Author Archives: Laura Hampshire
World Premiere Of Made-In-Barrie Movie
A made-in-Barrie movie is making its world premiere today at the Fantasia International Film Festival in Montreal. "Anything For Jackson" is a local story, written and directed by a Barrie based team ...
Sep 01, 2020
Teachers Unions To File Labour Complaint Over Back-To-School Plan
Ontario's four major teacher unions say they are filing a formal complaint with the labour relations board over the Ford government's back-to-school plans. They allege the school reopening plan violat...
Sep 01, 2020 xMizLitx / CC
Online Auction To Support Orillia Businesses
A silent auction is being held by Orillia Wise in order to showcase local businesses. The items include: gift cards, merchandise and services generously donated by members of the community. Proceeds f...
Sep 01, 2020
Orillia Transit Fares Resume Today
Orillia Transit fares resume today. Front-door boarding will also resume and riders must present a valid ticket, transit pass for the appropriate month, or cash. If you purchased a monthly transit pas...
Sep 01, 2020
Three Men Arrested Following Assault In Orillia
Three people have been arrested in connection with an assault in Orillia. Police say they were called to the waterfront on Friday night for a report of a man being dragged by a vehicle. The investigat...
Sep 01, 2020
Impaired Charges Laid After Crash On Midland Pier
A Midland man is facing charges after a vehicle crashed into the pavilion of the town pier. Southern Georgian Bay OPP were called to the pier on Sunday night, when the crash happened involving a red C...
Sep 01, 2020
Vendors Needed For Collingwood Outdoor Fall Market
The Collingwood Chamber of Commerce is presenting its first Outdoor Fall Vendor Market. It is being held on Sun. Sept. 20th from 9am to 3pm in the Pine & Second Street Parking lot, with rain date ...
Aug 31, 2020
COVID-19 Energy Assistance Program For Small Businesses Begins
The COVID-19 Energy Assistance Program for Small Businesses begins accepting applications today. It is a NEW program to help small businesses and registered charities with their energy bills. The COVI...
Aug 31, 2020
Applications Open Today For Canada United Biz Relief Fund
Applications open at 1 p.m. today for The Canada United Small Business Relief Fund. It aims to help small Canadian businesses with their recovery efforts as a result of COVID-19. However, only a limit...
Aug 31, 2020
Police Investigating Fatal Crash In Severn Township
The OPP is currently investigating a fatal crash in Severn. Just before 11 o'clock Friday morning, police were called to a motor vehicle collision on Upper Big Chute Road near Quarry Road. Preliminary...
Aug 31, 2020