By Leigh Blenkhorn Barrie Advance Sep 15, 2010BARRIE – The city has agreed to take a closer look at the state of the North Shore Trail.On Monday, council voted to start a public consultation process that will look at vegetation management, safety, public access and overall enjoyment of the trai...

By Leigh Blenkhorn Barrie Advance Sep 15, 2010BARRIE – Traffic congestion, wildlife and protecting environmental areas are among the concerns of residents living in the neighbourhood of a proposed 2,172-unit development in the city’s south. The development, by Baywood Homes and Options for Home...

By IAN MCINROY BARRIE EXAMINER September 16 2010Barrie's growth will be the most important issue when residents go the polls on Oct. 25, says mayoral candidate Jeff Lehman."This election should be about where you want to see Barrie in 10 years and choose among competitive visions for the city," Lehma...

By IAN MCINROY Barrie Examiner September 16 2010Mayoral candidate Rob Hamilton wants to help working families and their children, as well as seniors, gain better access to the city's recreational facilities. ...

By BOB BRUTON BARRIE EXAMINERResidents gave a rough ride Monday to a development which could add 2,172 housing units in south-Barrie.“I feel like I am about to have an entire city built right behind my house,” said Fred Van Arragon, who lives adjacent to this site. “I am concerned a...