burner! Read More »
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
OPP Look to React Fast & Furiously Against Stunt Driving Read More »
In a quiet courthouse in Cayuga, Ontario, the wheels of justice turn, drawing the concerned attention of communities far beyond its immediate locale, particularly residents of Barrie. Closing arguments are now being heard in the trial concerning the death of Ontario Provincial Police Constable Grzegorz Pierzchala, an event that occurred over two years ago but
Barrie Watches Closely As The Const Pierzchala Trial Nears Its End Read More »
The stark impossibility of home ownership weighs heavily on many Ontarians as the Canada Votes 2025 federal election campaign unfolds. For individuals like Iuri Rezende Souza in Kitchener, the Canadian dream seems increasingly distant, reducible perhaps to a vacant lot and a trailer – a prospect highlighting a profound disconnect between political rhetoric and lived
Generation Rent? Young Ontarians Scrutinize Party Housing Plans Read More »
In a digital landscape riddled with ever-evolving threats, the human element remains a critical vulnerability—or asset—in corporate defence. Botree Inc. is making a calculated move, announcing a significant partnership aimed squarely at transforming employees from potential risks into robust lines of cyber defence through enhanced employee training. Botree Inc., known for its Level-Up™ Training System,
Botree and White Tuque Aim to Build Corporate Cyber Resilience Read More »
The avenues for participating in the federal election before the official polling day are narrowing. With advance polls having concluded on Monday, attention now shifts to the final methods available for early voting, primarily through the special ballot system administered by Elections Canada. A critical deadline looms, demanding prompt action from electors requiring these alternatives.
Special Ballot Explained: Deadlines and Options for Voters Read More »
