Category Archives: Collingwood News
Speeding Vehicle in Midland Results in Impaired Driving Charges
A speeding vehicle in Midland has led to impaired driving charges. Police say an officer noticed the vehicle being driven erratically on Yonge Street early yesterday (Sun) morning. The vehicle was sto...
Jul 26, 2021
Fierté Simcoe Pride Week Begins
The Rainbow and Transgender Pride Flags are being raised in Simcoe County this morning, kicking off Fiert Simcoe Pride Week, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary. The goal of the annual event is ...
Jul 26, 2021
Special Air Quality Statement In Effect
A Special Air Quality Statement is in effect for most of south-central Ontario. Environment Canada says high levels of air pollution due to smoke from forest fires are possible today. It says smoke pl...
Jul 26, 2021
Mary Simon Officially Becomes Canada's Next Governor General Today
Mary Simon will officially become Canada's governor general today. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau named Simon, an Inuk leader and former Canadian diplomat, as his choice to be the Queen's representativ...
Jul 26, 2021
Affordable Housing Survey In South Georgian Bay
The Collingwood Affordable Housing Task Force and partners have launched a survey: for those experiencing difficulties with housing. The results will help inform decisions on opportunities to address ...
Jul 25, 2021
Registration Is Now Open For Rockin The River
Registration is now open for Rockin the River! It is a guided tour where participants will either kayak or canoe down the Nottawasaga River and along the way there will be 8 different spots where musi...
Jul 25, 2021
Penetanguishene Needs Volunteers On Saturday
The Town of Penetanguishene is looking for Volunteers to assist in the removal of invasive phragmites, from the waterfronts edge. What are Invasive Phragmites: Invasive Phragmites are an invasive plan...
Jul 23, 2021
Midland ScavengAR Hunt Encourages Residents To Shop Local
Let the ScavengAR Hunt begin in Midland. Residents can download the "snapd hub" app to scan the signs posted at 6 locations in Downtown Midland. The first stop is the Midland Tourism Office - 165 King...
Jul 23, 2021
All Things Canadian Festival Kicks Off In Penetanguishene Today
Penetanguishene's All Things Canadian Festival kicks off today. It is a 3 day outdoor festival that will celebrate our heritage and culture and our homecoming, gathering local residents, surrounding c...
Jul 23, 2021
Let The Summer Games Begin!
Let the games begin!! The Games of the XXXII (32nd) Olympiad will begin with the opening ceremony this morning, and go through Sunday, August 8, 2021, in Tokyo, Japan. https://www.facebook.com/tokyo20...
Jul 23, 2021 Team Canada athletes are seen in the Olympic Village ahead of the opening ceremony for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games on July 23, 2021. COC/Handout Matthew Walker *MANDATORY CREDIT*