Local Journalism Initiative Content

Minister Saks engaged with staff members to understand their roles better and to discuss the community's needs

Council approved a housing accelerator program to expedite the construction of senior care homes.

Last Wednesday, the city council sanctioned the capital construction and maintenance of a dewatering program

Are the environment and democracy under siege? Is business gaining ground in a dysfunctional political landscape of ON.

The June 26 arrest starkly highlights the severe challenges Barrie's essential services and needy individuals encounter.

We joined Ryan's Hope’s compassionate volunteers, as they navigate the city's streets, helping the most vulnerable

This panel discuss built on the Canadian Drug Policy Coalition's 2021 community analysis of drug criminalization impacts

“Barrie’s Day of Action” was staged last week in response to Canada’s catastrophic wildfires, reaching a record high

Massive Protests Prompt Council to Reassess Legislation Aimed at Prohibiting Public Distribution of Essentials

Barrie City Council dismissed a proposed parking restriction, opting instead to forward the Development Charge Study

County With Help from Federal and Provincial Governments Boasts Over $12 Million in Funding to Tackle Housing Issues

$21M for short-term projects (2024-2028), $24.3M for medium-term (2029-2033), and $29.8M for long-term (2034 and beyond)