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Defence suggests Tesla had defect that caused ‘unexpected acceleration’ prior to deadly crash

The defence lawyer for a Wasaga Beach man charged with dangerous and impaired driving causing death suggested his client’s Tesla may have had a defect that unexpectedly caused the vehicle to accelerate prior to the wreck.

Innisfil rec complex remains closed as cleanup efforts continue

The Innisfil Recreational Complex will remain closed for at least another week as cleanup efforts continue.

New innovation lab could be a ‘game-changer’ for automotive education in Barrie

A brand new Profit Building Systems (PBS) Innovation Lab at Georgian College will fast track automotive education and bring digital tools to students in the classroom.

Town of Innisfil hosts ‘Fall Tourism Challenge’ to attract more visitors to the area

The Town of Innisfil has challenged local businesses to a new Fall Tourism Challenge to attract more visitors to the area.

Grey skies, significant rainfall in effect across Simcoe County

Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for Simcoe County.

Last of three suspects busted in alleged assault in Penetanguishene

On Wednesday, the last of three suspects wanted in connection with an alleged assault investigation in Penetanguishene was taken into custody.

Cocaine, hydromorphone, fentanyl and wad of cash recovered in ‘large drug trafficking investigation’

More than 70 grams of cocaine, hydromorphone pills, fentanyl, and a wad of cash were seized in a large drug trafficking investigation in Orillia.

Early morning ‘break-in’ ends in false alarm for police

Police in Barrie were called to a early morning ‘break-and-enter’ that resulted in a false alarm.

‘Do you want to kiss a millionaire?’ Newmarket man breaks $65M jackpot win to wife

One Newmarket man is waking up $65 million richer after winning the March Lotto Max jackpot.

Convicted serial fraudster Todd ‘The Fraud’ Guthrie sentenced to more jail time

A Collingwood man convicted of selling fake hockey and concert tickets has been sentenced to 30 more days in jail after pleading guilty Wednesday to fraud under $5,000 in the summer of 2023.

Police-involved shooting in Collingwood, SIU investigates

Few details have been released after an OPP officer fired his weapon in Collingwood Wednesday.

Canada Road Safety Week nabbed 302 delinquent Dufferin drivers

In one week, OPP's Canada Road Safety Week charged with drivers in Dufferin County with the 'Big Four' driving offences: impaired, distracted, speeding and seatbelt use.

Officer testifies speeding car was clocked 148 km/h prior to deadly Wasaga Beach crash

Day two of the trial of a Wasaga Beach man charged with dangerous and impaired driving heard witness testimony from a forensic toxicologist, nurse, police officer and investigator.

Midland set for ‘summer facelift’ with new patio village

The look of Midland is about to get a summertime facelift. The local Business Improvement Association has launched a brand-new summer patio program.

Police make arrest in death of toddler in Gravenhurst

Police in Bracebridge arrested two suspects connected to the death of a two-year-old child in Gravenhurst.