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'Ridiculous' tourism video misses mark for many locals

'Ridiculous' tourism video misses mark for many locals

'This campaign is one of many tools we use to highlight Orillia, from our lively cultural scene to our scenic outdoor recreation opportunities,' said city official
POSTCARD MEMORIES: Simpson first brewed up success in Innisfil

POSTCARD MEMORIES: Simpson first brewed up success in Innisfil

After his Simcoe Steam Brewery was lost twice to fire, Robert Simpson moved his operation to Barrie
BEYOND LOCAL: Experts weigh in on food safety after 'best before' date passes

BEYOND LOCAL: Experts weigh in on food safety after 'best before' date passes

Instead of relying on the label, experts say, pay attention to when a product was opened and use your judgment to determine if it's gone bad
Keep cozy in your pajamas for Girls Night Out this year

Keep cozy in your pajamas for Girls Night Out this year

March 7 event, hosted by NewRoads Automotive Group, marks International Women's Day and supports Girls Inc. of York Region
Good morning, Innisfil!

Good morning, Innisfil!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
'Beautiful person': Today's Special host, former Barrie teacher mourned

'Beautiful person': Today's Special host, former Barrie teacher mourned

Nerene Virgin became 'one of Ontario and Canada’s best role models,' says former Steele Street student
BEYOND LOCAL: NHL announces PWHL's three-on-three all-star rosters

BEYOND LOCAL: NHL announces PWHL's three-on-three all-star rosters

The 24 players from the Professional Women's Hockey League's six teams will compete in a 20-minute game Feb. 1 at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto to kick off the three-day NHL all-star break
Brighter future? Barrie's pink building razed over safety concerns

Brighter future? Barrie's pink building razed over safety concerns

'The only real remedy was making the building go away. I don’t think there will be too many people sad to see it go,' says downtown councillor
Township resident questions 'letters of support' for annexation

Township resident questions 'letters of support' for annexation

Jane Voorheis calls city's letters sent to minister 'an unfair representation,' while Barrie mayor says providing template is 'common practice'
County seeking $4M more from Barrie taxpayers in 2024 budget

County seeking $4M more from Barrie taxpayers in 2024 budget

'I just feel we keep throwing more and more money at things. I would love to see a value-for-money (review),' says Ward 10 councillor