Simcoe today: the news for November 7, 2026
The morning roundup with 8 stories from Barrie and the region (BarrieToday, OrilliaMatters, Innisfil Today and more), the tip of the month and the business of the day.
Good morning! Before your coffee gets cold, see what is happening in Simcoe today. We picked the latest stories from the local papers.
Today, Saturday, we gathered 8 stories from BarrieToday, OrilliaMatters, Innisfil Today, CollingwoodToday, Midland Today and Barrie 360. Headlines are shown in their original language, with a link to the full story on each newspaper's site.
Today's news
1. 'Action': Film industry rep preps Simcoe County for its closeup
BarrieToday: Summer tourism is big business for local municipalities, but shoulder seasons could use film and TV production to buttress lower revenues
Read the full story on BarrieToday
2. ‘We fart too much’: Tenants claim they’re being evicted for flatulence
OrilliaMatters: Landlord believes smell is from smoking, but tenants claim they don't smoke; ‘How do I prove to this woman that I’m just farting?’ asks tenant
Read the full story on OrilliaMatters
3. Local public schools hosting upcoming holiday markets, craft fairs
Innisfil Today: These events showcase the talents of students and staff, serve as fundraisers, and give attendees a head start on holiday shopping
Read the full story on Innisfil Today
4. Cascades Casino Innisfil slated for fall 2027 opening near Cookstown
BarrieToday: New 140,000-square-foot venue to feature expanded gaming floor with additional slot machines and live table games, including poker
Read the full story on BarrieToday
5. New clinic, doctors bring in-person primary care to Ramara
OrilliaMatters: 'Having family physicians practising right here in our community means residents can access more of the care they need closer to home,' said mayor
Read the full story on OrilliaMatters
6. A closer look at why Amazon workers in GTA are fighting for union
CollingwoodToday: Workers who spoke with TorontoToday have pointed to concerns with pay, safety and productivity expectations as some of the main motivators behind the drive
Read the full story on CollingwoodToday
7. Strike vote raises prospect of service disruptions in Penetanguishene
Midland Today: Outside workers authorize job action as union and town prepare to resume negotiations
Read the full story on Midland Today
8. Midland unveils made-to-last Veterans Memorial Crosswalk across King Street
Barrie 360: It was years in the making, but Midland's Veterans Memorial Crosswalk is officially open for traffic, just in time for Remembrance Day.
Read the full story on Barrie 360
Tip of the month
Right now in November the leaves are down and the cold has arrived, so indoor outings are the best picks: Barrie Colts hockey games at the Sandman Centre, theatre and museums. It is also Santa Claus Parade season in local towns and the first Christmas markets open. Ski hills usually open in December, depending on snow, and it is time to switch to winter tires.
Business of the day
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Automatic summary of headlines published by local newspapers. Each story belongs to its outlet; click the links to read the full article.
