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CTV News
15-07-2025
- CTV News
Fire at downtown Barrie building under investigation
Yellow police tape surrounds a building at 1 Dunlop Street in Barrie, Ont., on Tues., July 15, 2025, following a fire. (CTV News/Mike Arsalides)
CTV News
04-07-2025
- Automotive
- CTV News
Buckle Up: Multi-year Dunlop Street bridge replacement project set to begin
Motorists in Barrie will have to buckle up for yet another major road project that will prove to be years of pain for long-term gain through a busy, and often congested area of the city. The Ontario government's plan to upgrade Highway 400 to 10 lanes is about to bring more major changes to the city, with the Dunlop Street bridge replacement. The project is part of the province's nearly $30 billion plan to build, expand and repair highways, roads and bridges. 'Replacing the Dunlop Street bridge is a crucial step in widening Highway 400 near Barrie, which will reduce gridlock and save time for the more than 100,000 drivers who rely on this stretch of highway every day,' stated Ric Bresee, parliamentary assistant to the minister of transportation. Crews have already started work on the Dunlop Street interchange, with activity focused on the new northbound Highway 400 on-ramp. The ongoing construction will result in lane closures starting July 14 and running through to August 1, the City stated. Mayor Alex Nuttall said the project would ultimately help reduce congestion along Dunlop Street and 'make it easier for residents to get around the city.' Dunlop Street road work Road work is underway along Dunlop Street in Barrie, Ont. as the ministry of transportation progresses with plans to widen Highway 400. (CTV News/Rob Cooper) The Dunlop Street bridge revamp is the final phase of the ministry's replacement of three main bridges along Highway 400 through Barrie. 'This bridge [Dunlop], along with the Anne Street bridge, the Sunnidale bridge and the bridges at Lines 3, 5, 7 and 9 in Oro-Medonte are all part of the plan to repair, replace and expand bridges and roadways across the province to help support Ontario's economy,' said Barrie-Springwater-Oro-Medonte MPP Doug Downey. Crews will also work to widen the Dunlop Street bridge to six lanes between the Highway 400 interchange ramps, as per the city's request. No specific timeline was provided for when demolition of the bridge would begin. The entire project is expected to be completed by the fall of 2028.
CTV News
19-06-2025
- Health
- CTV News
Community throws ‘super party' to support 5-year-old Abby's cancer fight
Abby Posie is only five-years-old and she's already facing a battle that most kids her age couldn't even wrap their heads around. After bravely beating cancer once, Abby is now fighting neuroblastoma for a second time. (Supplied) Abby Posie is only five-years-old yet she's already facing a battle that most kids her age couldn't even wrap their heads around. After bravely beating cancer once, this special soul is now fighting neuroblastoma for a second time. Neuroblastoma is a rare childhood cancer tumor that develops from nerve cells called neuroblasts. It is most commonly diagnosed in young children under the age of five. The local community is stepping up to help support Abby along her courageous battle, 'We want to rally around her and her family, try to build some community, some support because it has a positive impact on outcomes and we believe Abby deserves the best possible outcome,' shared Christine Gordon, operations manager of The 705 Recovery Community Centre. This Saturday, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., the community centre will host 'Abby's Super Party' a superhero-themed family fundraiser packed with activities and entertainment. The special celebration takes place at The 705 Recovery Community Centre, located at 56 Dunlop Street West. Attendees can enjoy a community BBQ, games, face painting, and live music. Everyone is encouraged to dress as their favourite superhero. All proceeds from the event will go directly towards Abby's family, helping them with the high costs of countless travel hours, and time away from work as they continue to conquer trips to Toronto's SickKids Hospital for her treatment. With the community's support Abby and her family won't have to face this journey alone, 'Abby is a real-life superhero,' says organizers. 'Now it's time for the rest of us to be hers.' To show your support for little Abby, click here.
