Dan Blakeley

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating what it calls a suspicious death in Scouts Valley Trail off Old Barrie Road in Orillia. The discovery was made just after 7 o'clock last night. The Orillia OPP Crime Unit is investigating under the directio... See more

South Simcoe Police are looking for a fail-to-remain driver after bits and pieces of a vehicle were left Sunday morning at McDonald's in Bradford. Officers say a black 2021 or 2022 Ram 1500 appears to have left Holland Street West, travelled over the side... See more

Barrie police have charged a 26-year-old man following an incident downtown that involved threats made with a weapon. Officers responded after two individuals were confronted at Meridian Place on the evening of May 27, 2026. Suspect allegedly produced a u... See more

The District Municipality of Muskoka is rolling out two new housing programs designed to tackle affordability challenges across the region, offering support for first-time homebuyers while encouraging the creation of more rental housing. Applications are ... See more

NEW YEAR'S EVE Wednesday, December 31 - some retailers, including grocery stores, will be closing earlier than usual - most beer stores close by 6 p.m. - most LCBO stores close at 6 p.m. - Some drug stores will be open late: Click below for which location... See more