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Help better the community with BWG Clean-up Week
The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury is inviting residents to roll up their sleeves and take part in its annual Community Clean-up Week thi...
15h ago

Barrie Police issue warning as Fraud Prevention Month comes to a close
The Barrie Police Service is urging residents to act quickly if they believe they've been targeted by fraud, as scams continue to impact ind...
15h ago

Pair of arrests made in local organized retail theft investigation
Two men are facing charges following an investigation into a series of organized retail thefts across Ontario. South Simcoe Police say the i...
15h ago

South Simcoe forecast for Monday, March 30th
It's about to rain... a lot! Here is your South Simcoe forecast for this new week, per Environment Canada: Date Detailed Forecast Today Sunn...
18h ago

Alliston Hornets rally from clunky pair of losses to stay alive against Siskins
It's been a messy series between the Alliston Hornets and the Stayner Siskins. Despite initially winning Game #3 of the North Carruthers Div...
18h ago

Georgian College launches student art exhibition at Barrie campus
A new student art exhibition highlighting emerging creative voices is open at Georgian College's Barrie campus. "Authenticity" fea...
Mar 27, 2026

Annual fundraising tradition returning to Tottenham
A long-standing community fundraising tradition is set to return to Tottenham this spring. The Tottenham CRIC has announced its annual Draw ...
Mar 27, 2026

Barrie Police arrest dangerous driver after video shared on social media
A Barrie man is facing multiple charges after allegedly posting a video of dangerous driving on social media. The investigation began after ...
Mar 27, 2026

South Simcoe forecast for Friday, March 27th
Happy Friday! Here is your South Simcoe forecast for this weekend and the start of next week, per Environment Canada: Date Detailed Forecast...
Mar 27, 2026

Alliston Hornets take series lead with strong Game #3 win over Stayner Siskins
The Alliston Hornets are gaining momentum as they look to claim the North Carruthers Division title in the PJHL Playoffs. With the series ti...
Mar 27, 2026

Preparation for new Civic Centre in Bradford West Gwillimbury about to begin
Work will begin soon on a new Civic Centre in Bradford West Gwillimbury. Town officials say the initial phase of the project at 125 Simcoe R...
Mar 26, 2026

Suspect wanted in local identity fraud investigation
Nottawasaga OPP are asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect involved in an identity fraud investigation. A fraudulent identifi...
Mar 26, 2026

Barrie Police arrest pair of drivers after separate traffic violations
Two drivers are facing charges after being stopped minutes apart in Barrie's north end for separate traffic violations that police say posed...
Mar 26, 2026

South Simcoe forecast for Thursday, March 26th
Enjoy the sun this morning if you see it! Here is your South Simcoe forecast for the rest of this week and this weekend, per Environment Can...
Mar 26, 2026

BWG firefighters complete specialized ice water rescue training
Bradford West Gwillimbury Fire & Emergency Services has completed specialized ice water rescue training to enhance emergency response ca...
Mar 25, 2026

Courier-style fraud steals $1000 from local elderly victims
Barrie Police are warning residents after a courier-style fraud targeted two elderly victims and resulted in financial loss. Police say the ...
Mar 25, 2026
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South Simcoe forecast for Wednesday, March 25th
It's a chilly morning! Here is your South Simcoe forecast for the rest of this week, per Environment Canada: Date Detailed Forecast Today A ...
Mar 25, 2026

Counterfeit money being used in online marketplace transactions
Barrie Police are warning residents to be cautious when using online marketplaces after a seller was paid with counterfeit money. The incide...
Mar 24, 2026

Collision involving impaired driver sends multiple people to hospital
An impaired driving charge has been laid following a head-on collision in Barrie that sent two people to hospital. Barrie Police say officer...
Mar 24, 2026

Local school board taking feedback on their learning environment
The Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) is inviting parents and guardians to share their feedback through its annual Scho...
Mar 24, 2026
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South Simcoe forecast for Tuesday, March 24th
The sun! Here is your South Simcoe forecast for this week, per Environment Canada: Date Detailed Forecast Today Sunny. Increasing cloudiness...
Mar 24, 2026

Barrie Police investigating robbery at Georgian Mall jewelry store
Barrie Police are asking for the public's help as they investigate a robbery at a jewelry store inside Georgian Mall. It happened on Tuesday...
Mar 23, 2026

Barrie, Innisfil receiving provincial funding for 2025 ice storm recovery
The Ontario government is providing more than $26 million in funding to support ice storm recovery efforts in Barrie and Innisfil. The provi...
Mar 23, 2026

International students being targeted by fraudsters and scammers
Barrie Police are warning that international students are increasingly being targeted by scams. March is Fraud Prevention Month. Police say ...
Mar 23, 2026
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Alliston Hornets, Stayner Siskins sit even heading into Game #3
The Alliston Hornets have some work to do heading into next weekend. They went into Game #2 of their series with the Stayner Siskins up 1-0 ...
Mar 23, 2026

South Simcoe forecast for Monday, March 23rd
Happy Monday! Here is your South Simcoe forecast for this new week, per Environment Canada: Date Detailed Forecast Today Cloudy with 60 perc...
Mar 23, 2026

Provincial government investing millions into Alliston road repairs
The Ontario government is investing nearly $3 million to support road improvements in New Tecumseth. Simcoe-Grey MPP Brian Saunderson announ...
Mar 20, 2026
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Tax season means rise in CRA impersonators
Police are warning residents to stay vigilant as tax season brings an increase in scams involving individuals impersonating the Canada Reven...
Mar 20, 2026

South Simcoe forecast for Friday, March 20th
It's a slippery first day of spring! A Freezing Rain Warning has been issued for the area: "Freezing rain is expected to change over to...
Mar 20, 2026

Alliston Hornets cruise to Game #1 win over Stayner
The Alliston Hornets are going for the North Carruthers Division title, and they're off to a good start! Game #1 of the finals match-up agai...
Mar 20, 2026









