Author Archives: Laura Hampshire
Dog Waste Can Threaten Natural Ecosystems: NCC
The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is providing human and canine visitors with simple tips on how to be responsible nature lovers at its properties: among them, leashing dogs and picking up dog wa...
Mar 31, 2022 Goynang / CC
Georgian College Part Of $200K Donation To Unicef's Ukraine Emergency Fund
Georgian College has partnered with a number of colleges across Ontario to make a joint donation of $200,000 to Unicef's Ukraine emergency fund. "The attack on Ukraine and its citizens is an unjust wa...
Mar 31, 2022
Orillia Woman Wins Over $20K With Latest Soldiers' 50/50 Draw
An Orillia woman is over 20-thousand dollars richer, after winning the latest Soldiers 50/50 draw. After a frightening experience suffering a pulmonary embolism, Debbie Hartley only had positive remar...
Mar 31, 2022 Cutline: Debbie Hartley amazed with her $20,880 cheque from the March Soldiers' 50/50.
Vehicle Clocked at 145km/hr In 80 Zone On Hwy 26 In Springwater
A traffic stop in Springwater has resulted in impaired and stunt driving charges. The OPP says an officer was conducting enforcement in the Highway 26 and Atkinson Road area on Tuesday night, when a v...
Mar 31, 2022 Photo Credit: OPP
Orillia Lightning Club Accepting Players
The Orillia Lightning Soccer Club is looking for players interested in being part of its development teams this summer. They play and practise on weeknights and soccer experience is preferred but not ...
Mar 31, 2022 Source: Orillia Lightning
Governor General Making First Official Visit To Ontario
Governor General Mary Simon is undertaking her first official visit to Ontario, starting today. During her visit, the Governor General will meet with the Lieutenant Governor, Premier Doug Ford, Indige...
Mar 31, 2022 Source: Governor General
From Snow and Freezing Rain, To Double-Digits!
We experienced a late winter storm and now we're getting another early taste of spring. The forecast is calling for double digit temperatures today, but a Special Weather Statement is in effect for th...
Mar 31, 2022 Source: The Weather Network
Collingwood Council Approves Servicing Capacity Allocation Policy
Collingwood Council has approved the Servicing Capacity Allocation Policy. It incorporates public and developer input and articulates how water and wastewater capacity will be allocated in a sustainab...
Mar 30, 2022
Family of Late Cal Patterson Donates To Wasaga Beach Arena Project
The family of former Wasaga Beach mayor Cal Patterson, who passed away last summer, has made a financial contribution to the twin-pad arena and library project in his memory. The family has donated $1...
Mar 30, 2022 Source: Town of Wasaga Beach
Clearview Fire Chief Takes Leave of Absence
Clearview Fire Chief Roree Payment has taken a leave of absence. In the interim Clearview Township will receive scheduled assistance from Springwater's Fire Chief Jeff Kirk, while Clearview's Deputy C...
Mar 30, 2022 Source: Clearview Fire