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Barrie robbery linked to crime ring believed to be behind series of bank heists

1 day ago | ctvnews.ca | Kim Phillips

A major multi-jurisdictional police investigation into a string of armed bank robberies across southern Ontario, including one that happened in Barrie, has resulted in five arrests. The case, dubbed Project Opal, brought together several police services, including Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), after a rash of eight robberies took place between December 2022 and March 2024.
Midland opens door to new ideas to shape waterfront redevelopment

1 day ago | ctvnews.ca | Kim Phillips

The Town of Midland hopes to transform what was once a quiet industrial stretch along Georgian Bay into a vibrant and accessible waterfront destination, with the right developer. The Town officially launched a Request for Expressions of Interest (RFEI), inviting developers to pitch bold, creative ideas to turn the 40-acre Midland Bay Landing site into a mixed-use neighbourhood.
Inspired by son’s dream, local father cycles for hospice

1 day ago | ctvnews.ca | Kristylee Varley

A local father is honouring his late son and raising money for the community in the process. Dan Johnson will be cycling from Vancouver, B.C. back to his home in Port Dover over the summer to honour his son Luke who died of cancer at the age of eight, and to raise money for a soon-to-be-built community hospice in Norfolk-Haldimand. The journey was born out of the Johnson family’s experience of having to use an out-of-town hospice for Luke when he was in his final days.
Connecticut company to acquire EVRAZ‘s North American operations, including Regina’s steel plant

1 day ago | ctvnews.ca | Drew Postey

Greenwich, Conn. based Atlas Holdings has announced it will acquire all of EVRAZ’s North American operations, which includes the steel plant in Regina. In a news release on Friday, the company says it anticipates the deal to close in the second half of 2025. EVRAZ announced in 2022 that it was looking for suitable buyers of its North American operations. Along with Regina, EVRAZ has North American facilities in Colorado, Oregon, and Alberta.
Northbound and nowhere fast: Highway 400 clogged with cottage traffic

1 day ago | ctvnews.ca | Kim Phillips

If you’re heading north for the unofficial Canada Day long weekend, you’re not alone. Thousands of drivers hit the road Friday afternoon for the unofficial kickoff to the summer season, leading to long delays and heavy congestion along Highway 400 through Barrie as city-dwellers make their way toward cottage country. From late Friday morning into the afternoon, traffic has been bumper-to-bumper in stretches, especially around key interchanges. But the slow crawl north is nothing new for many.
Sask. province-wide wildfire state of emergency expires

1 day ago | ctvnews.ca | Drew Postey

A province-wide wildfire state of emergency in Saskatchewan has ended. The order was issued by Premier Scott Moe on May 27 when several out-of-control wildfires threatened numerous communities, which led to around 15,000 people being forced to evacuate at its peak. As of Friday, evacuations had ended for all but two communities.
Food bank faces record demand and donation decline as summer pressures mount

1 day ago | ctvnews.ca | Kim Phillips

As the summer season begins, the Barrie Food Bank reports record-breaking demand for assistance at a time when donations are typically at their lowest. In May, donations to the food bank were down $13,000 compared to the same time last year, while client visits continue to rise. “May brought 7,460 visits, a record high for us,” said Karen Shuh, executive director with the Barrie Food Bank. Shuh said the surge in demand includes a growing number of children and seniors.
What’s allowed in Regina’s blue recycling carts will be changing July 1

1 day ago | ctvnews.ca | Drew Postey

The City of Regina says it will be changing what is allowed to be put in residential blue recycling carts beginning July 1. On its website, the city says that glass and Nespresso pods will no longer be accepted in blue carts. New items that can soon be put in them, however, include ice cream containers, coffee cups and removed lids, gift bags, floss containers and tape dispensers.
Two teens among 4 arrested in drug trafficking investigation involving loaded firearm

1 day ago | ctvnews.ca | Kim Phillips

Four people, including two 15-year-olds, face charges in connection with a drug trafficking investigation in Georgina that resulted in the seizure of a loaded firearm, cash and suspected methamphetamine and crack cocaine. On June 15, York Regional Police (YRP) launched an investigation into a commercial break-and-enter in the area of Lake Drive North and Crestwood Drive in Georgina.
Live like Luke: A journey to help bring a hospice to Norfolk-Haldimand

1 day ago | ctvnews.ca | Kristylee Varley

A local father is honouring his late son and raising money for the community in the process. Dan Johnson will be cycling from Vancouver, B.C. back to his home in Port Dover over the summer to honour his son Luke who died of cancer at the age of eight, and to raise money for a soon-to-be-built community hospice in Norfolk-Haldimand. The journey was born out of the Johnson family’s experience of having to use an out-of-town hospice for Luke when he was in his final days.