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Barrie News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

Barrie News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

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Daily 2-minute local news for Barrie, Ontario (Canada): key incidents, city decisions, events, weather, and trending stories. Fresh every day.

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  • Barrie: Barrie Colts select homegrown talent in first-round pick | June 16

    Barrie: Barrie Colts select homegrown talent in first-round pick | June 16
    Jun 16 2026
    Barrie's Barrie Colts selected a local player with their first-round draft pick, boosting community pride, while a developer seeks city relief for a stalled apartment project on Barrie Road. The Barn Burner hockey event raised funds for local charities, and Colts captain Cole Beaudoin won the CHL Sportsman Player of the Year award.
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    2 mins
  • Barrie: Barrie Road apartment plan on hold as developer seeks city relief | June 16

    Barrie: Barrie Road apartment plan on hold as developer seeks city relief | June 16
    Jun 16 2026
    Barrie's new apartment complex on Barrie Road faces delays as the developer seeks regulatory exemptions, and the city's YMCA construction hits 30% completion. Barrie Colts captain Cole Beaudoin wins CHL Sportsman of the Year, while a local flag-maker gains attention for World Cup-inspired designs.
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    1 min
  • Barrie: Barrie police face second budget shortfall as community weighs input | June 15

    Barrie: Barrie police face second budget shortfall as community weighs input | June 15
    Jun 15 2026
    Barrie police seek public input on 2027 budget amid financial deficit, balancing safety and resources. Barrie Airshow and Snowbirds performance draw crowds despite overcast weather and cooler temps.
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    2 mins
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