Author Archives: Laura Hampshire

The Orillia Public Library is going fine free effective immediately! But that still means library materials still need to be returned and you are still responsible for what you borrow. The library say...

If your child is turning 4 this year, it's time to register for Kindergarten! The Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) has launched its Kindergarten registration campaign for the 41 ...

The Town of Collingwood will raise a flag today to mark the beginning of Black History Month. Created in collaboration with the Unity Collective, Collingwood's Black History Month flag includes three ...

Tree clearing along select areas of Wilson Drive and Highway 26 in Springwater is scheduled to begin today. This work is estimated to be completed within 2 weeks' time, weather dependent, during the h...

Registration is now open for the Simcoe County Museum's Tasty Tours. The virtual program explores how local chocolate and candy makers create their candy and allows participants to sample candy popula...

The District of Muskoka has launched its EnviroHub. The new information portal showcases the District's environmental programs, initiatives and project partners. The EnviroHub features Muskoka's Clima...

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has tested positive for COVID-19. He made the announcement on Twitter this morning. Trudeau wrote, "I'm feeling fine - and I'll continue to work remotely this week while ...

It's back-to-work on Parliament Hill today. The House of Commons is slated to resume sitting this morning for the first time since the Christmas break and following two days of protests in Ottawa over...

Plans to redevelop the town-owned land at Wasaga Beach are moving forward with a different developer. "Unfortunately, the town and Slate are unable to reach an agreement on the final purchase price of...

The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is hosting a number of walk-in COVID-19 vaccine clinics this week. You can get a shot today at: 29 Sperling Dr. Barrie 10am - 6pm Holly Rec Centre 171 Mapleton ...