Barrie Icon Paul Sadlon Sr. Passes Away at 93
Paul Sadlon Sr., a prominent Barrie businessman, car dealership owner, and major community philanthropist, has died at the age of 93. Learn about his life and legacy.
Paul Sadlon Sr., a prominent Barrie businessman, car dealership owner, and major community philanthropist, has died at the age of 93. Learn about his life and legacy.
Ontario Provincial Police have laid charges after a driver was caught with an unsecured load on Barrie-area roads. Learn about the risks and legal consequences.
A collision involving a school bus near Lillian Crescent and Cundles Road in Barrie, Ontario, resulted in one person being transported to hospital. Details on the incident and response.
Two Toronto-area men face over 30 charges after OPP stopped their slow-moving SUV on Hwy 401 near Brockville, uncovering drugs and stolen property. Read the full story.
Ontario Provincial Police have charged a driver on Hwy. 417 for incorrectly using the HOV lane with a cat as a second occupant. Learn the rules and avoid fines.
An Ontario Provincial Police traffic stop led to impaired driving charges after an officer reported smelling alcohol. The incident underscores ongoing road safety enforcement.
A seven-year-old girl suffered serious injuries after being struck by a school bus in Laval. Police say the bus driver failed to stop after the collision and was later intercepted. The investigation is ongoing.
The Barrie & District Christmas Cheer campaign is in its final stretch. Organizers issue an urgent call for donations to meet the community's needs this holiday season. Learn how you can help.
Ontario Provincial Police seized suspected cocaine, oxycodone, and cannabis after a traffic stop for speeding on Highway 11 in Powassan. One man faces multiple charges.
The relocation of a bus stop from Victoria Hospital in Winnipeg has raised significant safety and accessibility concerns for vulnerable patients and staff. Learn about the community's response.
RCMP confirm two fatalities in a tragic collision involving a semi-truck that failed to stop at a sign northeast of Edmonton. The investigation is ongoing.
The City of Barrie has released its holiday operating schedule for parking, transit, and recreation centres. Plan your festive season with these key dates and closures.
The City of Barrie has officially opened its outdoor skating rinks for the winter season, including the popular Circle at the Centre at City Hall. Get the details on this seasonal tradition.
As winter arrives, the City of Barrie outlines its snow clearing protocols for streets and sidewalks. Learn the rules to avoid fines and ensure community safety.
An OPP officer in Sudbury spotted a driver without a seatbelt, leading to several charges. Read the details of the December 15, 2025, traffic stop.
Ontario Provincial Police have laid a stunt driving charge against a Wahnapitae motorist caught travelling 150 km/h on Coniston Hydro Road. Learn the details and potential consequences.
Canadian rock icon Kim Mitchell will ring in 2026 with a performance in Barrie. Get details on the celebration and what else is happening in the city.
A serious multi-vehicle collision on Highway 400 in Barrie on Friday, December 5, 2025, led to significant traffic disruptions. OPP attended the scene.
The City of Barrie is evaluating the future of e-scooter programs as residents remain divided. Learn about the debate and what city council might decide next.
Planning your festive weekend? Here's your complete guide to finding Santa Claus parades in Barrie, Ontario, for December 2025. Discover times and routes to catch the big guy!
The Barrie & District Christmas Cheer campaign is rallying the community to support local families facing hardship this holiday season. Learn how you can contribute.
The City of Barrie clarifies its winter operations, addressing resident concerns about snow clearing, sidewalk maintenance, and response times. Get the facts for a safer season.
Ontario Provincial Police report a teen driver failed to stop for a school bus in Atwood, crashed into a stop sign, and had open alcohol in the vehicle. Details on the incident and charges.
A woman seriously injured in Barrie in June has died. Police continue their investigation, seeking information about the incident on Henry Street. Read the latest.
The Barrie community is invited to celebrate Hanukkah with a public Menorah lighting ceremony at City Hall. Join in for this festive tradition marking the Festival of Lights.
The family of Sacha Charles is grieving after the Barrie mother of two was allegedly murdered. Her common-law spouse now faces a murder charge as the community reels from the loss.
Barrie, Ontario, was hit with 43 centimetres of snow during a prolonged winter storm, causing travel chaos. Get the details on the cleanup and impacts.
Barrie residents can finally breathe a sigh of relief as the long-awaited reopening of Bayview Drive ends construction delays and traffic headaches. Get the full story on the completed project.
Ontario Provincial Police laid a stunt driving charge against a Sudbury motorist caught travelling 153 km/h on Highway 69. Learn the consequences of excessive speeding in Ontario.
The Barrie & District Christmas Cheer campaign is struggling to meet its fundraising goal due to unprecedented demand this holiday season. Learn how the community can help.