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South Simcoe forecast for Friday, May 15th
Happy Friday! Here is your South Simcoe forecast for this weekend and the start of next week, per Environment Canada: Date Detailed Forecast...
31m ago

Celebrate responsibly this May long weekend
Residents in New Tecumseth are being reminded that Town facilities will operate on modified hours during the Victoria Day holiday on Monday,...
22h ago

Pair of road closures announced for next week in Innisfil
Drivers in Innisfil are being advised of upcoming temporary road closures on 9th Line next week. The town says 9th Line between Doral Drive ...
22h ago

Barrie Police arrest wanted man following April assault
Barrie Police say a 28-year-old local man wanted in connection with an April stabbing investigation has been arrested. Adam Myshak was taken...
22h ago

South Simcoe forecast for Thursday, May 14th
Summer is starting early tomorrow! Here is your South Simcoe forecast for the rest of this week and this weekend, per Environment Canada: Da...
May 14, 2026

Four Simcoe County students bring home medals at provincial Skills contest
Students from the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) earned top honours at the 2026 Skills Ontario Competition, bringing home four ...
May 13, 2026
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York Police arrest Innisfil man following industrial fire
An Innisfil man is facing several charges following an industrial fire in Whitchurch-Stouffville earlier this month. Investigators with the ...
May 13, 2026

Barrie man arrested in sexual assault investigation involving child
Barrie Police have charged a local man in connection with a sexual assault investigation involving a child. Investigators with the Crimes Ag...
May 13, 2026

South Simcoe forecast for Wednesday, May 13th
It's a wet morning! Here is your South Simcoe forecast for the rest of this week, per Environment Canada: Today Showers ending this morning ...
May 13, 2026

Officially 30 years for Alliston Midwives - Caring Hands Midwifery Services
Stevenson Memorial Hospital is celebrating the 30th anniversary of its midwifery partnership with Alliston Midwives - Caring Hands Midwifery...
May 12, 2026

Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority boasts strong finances following audit
The Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority says it remains in a strong financial position following its 2025 audit conducted by KPMG. Acc...
May 12, 2026

SMCDSB honouring nine students, including teacher, hockey player, and SNL actor
The Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) has announced its 2026 Outstanding Graduates, recognizing nine former students wh...
May 12, 2026

Overnight assault sends Barrie man to hospital
Barrie Police are investigating an early morning assault that sent a 34-year-old man to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Officer...
May 12, 2026

Pair of roads closed Tuesday in Innisfil
The Town of Innisfil is advising residents of a pair of one-day road closures. 7th Line, from 5th Sideroad to the dead end, will be closed o...
May 12, 2026

South Simcoe forecast for Tuesday, May 12th
We're expecting a big storm tonight. Here is your South Simcoe forecast for this week, per Environment Canada: Date Detailed Forecast Today ...
May 12, 2026

Nottawasaga OPP arrest Essa resident in drug trafficking investigation
A 36-year-old Essa Township resident is facing several drug trafficking and weapons charges following the execution of a search warrant by t...
May 11, 2026

South Simcoe Police holding pair of community open houses this week
The South Simcoe Police Service is marking Police Week 2026 with two community open houses in Innisfil and Bradford. Running until Saturday,...
May 11, 2026

Barrie Police arrest teenager following stabbing of Innisfil man
Barrie Police have charged an 18-year-old Barrie man following a stabbing investigation in the city's south end. Police say officers respond...
May 11, 2026
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SIU clears officers of wrongdoing in 2024 incident involving Alliston man
The Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has cleared two OPP officers following an investigation into the arrest of a 42-year-old man in Allist...
May 11, 2026

Ontario pharmacists will be able to administer more vaccines
The Government of Ontario is expanding the scope of practice for pharmacists, allowing them to administer more publicly funded vaccines and ...
May 11, 2026
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South Simcoe forecast for Monday, May 11th
It's going to warm up this week! Here is your South Simcoe forecast for this new week, per Environment Canada: Date Detailed Forecast Today ...
May 11, 2026

Mayor Richard Norcross issues statement regarding auto industry
New Tecumseth Mayor Richard Norcross has provided a statement regarding the future of Canada's manufacturing sector. It's no secret that Hon...
May 08, 2026

Temporary road closure incoming for Innisfil road
Innisfil drivers should prepare for a temporary road closure later this month. The Town says 20th Sideroad between 9th Line and Benson Stree...
May 08, 2026

Bradford District High School greenhouse helps fight local food insecurity
Students at Bradford District High School are expanding their efforts to fight food insecurity thanks to a $25,000 grant from the FCC AgriSp...
May 08, 2026
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Nottawasaga OPP bust two suspects in drug trafficking investigation
Two people were arrested after Ontario Provincial Police executed a search warrant at a Barrie home as part of an ongoing drug trafficking i...
May 08, 2026

61 animals saved from Innisfil barn fire
A South Simcoe Police officer is being credited for helping prevent a devastating barn fire in Innisfil this week. Officers were called to a...
May 08, 2026

Pickup truck flees from collision at GO station in Barrie
Barrie Police are asking for the public's help in identifying a pickup truck involved in a fail-to-remain collision at the GO Transit statio...
May 08, 2026

South Simcoe forecast for Friday, May 8th
Happy Friday! Here is your South Simcoe forecast for this weekend and the start of next week, per Environment Canada: Date Detailed Forecast...
May 08, 2026

Here's when everything will re-open at Innisfil Beach Park
Town of Innisfil has released an updated reopening schedule for amenities at Innisfil Beach Park as Phase 1 construction work continues thro...
May 07, 2026

New Tecumseth Council needs more from provincial government ahead of expected growth
Town of New Tecumseth Council has confirmed it does not support proposed provincial priority projects tied to growth and housing in South Si...
May 07, 2026









