Editor's note: The following were some of BarrieToday's most widely read stories from the past week.
SERIES: Homeless senior tries to keep spirits up at encampment
'I try to inspire them a little bit and give them some self-esteem. They are so down,' says 66-year-old woman bound to wheelchair and facing her own struggles. CLICK HERE FOR FULL STORY
SERIES: Homeless advocate irked by term 'affordable housing'
'Getting to know actual folks living rough and gaining their trust is well worth the effort,' says Carolyn Boyer. CLICK HERE FOR FULL STORY
SERIES: Barrie mayor calls childhood in social housing his 'biggest blessing'
'I think there are beautiful stories that come out of the most desperate situations,' says Barrie mayor, who has been vocal about growing up in social housing. CLICK HERE FOR FULL STORY
Extortion, harassment charges dropped against Barrie cop, ex-NHLer
'The case against Bruce (Gardiner) suffered frailties from the beginning that we repeatedly had been bringing to the Crown’s attention,' says defence lawyer. CLICK HERE FOR FULL STORY
Satisfy your sweet tooth at Barrie's inaugural Butter Tart Festival
July 13 event will feature variety of booths offering local crafts, artisanal foods and merchandise, as well as fun-filled activities. CLICK HERE FOR FULL STORY
'Infuriating': Innisfil wedding venue's bankruptcy sends couples scrambling
Rustic Silo Barn, which operated on 2nd Line property in 2023, declared bankruptcy in late June, leaving 88 creditors owed more than $330,000. CLICK HERE FOR FULL STORY
Four years later, neighbours continue to fight Oro-Medonte development
'This will change everything about our lifestyle,' says local resident; developer has decided to appeal applications to Ontario Land Tribunal. CLICK HERE FOR FULL STORY
