Author Archives: Laura Hampshire

With hot and humid temperatures in the forecast this week, as well as a heat warning alert currently in effect for our area, the City of Barrie reminds residents to keep cool and stay safe. Cooling ce...

Huronia West OPP have arrested two drivers for allegedly speeding in the parking lot at the Wasaga Beach Walmart. OPP Staff Sgt. Andy Tait says the incident happened last Wednesday night, when the two...

As part of a special See You on the Patio night, Orillia residents and attendees are invited to provide their messages of thanks and support to frontline workers. "As we continue to weather the effect...

The Town of Collingwood is pleased to announce that you can now purchase your monthly transit passes for Colltrans and the Blue Mountains Link bus online at collingwood.usetransit.com. For convenience...

Registration is now open for a virtual gaming tournament and escape rooms during Barrie's Game On event! This year, Game On! will run from September 1 to 18, and feature engaging experiences to connec...

"Don't let your guard down against COVID-19." That's the message from our local Medical Officer of Health to all Simcoe-Muskoka residents, including those who are fully vaccinated. https://www.youtube...

Bracebridge OPP is investigating after several businesses and an elementary school were damaged. Police say they have received multiple ongoing complaints in the Wellington Street/Salmon Road area abo...

A suspected impaired driver has been arrested in Orillia. The OPP says it responded to a call last night about a possible drunk driver on Highway 12, where officers located the vehicle and conducted a...

The Collision Reporting Centre (CRC) is now open at the Orillia detachment of the OPP. If you are involved in a vehicle collision in the Orillia, Ramara, Severn or Oro-Medonte areas, you may be able t...

A 24 year old Toronto man has died after being pulled from the water at Balm Beach. Emergency crews were called to the beach west of Midland last night, when Good Samaritans were able to locate the ma...