Shawn Gibson

Shawn studied journalism at Humber College before setting out as a freelance writer in different cities across Ontario in 2006. After moving to Barrie in 2008, Shawn has written for various publications in the city, covering local sports, politics, arts and entertainment and other issues that matter to the community. In 2015, Shawn began reporting for BarrieToday and came on board full-time in 2018.

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Recent Work by Shawn

Stats from long weekend show drivers aren't getting the message

OPP officers lay hundreds of charges in Central Region, including 1,234 speeding tickets

May 25, 2023 4:29 PM Read more >

Power of social media reconnects nurse, patient after 54 years

'To know that someone cared for me that much while I was there (at SickKids), to see that in a picture, really made me miss my mother,' says woman after reconnecting to former nurse

May 12, 2023 4:33 PM Read more >

CFB Borden captain to help escort King, Queen Consort at coronation

'It’s going to be a very proud moment for myself and the rest of the Canadian contingent,' says Capt. Broderick Smith, who is in London preparing for Saturday's coronation

May 5, 2023 5:31 PM Read more >

Snowbirds returning to Barrie for summer air show

June 10 to 11 waterfront event to feature Canadian Forces Snowbirds, Skyhawks Parachute Team, a CF-18 tactical demonstration, Northern Stars Aeroteam

Apr 23, 2023 10:00 AM Read more >

Jays' return to the field breeds optimism among fans

The pundits are already predicting a playoff appearance for the boys of summer

Apr 1, 2023 2:45 PM Read more >

SIU clears York officer after man injured in Barrie arrest

SIU says York Regional Police officers believed man may have had a firearm following alleged drug deal at Cundles Road plaza

Mar 22, 2023 6:21 PM Read more >

'Equal opportunity offender' bringing laughs to Georgian Theatre

'I’ve been writing new material as the world continues to change. You know, reflecting on it,' comedian Ron James says ahead of March 30 show

Mar 21, 2023 11:00 PM Read more >

'I thought it was a joke': Artist charged with defacing coins

Angus man says he plans to fight the case; 'I’m not the only person doing something like this. How many museums and other places have you seen that have those penny-flattening machines?'

Mar 21, 2023 10:14 AM Read more >

ICYMI: Barrie Police respond after dog calls 911

'We had to have a good chat with the dog about using emergency lines,' says Barrie police official

Mar 19, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >

Tap lines ready to flow at Simcoe maple syrup farm

Making maple syrup is a labour of love for the family behind Hutchinson Maple Syrup

Mar 18, 2023 10:00 AM Read more >