Local Journalism Initiative Content

Event Featured an Artisan Market, Pride Parade, and a Spoken Word Performance by Barrie Poet Laureate Ty the Poetess.

Ward 9 Resident Voices Concerns Over Privacy, Property Values & Increased Density as City Pursues Long-Term Expansion.

Mina Fayez-Bahgat, County Representative, Highlight the Challenges and Opportunities in Housing Vulnerable Populations.

Former Officer and Expert Witness in Ontario Courts for Traffic Regulation and Enforcement is Suggesting a Four-Way Stop

Barrie accelerates Performing Arts Centre by 4 years, while declining $50K support request from Carnival Barrie

Local Resident Called Bylaw Excessive, Linking it to Broader Concerns About Township Spending and Lack of Transparency.

“Seek to Understand Someone Else’s Experience," said Piert "When They Tell You What They've Experienced Believe Them."

Residents Submitted a Formal Proposal to City Council to Revitalize Sam Cancilla Park for a More Vibrant Downtown.

Candidates Presented their Platforms, Addressing Key Issues Including Economic Growth and Trump Tariffs.

Shipley Accused Zacharias Over a Campaign Letter he Called Hurtful; Zacharias Said she Stands by her Communications.

Doug Shipley, Seeking Re-Election for the Conservatives, Facing Strong Challenge from Rose Zacharias, a Liberal.

Brassard Has Been the Area's MP Since 2015, While his Challenger Previously Ran as a Liberal Candidate for MPP.