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'It is the experience in the store that makes the difference': Barrie's Continental Specialty and Imports celebrates 60 years

Business

‘It is the experience in the store that makes the difference’: Barrie’s Continental Specialty and Imports celebrates 60 years

3 hrs ago
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Third generation owner Jeff Van Niekerk says he's been in the store since he was two weeks old.

Simcoe highway closures for planned roadwork on May 4

News

Simcoe highway closures for planned roadwork on May 4

3 hrs ago

‘We’re making a difference’: Midland woman continues to leave legacy for Princess Margaret Hospital cancer research

News

‘We’re making a difference’: Midland woman continues to leave legacy for Princess Margaret Hospital cancer research

19 hrs ago
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‘Let’s do it smartly and respectfully’: Neighbours of Wasaga Beach residential proposal raise environmental, density concerns

Council

‘Let’s do it smartly and respectfully’: Neighbours of Wasaga Beach residential proposal raise environmental, density concerns

22 hrs ago
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Ontario announces funding to build new elementary school in Penetanguishene

News

Ontario announces funding to build new elementary school in Penetanguishene

May 3, 2024
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What is the 'senior assassin' game and why are Ontario police forces warning people about the popular teen trend?

News

What is the ‘senior assassin’ game and why are Ontario police forces warning people about the popular teen trend?

May 2, 2024
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United Way to dole out $3.5M to 30 Simcoe Muskoka organizations

News

United Way to dole out $3.5M to 30 Simcoe Muskoka organizations

May 2, 2024
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Keep your eyes on the sky! Annual waterfront air show throttling back into Barrie in June

News

Keep your eyes on the sky! Annual waterfront air show throttling back into Barrie in June

May 3, 2024
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Orillia, Bracebridge-area contractor claims he was 'assertively coerced' into pleading guilty

Crime

Orillia, Bracebridge-area contractor claims he was ‘assertively coerced’ into pleading guilty

May 1, 2024
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'We’re committed to getting it done': Ontario education minister announces $57.7M school project for Wasaga Beach

News

‘We’re committed to getting it done’: Ontario education minister announces $57.7M school project for Wasaga Beach

May 2, 2024
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Alliston man, 39, charged with assault in connection with downtown incident

Crime

Alliston man, 39, charged with assault in connection with downtown incident

May 1, 2024
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Things to do

Tool gift ideas for Mother's Day and Father's Day

Contributors

Opinion

Tool gift ideas for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day

3 hrs ago

Here are 5 ways Collingwood’s Mother of All Yard Sales has supported local youth

Things To Do

Here are 5 ways Collingwood’s Mother of All Yard Sales has supported local youth

May 2, 2024

‘Sea of Thieves’ for PlayStation 5, ‘Endless Ocean: Luminous’ and ‘MotoGP 24’ among new video game releases this week (April 29-May 5)

Things To Do

‘Sea of Thieves’ for PlayStation 5, ‘Endless Ocean: Luminous’ and ‘MotoGP 24’ among new video game releases this week (April 29-May 5)

May 2, 2024

What's popular on Netflix this week? 'Rebel Moon Part II: The Scargiver' and 'Baby Reindeer' headline this week's lists

Things To Do

What’s popular on Netflix this week? ‘Rebel Moon Part II: The Scargiver’ and ‘Baby Reindeer’ headline this week’s lists

May 2, 2024

Obituaries

Ferne May (nee Heipel) Allen

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Patricia "patty" (nee Brooks) Van Evera

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Evelyn Woodward

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Stephen Mccutcheon

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Featured

SERIES: AGING STRONG

Aging Strong in Simcoe County: Discover how older adults are living active, vibrant lives and what’s being done to help make that happen

News Topics That Matter

Indigenous Local — A source for Indigenous news, profiles and community coverage that uplifts and informs

News Topics That Matter

BEHIND THE CRIMES: Solved and Unsolved Cases in Ontario

News

Here’s a list of mental health, crisis, addiction, domestic abuse and shelter services in Barrie, Orillia and Simcoe County

Opinion

Rotary Club of Wasaga Beach celebrates 40 years of making our communities better

Contributors

Opinion

Rotary Club of Wasaga Beach celebrates 40 years of making our communities better

32 mins ago

Local and regional charity partners recently gathered to kick off the 2024 Rotary Corvette Lottery Campaign.

Contributors

Opinion

Tool gift ideas for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day

3 hrs ago

Editorials

Editorial

Monday’s highway carnage is yet more proof that police chases are never worth the risk

May 2, 2024

Personal Finance

Opinion

ASK THE MONEY LADY: Should I skip the pre-nup to save on legal fees?

May 3, 2024

Columnists

Opinion

After a tragedy on the 401, the question is: Why the chase?

May 1, 2024

Volunteer Opportunities

On-site

Simcoe Muskoka Family Connexions

with Simcoe Muskoka Family Connexions

A youngster who would benefit from frequent one-on-one time and needs extra assistance …

Location: Barrie

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Essa and District Agricultural Society

Gate Operator - Gate Coordinator

with Essa and District Agricultural Society

We are looking for an individual to help run our gate for the Barrie Fair over the four days…

Location: Thornton

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On-site

MCC Care & Share Thrift Shop

Clothing Sorters/Processing Volunteers

with MCC Care & Share Thrift Shop

Do you know fashion trends? Do you have an eye for quality? We are looking for volunteers to…

Location: Stouffville

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On-site

King Nursing Home

Volunteer at King Nursing Home

with King Nursing Home

Join us in spreading smiles and joy to our wonderful residents. Make a meaningful impact and…

Location: BOLTON

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Life

You suddenly lose your husband, your wife, your child. How can you possibly deal with the grief?

Relationships

Opinion

You suddenly lose your husband, your wife, your child. How can you possibly deal with the grief?

3 hrs ago

Advice columnist Ellie Tesher on how to best handle "unanticipated loss."

MuchMusic VJ Teddy Tong found 'the one,' the person who showed him he could love and treat someone right: Dating Stories

Relationships

Opinion

MuchMusic VJ Teddy Tong found ‘the one,’ the person who showed him he could love and treat someone right: Dating Stories

4 hrs ago

My husband quit his job to pursue his passion. Turns out his 'passion' is his stunning trainer. You won't believe how I caught them. Ask Lisi

Relationships

Opinion

My husband quit his job to pursue his passion. Turns out his ‘passion’ is his stunning trainer. You won’t believe how I caught them. Ask Lisi

May 3, 2024

My friend's husband had an affair. Things got extremely messy — her daughter calls the other woman 'the witch.' The other woman just texted me and asked me to help her! Should I? Ask Lisi

Relationships

Opinion

My friend’s husband had an affair. Things got extremely messy — her daughter calls the other woman ‘the witch.’ The other woman just texted me and asked me to help her! Should I? Ask Lisi

May 2, 2024

ASK THE MONEY LADY: Should I skip the pre-nup to save on legal fees?

Personal Finance

Opinion

ASK THE MONEY LADY: Should I skip the pre-nup to save on legal fees?

May 3, 2024

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Beauty and Fashion

Your first look at what Team Canada will wear at the Paris 2024 Olympics

Beauty & Fashion

Your first look at what Team Canada will wear at the Paris 2024 Olympics

Apr 16, 2024

People are asking ‘How old do I look?’ on TikTok. A plastic surgeon walked us through what makes you look older than you are

Beauty & Fashion

People are asking ‘How old do I look?’ on TikTok. A plastic surgeon walked us through what makes you look older than you are

Apr 10, 2024

Beauty & Fashion

These ‘lunch-break facelifts’ are popular at GTA medical spas. But patients are being misled about the procedure — and potentially put at risk

Mar 17, 2024

A new doc explores the rise, fall and rebirth of troubled fashion genius John Galliano

Beauty & Fashion

Opinion

A new doc explores the rise, fall and rebirth of troubled fashion genius John Galliano

Mar 14, 2024

Real Estate

Essa home prices plunge 8.3 per cent to $791,747 in April 2024

Real Estate

Essa home prices plunge 8.3 per cent to $791,747 in April 2024

20 hrs ago

Simcoe County home prices drop 1.1 per cent to $955,045 in April 2024

Real Estate

Simcoe County home prices drop 1.1 per cent to $955,045 in April 2024

20 hrs ago

New Tecumseth home prices slip 0.7 per cent to $899,909 in April 2024

Real Estate

New Tecumseth home prices slip 0.7 per cent to $899,909 in April 2024

20 hrs ago

Bradford West Gwillimbury home prices jump 3.5 per cent to $1.15 million in April 2024

Real Estate

Bradford West Gwillimbury home prices jump 3.5 per cent to $1.15 million in April 2024

20 hrs ago

Autos

Washer fluid level sensor in my truck has failed again. What's going on?

Autos

Washer fluid level sensor in my truck has failed again. What’s going on?

Apr 6, 2024

Fun to drive, dull interior, zany steering. What is up with this Toyota?

Autos

Fun to drive, dull interior, zany steering. What is up with this Toyota?

Apr 6, 2024

Is there such a thing as too much luxury in a truck?

Autos

Is there such a thing as too much luxury in a truck?

Mar 30, 2024

When it comes to moving people and their stuff, minivans rule. But does this one drive well?

Autos

When it comes to moving people and their stuff, minivans rule. But does this one drive well?

Mar 30, 2024