BARRIE CIVIC WIRE CORRESPONDENT
Tara Fenn-Orillia — Barrie Civic Wire Coverage
All filed reports from Tara Fenn-Orillia, Barrie correspondent covering the Barrie Civic Wire for the MiTL Conversation Desk.
Your Barrie Colts season tickets just got complicated
Your Colts season seats might be worthless Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's what's...
Remember those blue license plates? They cost you more than you think.
Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. ### Your Blue Plate Sticker Shock Was So Real Okay, so here's wha...
Your Barrie neighbour is paving their whole lawn. What gives?
You're not gonna believe what's happening with driveways Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so...
Your Barrie councillor could get fired for bad behaviour
Your councillors could be gone if they misbehave Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's ...
Your Barrie neighbours just bought fake chickens on Facebook
Your neighbours were buying fake chickens on Facebook Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so he...
Someone needs help saving two fish in Barrie. What would you do?
Your fish story in Barrie has me absolutely hooked Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's...
Is Barrie ready for London's $300 hot car fines?
Your city is talking about this now Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's what's actual...
Your coffee money just went up in smoke near the 400
Your coffee money just went up in smoke, literally Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here'...
Barrie's ticks are giving people a rare red meat allergy.
Your next hiking trip might bite back, Barrie Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's wha...
Is Barrie growing too fast for your social life?
You'll never guess what people are talking about now Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so her...
Your AC question just highlighted Barrie's growing pains
Your air conditioning question just hit different Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's...
Your Barrie commute is about to get 30 degrees hotter
Your commute is rough and it's getting hotter Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's wha...
Victoria Day might mean more traffic around Mapleview.
Your long weekend is about to get weird, Barrie Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's w...
Your Barrie neighbours are getting scammed by fake firefighters
Your firefighters might not be firefighters Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's what'...
Your milk just got 6% richer, Barrie. You'll notice.
Your milk just got a whole lot richer, Barrie Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's wha...
Your Barrie beach party got bloody. What happened?
Your Friday night beach party just got weird. Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. So, I saw this pop ...
Your Barrie connection to the Toronto Tempo is wild
You won't believe this wild Barrie connection Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's wha...
Toronto's new WNBA team will hit your commute hard
Your commute just got wilder, Barrie Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's what's actua...
They gave your kid a "safer snorting" cocaine flyer at school. No, seriously.
You won't believe this high school flyer Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's what's a...
Someone took $300,000 from the 400 Market. Your thoughts?
Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. ### You're not going to believe what happened at the 400 Market O...
Barrie is Canada's #2 city? What are they smoking?
Hey, your city got ranked as a great place to live Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here'...
RJ Barrett just saved your Raptors' season.
Your Raptors really dodged a bullet, eh? Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. ### Your Raptors won bec...
Barrie teens are playing 'Senior Assassin' with water guns. Should you worry?
Your kids are playing *what* kind of game? Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. So, you know how every...
Your GO train commute just got scammed.
Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. ### Your GO Train commute just got weirder Okay, so here's what's...
Your Barrie car insurance just jumped 25%. What gives?
Your car insurance bill is probably going to make you scream Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay...
A Brampton kid just joined the Raptors. Your Leafs fan is hyped.
Your Leafs fan is now a Raptors fan, just like that. Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so her...
Doug Ford worked from home. You're still stuck on the 400.
Your Premier's Work-From-Home Habits Are Wild Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's wha...
The Gardiner is closed. Your Barrie commute just got worse.
Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. ### Your commute is about to get a whole lot worse Okay, so here'...
Ford wants to boot Barrie councillors. Are you okay with that?
You won't believe what Ford's doing to councils Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's w...
Your Solicitor General wanted *that* replacement SUV? You won't believe it.
You won't believe what our Solicitor General wanted next Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so ...
Someone just called your downtown "zombies and bent over statues
Your downtown reputation is taking a hit Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's what's a...
They almost took your $30 million for a private jet
You won't believe what our government did with your money Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so...
Your Barrie neighbor went to Cleveland in camo. Seriously.
Your Raptors fan in camo, you won't believe it Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's wh...
The Raptors are using a pianist and you won't believe why
You won't believe this Toronto Raptors news Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's what's...
150 inmates just walked out of jail. Your safety?
You won't believe what's happening with these jail releases Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay,...
Your kid's attendance could soon count for marks in Barrie.
Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. ### Your kids might get marks just for showing up Okay, so here's...
Your Penetang jail is in crisis. Here's why.
Your local jails are in crisis Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's what's actually ha...
Your province lost $10 million from animal abusers. How?
You won't believe this wild animal story Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's what's ac...
Your Barrie neighbors are in serious trouble
Your neighbours might be in serious trouble Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's what'...
Your Barrie waterfront is getting a big glow up
Your Barrie waterfront is getting a big glow up Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's w...
Your school board is charging WHAT for supervisors?
Okay, your school board's charging WHAT? Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. So, I was digging throug...
Barrie, is your GO Train ride about to get better?
Your GO Train ride might get an upgrade Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's what's ac...
Toys 'R' Us is suing a swingers club. Seriously.
Your kids won't believe this Toys 'R' Us story Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's wh...
Your GO train ride just got a little less weird.
Your GO train ride just got a little less weird Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's w...
Your favorite Dunlop Street spot, Mexhico, is closing.
Your favorite plant-based spot is closing, Barrie! Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here'...
Your wild Barrie night out just went viral on Reddit
Your wild night out in downtown Barrie just went viral Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so h...
Someone broke the glass at a Barrie hockey rink. Your thoughts?
Seriously, your Friday night just got weird. Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. So, you know how we ...
Your MPPs just got a 4.2% raise. Seriously?
Your MPPs just got a raise, seriously? Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's what's act...
Metrolinx has 124 VPs. Is that why your GO Train is late?
You won't believe how many VPs Metrolinx has Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's what...
Your GO Train ride just got more expensive, and here's why.
Your GO Train ride just got more expensive Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. So, you know how everyo...
Your Barrie roads are just as bad as Toronto's, seriously.
Your roads are just as bad as Toronto's, seriously Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here'...
Your new home HST rebate is gone next year.
Okay, you won't believe this Barrie story. Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. ### Your HST rebate mi...
Is a FanDuel truck by the Spirit Catcher what Barrie needs?
Did you see this wild lineup down by the waterfront? Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. So, you know...
Your Jean Street backyard could set a "dangerous precedent" for Barrie.
Your backyard development could be a nightmare Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's wh...
Your Barrie Colts are out. So what now?
Your Maple Leafs are doing great, but what about the Colts? Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay,...
Your Peggy Hill realtor is wearing an ankle bracelet. What gives?
You won't believe what's happening with ankle bracelets! Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so ...
Arson in Barrie? Your city's facing hidden challenges.
Someone just charged with arson in a domestic dispute Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so he...
Your Barrie commute just got an app for its pain.
Your commute just got wilder, Barrie. Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's what's actu...
Your brain probably carries a fatal virus.
Did you know you're probably infected with a brain-eating virus? Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. O...
Your GO commute just got longer. Here's why.
Your GO commute just got even longer. Here's why. Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. So, you've proba...
Your next Barrie Colts ticket resale will cost you big
Your next ticket resale will cost you Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's what's actu...
Your Roman dead got a punk rock funeral. No, seriously.
Your ancient Roman dead are getting a very punk rock send-off Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Oka...
Barrie's spring equinox means more traffic, not better horoscopes.
Your spring equinox horoscope for Barrie? It's probably about traffic. Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about...
Health inspectors just seized food at two Barrie spots. Yikes.
You won't believe what's happening at your favourite Barrie spots Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. ...
Your AI just got weird about Margaret Thatcher
Your AI assistant wants to say *what* about Margaret Thatcher? Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Oka...
Your Blue Jays' Yesavage injury? Barrie knows that pain.
Your Blue Jays' Yesavage shoulder issue? Barrie's seen this before Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it....
Your Barrie council debated bird poop. Seriously?
Your backyard mystery just got weirder Good morning from the gateway — Lake Simcoe's awake, the 400 is already packed, and Barrie's got growing pains. Let's talk about it. Okay, so here's what's act...