Bowling, Blessings and Record Breaking Weather

Welcome to another edition of What Barrie's Talking About from Barrie 360! It's a big week with lots to talk about. What Barrie's Talking About is a weekly podcast that brings the local stories that impact you. News stories that you aren't used to hearing!

This week on the podcast, we talk about record-breaking weather, how to stay safe in the middle of a measles outbreak, some community charities, and more ...

What Barrie's Talking About This Week
1) Spring Has Sprung

This winter set records for snowfall and temperatures. This year it was due to a lack of snow and unseasonably high temperatures.

Dan Blakely sits down with Environment Canada's David Phillips to talk about what most people think was a lost season...

2) Measles Outbreaks

There's no need to panic, but vigilance is important with more measles cases being reported. Knowing who's most at risk and what you should be doing to protect your family is top of mind for Canadians.

Barrie 360's Ian MacLennan gets some answers from Simcoe Muskoka's Chief Medical Officer Dr Charles Gardner...

3) Weekly Colts Update

The Barrie Colts' locked in a playoff spot despite the rough year. Will Konken chats with Colts writer and broadcaster Gene Pereira about what's to come...

4) Bowl For Kids Sake

Bowl for Kids Sake is back this year. This year their focus isn't only on raising funds, but also raising awareness and hopefully bringing in some new "bigs"

Ian MacLennon sits with Executive Director Bre Lefeuvre to explain this years goals...

5) Uplifting Blessings

Uplifting Blessings is a non-profit helping youth with what they call suitcases of love. Which are suitcases full of clothing, hygiene products, and more for vulnerable youth in the community

Will Konken got more information from Uplifting Blessings founder Carolyn-Marie Goodwin.

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