Author Archives: Laura Hampshire
I Love Barrie Contest Is Now Open
The City of Barrie's annual I Love Barrie contest is now open for entries. Students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 are welcome to express what's special about the city by sharing artwork, a short story...
Dec 14, 2021 Source: City Of Barrie
Tiny Township Recruiting Five Volunteer Firefighters
The Township of Tiny is looking for at least five Volunteer Firefighters for the Wyebridge station. It says the successful applicants will demonstrate an ability to perform several tasks, including: f...
Dec 14, 2021 Source: Tiny Township
OPACC 2022 Calendar For Childhood Cancer Research
Ontario Parents Advocating for Children with Cancer (OPACC) has released a new 2022 wall calendar to raise funds to support families with kids battling the disease. The calendar contains each child's ...
Dec 13, 2021 Source: OPACC
Ramara Residents Invited To Participate In Snowmanathon
Individuals and families in Ramara Township are being invited to participate in the 12th annual Snowmanathon. Residents are being asked to build a snow creation, from a snowman to a snowdog, and send ...
Dec 13, 2021 Source: Township of Ramara
Eldest Daughter Of Nelson Mandela Making Free Virtual Presentation Today
The eldest daughter of Nelson Mandela is hosting a virtual discussion in Collingwood today on the importance of equity, the power of cultural diversity, and opportunities for social change. Dr. Makazi...
Dec 13, 2021 Source: Town Of Collingwood
OPP Trying To Locate Next Of Kin Following Orillia Man's Death
The OPP is trying to locate the next of kin of a man who was found dead at a home in Orillia. Police say the man's body was located at a residence on Matchedash Street South on October 23rd and the co...
Dec 13, 2021 Source: OPP
Free Parking Begins Today in Downtown Collingwood
Free parking is being offered in Downtown Collingwood from today until Monday, January 3rd. It's to encourage more residents to do their holiday shopping at local stores. But for long term parking nee...
Dec 13, 2021 Source: Town of Collingwood
Virtual Public Meeting Today On Clearview's 2022 Budget
The Township of Clearview is holding a virtual public meeting today to engage residents on the 2022 Council Proposed Budget. Members of the public may participate in tonight's meeting by either provid...
Dec 13, 2021 Source: Township of Clearview
Crews Continue To Restore Power After Weekend Wind Storm
More than 490,000 Hydro One customers have experienced power outages caused by one of the worst wind storms in recent years. High winds of more than 100 km/hr swept across the province late Saturday n...
Dec 13, 2021 Source: Hydro One
Arrest Made In Orillia Sexual Assault Investigation
An arrest has been made in connection with a sexual assault investigation in Orillia. The OPP says an 18 year old man was taken into custody on Saturday and is now facing charges of sexual assault, br...
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