Author Archives: Laura Hampshire

The 5th annual Winter Coat Drive is underway in Collingwood. Donations of winter coats, snow pants and winter boots for all ages are being accepted for the Collingwood Cares Community Outreach event, ...

Want to be a movie star? The United Way of Simcoe-Muskoka is filming some videos that highlight its Collaborative Projects and is looking for volunteers to be in them! Filming will take place in Barri...

A Special Weather Statement is in effect for most of south-central Ontario. It is warning of rain at times heavy tonight through Saturday. Environment Canada says heavy rainfall with amounts reaching ...

Do it for the children. That's the latest message from our medical officer of health to anyone who remains hesitant about getting the COVID-19 vaccine. Dr. Charles Gardner said yesterday that children...

Barrie is inviting the public to an information meeting on the potential development of a stormwater climate action fund. It would help mitigate flooding and protect Lake Simcoe and ground water sourc...

Dress for Success Orillia and Barrie has launched a new online 50/50 raffle to benefit its programs and services. The first draw will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 27 and has a guaranteed jackpot of $5,0...

What did you think about this year's See You on the Patio program? Orillia's Economic Recovery Task Force (ERTF) is looking for feedback from residents, visitors, and local businesses on the program. ...

Local artists are needed for the Annual Christmas Card Art Contest in Barrie. Each year, Mayor Jeff Lehman and his office look forward to receiving submissions from creative residents. The winner will...

The Wasaga Beach Bookmobile is going to be on the move this month. It will be at the Rec Plex parking lot on Wednesdays from 10am -noon (starting today), and on Fridays it will also be at the Foodland...

Tiny Township is offering a weekly Coffee and Connect program for adults 65 and over. It will be held every Tuesday at the Wyebridge Community Centre from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.. Coffe...