Simcoe today: the news for November 9, 2026
The morning roundup with 8 stories from Barrie and the region (OrilliaMatters, Innisfil Today, Barrie 360 and more), the tip of the month and the business of the day.
Good morning! Another day begins in Simcoe, and we have gathered what the local papers are reporting so you can catch up in a few minutes.
Today, Monday, we gathered 8 stories from OrilliaMatters, Innisfil Today, Barrie 360, BarrieToday, Midland Today and CollingwoodToday. Headlines are shown in their original language, with a link to the full story on each newspaper's site.
Today's news
1. VIDEO: Toronto DJ hosts packed concert on streetcar (9 photos)
OrilliaMatters: Over 100 people attended a one-hour private DJ performance on an out-of-service street car Friday night
Read the full story on OrilliaMatters
2. BEYOND LOCAL: ‘Gentle giant’: CrossFit community rallies around injured coach
Innisfil Today: Fall Classic fundraiser this Sunday in Newmarket will support beloved coach and his family
Read the full story on Innisfil Today
3. Fire at Sikh place of worship in Barrie
Barrie 360: Barrie firefighters quickly knocked down a fire at a home adjoining a Sikh place of worship on Sunday afternoon.
Read the full story on Barrie 360
4. Local woman shares 'life-changing' 10-year struggle with Lyme disease
BarrieToday: ‘If you’re not treating the disease and you’re only treating symptoms, the disease remains,’ says woman who advocates for broader understanding of persistent symptoms
Read the full story on BarrieToday
5. Local resident passionate about home-cooked meals cooks up app to help
OrilliaMatters: 'I wanted to come up with a consistent approach applicable to recipes and cooking across the board,' says creator of The Mise It app
Read the full story on OrilliaMatters
6. With one-third of teens facing dating violence, doctors asked to be on alert
Innisfil Today: 'The more places where teens can feel comfortable to ask questions about relationships and to know that it's something that they can bring up in a safe place ... the better we'll be able to prevent these unhealthy situations,'...
Read the full story on Innisfil Today
7. High-powered EV charging site added between Huntsville and Algonquin Park
Midland Today: EV drivers heading toward Algonquin Park now have a new place to recharge, with four 240-kilowatt fast chargers installed about three kilometres from downtown Huntsville near the district water treatment plant
Read the full story on Midland Today
8. Area teen cooks up business after food allergy diagnosis
CollingwoodToday: Neekta Eskandari launched Sensitive Tasty Treats, offering gluten-free treats, all while balancing baking with music and opera commitments
Read the full story on CollingwoodToday
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.
