Author Archives: Laura Hampshire
OPP Movember Challenge
Members of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the OPP have entered into a competition with area detachments within the boundaries of OPP Central Region to support the Movember fundraising event. ...
Oct 28, 2021 Source: Movember
Rotaract Orillia Collecting Donations on Halloween
The young adult service club, Rotaract Orillia, is calling on all Orillia residents to give back this spooky season. This October, consider giving non-perishable food items as well as sweet treats. Aw...
Oct 28, 2021 Source: Rotaract Orillia
Stolen Truck In Barrie Leads To Drug Charges
A stolen truck in Barrie has led to the arrests of two people on several charges. An officer saw the stolen truck parked at a hotel on Essa Road early Tuesday morning and the investigation led officer...
Oct 28, 2021 Source: Barrie Police
Tory Leader Erin O'Toole Releases Statement On House Vaccine Policy
Conservative Leader Erin O'Toole says that his caucus has agreed to "respect and abide by" the new rules mandating vaccination in the House of Commons, but his party will be challenging the policy. Th...
Oct 28, 2021 Erin O'Toole Official Portrait / Portrait Officiel
Ottawa, ONTARIO, Canada on 08 November, 2019.
© HOC-CDC
Credit: Bernard Thibodeau, House of Commons Photo Services
Barrie Ski And Snowboard Swap Gets Underway
The Barrie Ski & Board Equipment Swap & Sale kicks off at Snow Valley. If you are looking for gear you will have to book and purchase a time slot online by clicking here. Pre-booked times with...
Oct 28, 2021 Source: Snow Valley
Two New Basketball Courts at Heritage Park Officially Unveiled Today
Two new basketball courts are being officially opened today at Heritage Park in Collingwood. Mayor, Council, staff and community partners will also be on hand to celebrate the success of the Heritage ...
Oct 27, 2021 Source: Town Of Collingwood
Pedestrian Struck and Killed By Train
A pedestrian has been struck and killed by a train in Oro-Medonte. The OPP say it happened around 530 Wednesday afternoon in the Ingram Road and Sixth Line North area. Police say more details will be ...
Oct 27, 2021 Source: OPP Twitter
No More Comments On Wasaga Beach Social Media Pages
Effective immediately, the town of Wasaga Beach will no longer allow commenting on its social media platforms. Mayor Nina Bifolchi explains why. https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=270697588402062&e...
Oct 27, 2021 Source: Town Of Wasaga Beach Facebook
Plans Underway for Drive-By Tour With Santa In Orillia
The usual Orillia Santa Claus will look a bit different this year. Plans are underway to have a "drive by Tour" with Santa and his float during the weekend of November 20th and 21st through Orillia an...
Oct 26, 2021 File Photo
Downtown Orillia Halloween Costume Contest
Downtown Orillia is running an online Halloween Costume Contest for kids! "As the Kids' Halloween Costume Parade will not be taking place this year due to COVID-19 restrictions, we've taken our costum...
Oct 26, 2021 Source: Downtown Orillia