Author Archives: Laura Hampshire
Canadian Cancer Society's Daffodil Campaign Begins
The Canadian Cancer Society's Daffodil Campaign is underway. It rallies Canadians to support and remember those affected by cancer. And with nearly 1 in 2 Canadians diagnosed in their lifetime, almost...
Apr 06, 2021
Third Anniversary Tribute Service in Honour of the 2017-18 Humboldt Broncos
Today marks the third anniversary of the Humboldt Broncos bus crash tragedy. Sixteen people were killed and 13 others injured after a semi ran a stop sign at an intersection in eastern Saskatchewan on...
Apr 06, 2021
Virtual Public Meeting On Collingwood Judicial Inquiry
A virtual public meeting is being held this week for residents to learn more and ask questions about the Collingwood Judicial Inquiry. The final report was released in November and contained 306 recom...
Apr 06, 2021
OMA Urging Ontarians (And Government) To Take Pandemic Seriously
The Ontario Medical Association is pleading with the government and Ontarians to take the pandemic seriously. Ontario's doctors say they are concerned that we are entering the worst phase of the pande...
Apr 06, 2021
Collingwood Youth Invited To Help The Bees
Local youth can help celebrate the Town of Collingwood becoming recognized as a Bee City Canada community by adding native pollinator plants to their own gardens! Starting today, packets of a variety ...
Apr 06, 2021
Free Georgian Event Focuses On Impacts Of COVID-19 Pandemic
A special event is being held at Georgian College this week that will explore the impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on all facets of society. The 5th annual RISE event will feature researchers, inn...
Apr 06, 2021
Sign Up For The 2021 Orillia Perch Festival
The 40 Anniversary of the Orillia Perch Festival is still on! The Festival has had to adjust to the Covid-19 restrictions and has made the event possible with a virtual format. The anglers still have ...
Apr 06, 2021
Missing Man's Abandoned Vehicle Found In Tiny Township
A missing man is believed to be in Tiny Township. Police say 37 year old Kamil Pawlus is from Kitchener and was reported missing last Tuesday, before his vehicle was found this week abandoned on Marks...
Apr 06, 2021
Warmer and Drier April Expected: The Weather Network
We should expect a warmer and drier April than usual. That's according to The Weather Network. It says the first week of April will include double digits temperatures, but the rest of the month will i...
Apr 05, 2021
ETFO Calling For Immediate Vaccination Of Education Workers
The Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario is calling on the Ford government and public health units (PHUs) in hot spot areas to take immediate steps to ensure the safety of educators and students...
Apr 05, 2021