Author Archives: Laura Hampshire
4-Day Work Week Begins in Springwater Township
A 4 day work week begins today in Springwater Township, at least for its employees. The new pilot program will be in effect for the next five months and will also see extended municipal office hours. ...
Apr 25, 2022
Hotdogs With Fishing Hooks Inside Found At Bracebridge Dog Park
Who would put fishing hooks inside hotdogs and attach them to the fence at a dog park in Bracebridge? That is what police are trying to determine after a recent incident at Kerr Park on Beaumont Drive...
Apr 25, 2022 Source: OPP
Fatal Crash in Angus Claims Life Of Motorcyclist
A motorcyclist has died, after colliding with a vehicle in Angus. The crash happened Sunday afternoon on Mill Street between Tree Top Street and Summerset Place. Police have yet to release the name of...
Apr 25, 2022 Source: OPP
Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare Gets $14M Boost From Province
The provincial government is investing an additional $14 million to modernize and expand Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare. Premier Doug Ford made the announcement in Huntsville on Sunday. https://twitter....
Apr 25, 2022 Source: Ontario Government
Tiny Township Unveils Official "Bee City" Plaque
The official plaque in recognition of Tiny's designation as a Bee City with Bee City Canada has been unveiled. Mayor George Cornell, members of Council, Severn Sound Environmental Association and the ...
Apr 22, 2022 Source: Tiny Township
Wasaga Beach Hosting In-Person Job Fair This Weekend
Wasaga Beach is hosting an in-person job fair this weekend. It is being held on Sunday from 10am-2pm at the Rec Plex. Many local businesses will be at the event, looking to hire for a variety of posit...
Apr 22, 2022 Source: Wasaga Beach
Casino Rama Reaches 3-Year Deal With Unionized Employees
Casino Rama has reached a new three-year deal with its unionized employees. Unifor Local 1090 members ratified the new collective agreement on April 14. It says the contract secures significant wage i...
Apr 22, 2022 Instagram
Spring Flavours of Lake Country Kicks Off Today
Spring Flavours of Lake Country kicks off today. The program offers lunch and dinner options prepared by nine local restaurants. Flavours provides an opportunity for locals and visitors alike to treat...
Apr 22, 2022 Source: Orillia and Lake Country Tourism
Now Is The Time To Swap Your Winter Tires: CAA
CAA is reminding motorists that now is the time to swap out your winter tires. It says with winter weather in the rearview mirror and temperatures reaching a consistent 7Celsius, drivers should also b...
Apr 22, 2022 Source: CAA
Walmart Canada Goes Plastic-Bag Free, Effective Today
Attention Walmart shoppers! Starting today, the retail giant is going plastic-bag free. It is advising shoppers to bring their own bags or containers, such as laundry baskets, or collapsible totes, to...
Apr 22, 2022 By Lindsay Flint, Manager, Store Process and Innovation Implementation