Author Archives: Laura Hampshire
Penetanguishene Acts On Litter!
It is the 19th annual Waste Reduction Week in Canada, which challenges everyone to reduce their ecological footprint and inspire unique, creative ways to reduce waste. As a continuation of the Provinc...
Oct 23, 2020
OPP Shut Down Illegal Cannabis Production Networks Across Ontario
The OPP has dismantled several illegal cannabis production networks across the province, seizing over 122-thousand plants worth more than 143 million dollars and arresting almost 2-hundred people. Pol...
Oct 22, 2020
Collingwood Mayor Proclaims Today As Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day
Collingwood Mayor Brian Saunderson has proclaimed today, October 22nd, as the 20th Annual "Child Care Worker & Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day". It's in recognition of the education, ded...
Oct 22, 2020
Last Time To Register For Pumpkin Trail
Today is the deadline to register for a free pumpkin to be featured on the Pumpkin Trail. You can email or call 705-429-3321 Ext. 2202 to register and the pumpkins will be featured on the trail, start...
Oct 22, 2020
Coding For Veterans Career Caravan Stops At CFB Borden Today
The Coding For Veterans Career Caravan will be making a stop at CFB Borden today. The primary goal is to harness the skills and experiences of veterans who've served our country and train them for sec...
Oct 22, 2020
Local Author Releasing New Crime Book Today
A local author is releasing her new true crime book today. The Seventh Shot: On The Trail of Canada's .22-Calibre Killer is by Ann Burke, who lives in Innisfil. It features some autobiographical compo...
Oct 22, 2020
Muskoka Small Business Centre Hosting Virtual Event Today
The Muskoka Small Business Centre (MSBC) is hosting its Annual Bridges to Better Business event today - virtually, due to the pandemic. It will run from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm ONLINE through Zoom and this...
Oct 22, 2020
Two People Arrested, Cocaine Seized After Stolen Vehicle Investigation in Orillia
Two people have been arrested in connection with a stolen vehicle investigation in Orillia. Police say they were notified about a vehicle that had been stolen overnight from a resident in Ramara Towns...
Oct 21, 2020 Source: OPP West Region Twitter
Blue Mountain Village Is Looking For Holiday Elves, Santas and Snow Queens
Blue Mountain Village is looking for entertainment staff this winter. It is looking for Santas, Elves, Snow Queens and Yetis for part-time weekends and holidays. POSITION PURPOSE Welcome guests to the...
Oct 21, 2020
Downtown Barrie Mugging Suspects Arrested
Two people have been arrested in connection with a violent mugging in downtown Barrie. Police say it happened on Friday night in an alley near Dunlop and Mulcaster Streets, sending a woman to hospital...
Oct 21, 2020