Brett Glover

Barrie

Host and Producer at Siva Inc.

Journalist at Metroland Media Group

Journalist at Simcoe.com

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History repeating? Last year’s Barrie air show raked in $11 million, 100,000+ visitors. Will this year’s event do the same?

4 days ago | simcoe.com | Brett Glover

Barrie’s air show is throttling back into the city, an event that has poured millions into the local economy. According to a report from Tourism Barrie, the 2024 Barrie Airshow contributed more than $11 million to the local economy. While the city’s downtown bars, restaurants and area hotels typically see an influx of visitors due to massive tourist draws like the air show, how do retailers fare?
Student says Barrie speed cameras work, as city staff report reduced speeds and over $1.2 million in revenue. Here’s how that money is likely to be spent

5 days ago | simcoe.com | Brett Glover

Smile for the camera. The City of Barrie is making the automated speed enforcement camera pilot project a full-time program, after a 16-month effort showed measurable results. Before an ASE camera was installed on Big Bay Point Road near Willow Landing Elementary, for example, speeds upward of 74 km/h were noted in the 40 km/h safety zone. After the camera was removed, the zone saw speeds of 61 km/h on the high end.
Find the perfect Simcoe County camp site this season with Hipcamp, the Airbnb of camping

1 week ago | simcoe.com | Brett Glover

Hoping to secure a camp site this season, but worried you’ll miss out on a prime spot? Hipcamp allows property owners to list their spare property that can be used as a camp site, with amenities that range from glamping — a more comfortable and possibly even luxurious form of camping — to truly roughing it in the wilderness. Users can then leave reviews and score the property. Here are some Hipcamp properties in Simcoe County that have scored 100 per cent with users.
WHAT’S GOING ON HERE? New residential complex in south Barrie bringing mix of retirement, long-term care, and apartment units

1 week ago | simcoe.com | Brett Glover

A new complex is in the works in south Barrie, one that older adults could one day call home. Construction has begun on a new community at 800 Yonge St. at the corner of Country Lane. Just the facts The complex is expected to be built in four stages, the first of which is expected to be a six-storey long-term care facility featuring 192 beds. The second stage will see the first of two 12-storey retirement homes with assisted living facilities.
Barrie pitches land, water swap at Springwater council chambers, here’s what residents and lawmakers are saying

2 weeks ago | simcoe.com | Brett Glover

Barrie’s mayor made his pitch for a land-water deal in front of a packed Springwater council chamber, but it doesn’t look like the plan is a home run with residents or lawmakers.
Preserve what you grow: 8 tips for storing homegrown food long-term

3 weeks ago | simcoe.com | Brett Glover

As grocery prices climb and food insecurity grows, some are looking for affordable ways to eat well in our communities. What if the solution to eating well wasn’t just in what we buy — but in what we grow, share or preserve together? Sow Good: How you can skip the store to save costs on produce — and still eat well in Simcoe County explores the quiet revolution happening in backyards, basements, balconies and boulevards: a return to sustainable, local food rooted in community.
Here’s how to grow your own produce at home, and other alternatives to the produce aisle

3 weeks ago | simcoe.com | Brett Glover

As grocery prices climb and food insecurity grows, some are looking for affordable ways to eat well in our communities. What if the solution to eating well wasn’t just in what we buy — but in what we grow, share or preserve together? Sow Good: How you can skip the store to save costs on produce — and still eat well in Simcoe County explores the quiet revolution happening in backyards, basements, balconies and boulevards: a return to sustainable, local food rooted in community.
Barrie and Springwater mayors float water, land swap amid boundary discussions

4 weeks ago | simcoe.com | Brett Glover

Water for land. That’s the trade being discussed between the City of Barrie and Springwater Township, after developing a set of shared principals covering a boundary adjustment and cross border services. The principles would see the city extend its water and wastewater services to a 183 hectare (453 acre) portion of township land, in exchange for 1,769 hectares (4,373 acres) of land.
Out and about: five LGBTQ-friendly date night spots in downtown Barrie

4 weeks ago | simcoe.com | Brett Glover

Whether it’s a coffee date, a meal, or even a night out at the arcade, there are plenty of choices for an LGBTQ-friendly date night in Barrie. While the city does lack any sort of gay bars, there are a few suggestions of venues known for their accepting atmosphere, ideal for first dates or 20th anniversaries.
Pair of Barrie restaurants featured in upcoming Crave show all about drag brunch hosted by Canada’s Drag Race winner Priyanka

1 month ago | simcoe.com | Brett Glover

This drag brunch may not have saved her life, but it could very well have breathed new life into her restaurant.

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Articles

History repeating? Last year’s Barrie air show raked in $11 million, 100,000+ visitors. Will this year’s event do the same?

Student says Barrie speed cameras work, as city staff report reduced speeds and over $1.2 million in revenue. Here’s how that money is likely to be spent

Find the perfect Simcoe County camp site this season with Hipcamp, the Airbnb of camping

WHAT’S GOING ON HERE? New residential complex in south Barrie bringing mix of retirement, long-term care, and apartment units

Barrie pitches land, water swap at Springwater council chambers, here’s what residents and lawmakers are saying

Preserve what you grow: 8 tips for storing homegrown food long-term

Here’s how to grow your own produce at home, and other alternatives to the produce aisle

Barrie and Springwater mayors float water, land swap amid boundary discussions

Out and about: five LGBTQ-friendly date night spots in downtown Barrie

Pair of Barrie restaurants featured in upcoming Crave show all about drag brunch hosted by Canada’s Drag Race winner Priyanka

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