Author Archives: Laura Hampshire
Collingwood Updating Its Official Plan
The Town of Collingwood is updating its Official Plan. It's a guide for managing where, when & how the Town should grow. You can share your feedback at two virtual sessions being held on Nov 30 an...
Nov 19, 2020
Manitoulin OPP Officer Shot and Killed
A 28-year old veteran of the Manitoulin OPP has been killed in the line of duty. Constable Marc Hovingh (age 52) was shot and killed on Thursday, after responding to a call about an unwanted person at...
Nov 19, 2020
Stolen Vehicle Recovered After Shoplifting Call in Orillia
A shoplifting complaint in Orillia has led to the recovery of a stolen vehicle. Police were called to a business on Murphy Road yesterday, where two men had allegedly stolen numerous items and fled in...
Nov 19, 2020 source: opp.ca
Police Hunting Puppy Thieves
York Regional Police say an attempted puppy theft in King Township may be linked to a similar incident that occurred in Mississauga on the same day. Police say a 54-year-old Barrie woman who was selli...
Nov 19, 2020 YRP
Support The Mariposa House Hospice Angel Tree
You can help support Mariposa House Hospice in Orillia by making a donation to The Angel Tree. The campaign runs until Christmas Eve and is an annual tradition where members of our community can make ...
Nov 19, 2020
Georgian Unveils Digital Innovation Strategy
Georgian College has announced a bold new digital innovation strategy. At an all-employee town hall this week, Georgian College President and CEO Dr. MaryLynn West-Moynes congratulated employees on ho...
Nov 19, 2020
Upcoming Flu Shot Clinics In Huntsville
Flu Shots are now available to everyone in Huntsville and clinics are being held next week. They are taking place on November 24th and 26th, but due to COVID-19 you must book an appointment to ensure ...
Nov 19, 2020
Southern Georgian Bay Health Partners Selected As Ontario Health Team
The South Georgian Bay Ontario Health Team (SGBOHT) has been chosen as one of 13 new Ontario Health Teams in the province to provide better, connected care to patients. It is now one of 42 Ontario Hea...
Nov 19, 2020
Simcoe County District High Schools Moving To Hybrid Learning In New Year
Despite causing controversy in the Catholic board, the Simcoe County District School Board has decided to move its secondary students to a hybrid learning model in the New Year. A letter from the boar...
Nov 19, 2020 SCDSB Logo
Take the Muskoka Internet Speed Test!
Better internet access is a key priority in Muskoka. To help the district take best advantage of new broadband funding programs by the government, the Economic Recovery Task Force is encouraging all r...
Nov 18, 2020