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Ontario's need for nurses, PSWs to top 33K and 50K by 2032: document

Ontario's need for nurses, PSWs to top 33K and 50K by 2032: document

The government had recently won a fight in front of the Information and Privacy Commissioner to keep figures under wraps
Good morning, Bradford!

Good morning, Bradford!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Old YMCA site on its way to getting towering new look in Barrie

Old YMCA site on its way to getting towering new look in Barrie

'Over four buildings, we’re talking about investing half a billion dollars in your city,' SkyDev official says of multi-tower project
Teen charged after fight in mall parking lot, OPP says

Teen charged after fight in mall parking lot, OPP says

Police say female victim was taken to hospital; 16-year-old male suspect charged with assault causing bodily harm
Want to go back in time? History comes to life at Simcoe County Museum

Want to go back in time? History comes to life at Simcoe County Museum

'Springtime is a great time of renewal. Everything is opening up and starting to grow. It’s a great fit for our programming,' says official during Museum Month
'We apologize': Why your local Shoppers Drug Mart was closed Monday

'We apologize': Why your local Shoppers Drug Mart was closed Monday

Loblaw spokesperson confirms all 1,300 retail locations were affected by network software issue for a period of time Monday
Roach brings 'deep commitment' to Gilda's Club executive director role

Roach brings 'deep commitment' to Gilda's Club executive director role

'His track record of fundraising success and his passion for making a difference will undoubtedly contribute to the continued success of our organization,' board president says
Moose on the loose plows through North Bay backyard (VIDEO)

Moose on the loose plows through North Bay backyard (VIDEO)

'I lived in the bush for 18 years and I never saw a moose. I moved to town and one runs through my backyard,' witness says
Striker hit by vehicle as tempers flare again at LifeLabs picket line

Striker hit by vehicle as tempers flare again at LifeLabs picket line

Barrie police say officers responded to two separate calls about conduct of picketing LifeLabs employees, who've been on strike since May 2
POSTCARD MEMORIES: Fennell's Corners once a hotel haven

POSTCARD MEMORIES: Fennell's Corners once a hotel haven

'In those days, any busy intersection attracted one or more roadside inns,' columnist explains