Author Archives: Laura Hampshire
Construction and Closures Continue Due To Mapleview Project
Construction on Mapleview Drive East from Madelaine Drive to Yonge Street is progressing well. The construction project started in late July and traffic has been restricted to one lane Monday to Frida...
Oct 12, 2021
OPP Investigating Hit and Run in Huntsville
The OPP is investigating a hit and run in Huntsville. Police say a head-on crash happened on Greer Road at Muskoka Road 10 on Sunday afternoon, when one vehicle fled the scene. The OPP says the suspec...
Oct 12, 2021
Orillia Company Helps The House Of Frightenstein Celebrate Anniversary
The Hilarious House Of Frightenstein is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Many people my age may remember the quirky Canadian children's TV show, which featured characters including: The Wolfman, Dr. ...
Oct 12, 2021
Collingwood Gets A New School Crossing Guard Today
Collingwood is getting a new school crossing guard today. They will be on duty at the Hurontario Street crossing by the Hamilton Drain Trail temporarily, until the new mid-block pedestrian signal is i...
Oct 12, 2021
Businesses Not Complying With COVID-19 Rules?
It has been a week since provincial inspectors were in Simcoe-Muskoka, checking local businesses for compliance with COVID-19 safety protocols. Certain indoor settings now require patrons over the age...
Oct 11, 2021
Volunteer or Register For Trunk Or Treat!
Volunteers are needed for the 2nd Annual Trunk Or Treat in Orillia. It is taking place at Odas Park on Saturday, October 30th, when up to 400 trick or treaters are expected to attend the event. You ca...
Oct 11, 2021
UPDATE: LOCATED! Midland Teen Reported Missing
UPDATE: Monday, October 11-Police have made contact with Jorjia West and have confirmed her well-being. The Southern Georgian Bay OPP would like to thank the public for their attention while working t...
Oct 11, 2021
Military Training In Barrie This Week
There is going to be military training this week (Oct 12-18) in Barrie with personnel from the Canadian Special Operations Forces Command. Residents may notice aircraft and military vehicles, uniforme...
Oct 11, 2021
Check Out The New Discover Collingwood App
The Discover Collingwood app is now available. It's considered one of the first of its kind in Ontario and is now available for free in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. The app is compatible ...
Oct 11, 2021
Maclean's Ranks Lakehead University 2nd Among Primarily Undergraduate Universities
Lakehead University is among Canada's top 10 primarily undergraduate universities in Maclean magazine's 2022 University Rankings. Lakehead ranked second overall among Ontario universities in its categ...
Oct 11, 2021