Author Archives: Laura Hampshire

Wasaga Beach is investing in new skateboard park equipment for local youth. Members of council have awarded the design, creation, and installation of two new skateboard ramps at Oakview Woods Skateboa...

On behalf of council and staff, Wasaga Beach Mayor Nina Bifolchi has extended condolences to the family of Olive Kanat. Olive worked for the Wasaga Beach Public Library, retiring as chief librarian in...

Have your say on how to help build a more equitable, diverse, and inclusive Orillia. The city is conducting an online survey and will be hosting two public forums this month. Residents and organizatio...

There's a new life-saving addition at the Guardian Craighurst Pharmacy in Oro-Medonte. Action First Aid has launched a free-standing outdoor SaveStation tower with an automated external defibrillator ...

Two swastikas have been spray-painted at a construction site in Orillia. Police say they were among several acts of graffiti discovered at the construction zone, between Centennial Drive and Cedar Isl...

Following two consecutive years of strong sales, Mariposa Sun Lager is back and available for purchase. The Mariposa Folk Festival and Sawdust City Brewing in Gravenhurst donate an allocation from eve...

Registration is now open for summer school in the Simcoe County District School Board. It offers a variety of summer programs, which can create flexibility in a student's schedule during the regular s...

There has been an incident of vandalism at the Gravenhurst Skate Park. The town says someone has physically detached and unbolted a light post from the park. Officials say it is not only a serious act...

A local resident. whom many know as the Healthy Hiker, has began a 900km trail-hike, from Niagara Falls to Tobermory to raise funds for My Friend's House. Linda Murphy will hike along the Bruce Trail ...

It's time to Get Your Mental Health in Motion! One of Waypoint's signature events, the May 2-7 fundraiser features wellness, mindfulness, music and physical activities the whole family can enjoy - all...