Category Archives: Orillia News
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
SMDHU Wed Update Includes 307 COVID-19 Cases
The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is reporting 307 new COVID-19 cases today. Today's update - the first since Monday - also includes 3 new hospitalizations. Currently, there are 14 peopl...
Mar 30, 2022
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
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