Author Archives: Laura Hampshire
Final Days To Vote For Hospice Muskoka's Joy Of Pets Calendar Contest
There are only a couple of days left to cast your vote for Hospice Muskoka's "Joy of Pets Photo Calendar Contest"! The top twelve photos will be featured in the new 2023 Joy Of Pets Wall Calendar! Eac...
Mar 30, 2022 Source: Hospice Muskoka
County of Simcoe Bursary Program Accepting Applications
If you are or know a Simcoe County Student attending a post-secondary institution in the province this fall, they could be eligible for the County of Simcoe Bursary program. There are up to 21 bursari...
Mar 30, 2022 Source: County of Simcoe
Collingwood Art On The Street Returns
Collingwood Art on the Street is coming back, with an outdoor gallery of hand-painted chairs by artists of all ages. The Downtown BIA is inviting visual artists to submit chair designs for the event a...
Mar 30, 2022 Source: Experience Collingwood
Corner Gas Star Brent Butt Hosting Fundraiser At Orillia Opera House
Comedian Brent Butt is coming to Orillia for a special fundraiser at the Opera House. The event featuring the comedian and Corner Gas star is taking place on May 4th and is being hosted by The Rescue ...
Mar 30, 2022 Source: Rescue Lake Simcoe Coalition
Spring Storm Threatens Simcoe-Muskoka and Leads To Bus Cancellations
A potent spring storm is threatening Simcoe-Muskoka today. A Freezing Rain Warning is in effect for the region. Environment Canada says ice pellets and freezing rain are expected to begin this morning...
Mar 30, 2022 Kevin / CC
Footprints In The Snow Lead To Suspect's Arrest In Barrie
Barrie Police say they didn't have to search very hard, after being called about a suspicious person checking the handles of parked cars in the city's north end. Police say they followed footprints in...
Mar 30, 2022 Source: Barrie Police
Ask an Expert: Why Your Social Strategy Matters
Have you wondered how you can harness the power of #socialmedia to grow your business? The County of Simcoe Economic Development Office is hosting its next #AskanExpert virtual event this week, which ...
Mar 29, 2022 Source: County of Simcoe Economic Development Office
Special Weather Statement Issued for Simcoe-Muskoka
A Special Weather Statement has been issued for Simcoe-Muskoka. Environment Canada is warning of the potential for snow, ice pellets and freezing rain on Wednesday morning and afternoon. It says a mix...
Mar 29, 2022 Source: Environment Canada
Will Smith Issues Public Apology For Oscars Assault
Will Smith has issued a formal apology to Chris Rock, after assaulting him onstage during this year's Oscar awards. Smith slapped Rock in the face on Sunday night, after the comedian made a joke about...
Mar 29, 2022 Image: AFP/Robyn Beck via ETX Daily Up
Case of Bird Flu Confirmed At Southern Ontario Poultry Farm
A case of bird flu has been confirmed on a southern Ontario poultry farm. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) confirmed the case of avian influenza today. It says the disease is not a threat to...
Mar 28, 2022 Source: CDC