Editor's note: The following were some of BarrieToday's most widely read stories from the past week.
‘Everybody loved her’: Family, friends mourn Barrie mom killed in crash
Barrie resident Natasha Smith, 33, described as 'the glue that kept everyone together' and the 'absolute sweetest.' CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
COLUMN: Sidewalk removal puts vehicles before people
'Pedestrian safety in Barrie, it would seem, must be sacrificed in the name of SUVs, garbage bins and more housing,' says political columnist. CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
Waterfront sports field, new Sea Cadets site approved by council
'It’s sad that it has become us against them,' deputy mayor says of controversial project along Barrie's southern shore. CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
Old YMCA site on its way to getting towering new look on Grove St.
'Over four buildings, we’re talking about investing half a billion dollars in your city,' SkyDev official says of multi-tower project. CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
Shoppers Drug Mart locations closed due to computer network issues
Company spokesperson confirms all 1,300 stores affected by software issue Monday. CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
'Un-Canadian': CRA rent ruling creates tenant confusion in Ontario
Ottawa shouldn't let Canada Revenue Agency go after tenants for their landlord's unpaid taxes, says opposition housing critic. CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
Retired Hawks to play major role in RCAF training program at Borden
Caravan transporting jets takes eight hours from Collingwood to CFB Borden; another five aircraft were on the move Tuesday night. CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY
