Author Archives: Laura Hampshire
Barrie Fire Victim Identified
The victim of a fire in Barrie has been identified as 48-year-old Fred Temple. The assistant Crown attorney died in a fire at his home on Shadowood Road in the city's south end on July 4. The cause of...
Jul 15, 2020
Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Today For Sky-Mazing Parasail Adventures In Muskoka
Members of Gravenhurst Town Council will be on hand for a virtual ribbon cutting ceremony today for Sky-Mazing Parasail Adventures at the Muskoka Wharf. It offers a specialty activity in water sports ...
Jul 15, 2020
Fake Mask Exemption Cards Being Distributed Online
Fake mask exception cards are being distributed across the province. A Canadian flag appears in the right-hand corner with a message below that states "I have a medical condition that prevents me from...
Jul 15, 2020
Search Called Off For Missing Man In Wasaga Beach
Police are looking for the public's help in locating a missing man in Wasaga Beach. On July 7, 2020, at 6:51 a.m., members of the Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) respond...
Jul 14, 2020
Body Of Glee Star Naya Rivera Recovered From California Lake
The body of "Glee" star Naya Rivera has been found at a Southern California lake, where she went missing while swimming with her 4- year-old son almost a week ago. Ventura County Sheriff's officials c...
Jul 14, 2020
Swim Advisories In Effect
The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit has issued swimming advisories at several local beaches because of a higher than normal bacteria count in the water, which may pose increased health risks. The ...
Jul 14, 2020
Gravenhurst Cottage Fire Causes $2.5M In Damages
Damage is estimated at $2.5 million, following a cottage fire in Gravenhurst. It broke out yesterday morning in the area of Highway 169 and McKenzie Road, but luckily no one was injured. The Ontario F...
Jul 14, 2020
Tips From The Public Lead To Suspected Drunk Drivers
Tips from the public led Southern Georgian Bay OPP to remove two suspected impaired drivers from area roads over the weekend. On Friday night, police were called about a possible drunk driver with a b...
Jul 14, 2020
Woman Charged With Mischief At Penetanguishene Library
A 30 year old woman is facing several charges, following an incident of mischief at the Penetanguishene Public Library. Police say the incident happened late last month and led to the arrest of the su...
Jul 14, 2020
Orillia Welcome Signs Get Surgical Masks
Even the welcome sign to the city of Orillia is wearing a mask. The signs have been adorned with replica surgical masks as a reminder that face coverings are mandatory when entering and public indoor ...
Jul 14, 2020