Category Archives: Orillia News
Energy Prices Not Changing This Winter
It won't cost more to heat your home and keep the lights on this winter. The Ontario Energy Board has announced that electricity prices for households and small businesses will not change under the Re...
Nov 01, 2021 Source: Ontario Energy Board
Two Teens Seriously Injured in Fiery Springwater Crash
Two teens have suffered serious injuries, after the vehicle they were in crashed into a tree and burst into flames in Springwater. The accident happened around 4am Sunday, on County Road 27 north of H...
Nov 01, 2021 Official Logo of the OPP
Orillia Public Library Kicks Off Fundraising Campaign
The Orillia Public Library is launching a special Donation Drive today to raise funds for a new Makerspace. This dedicated area of the Library will provide access to innovative technology and creative...
Nov 01, 2021 Source: Orillia Public Library
Free Online Mental Health Program For Healthcare Workers
A free mental health program is being offered to healthcare workers across the country. Wellness Together Canada was created in response to an unprecedented rise in mental health and substance use con...
Nov 01, 2021 Source: Government of Canada
Purchase Clearview Transit Fares Online
Starting today, transit fares in Clearview are available online. With the reinstatement of fares and launch of the Clearview Transit Card, transit users can purchase transit fares from the comfort of ...
Nov 01, 2021 Source: Clearview Township
Automated Cart Collection Begins In Simcoe County
Automated cart collection begins in Simcoe County today. It is also moving to a new four-day curbside waste collection schedule that the county says will improve service and consistency for residents....
Nov 01, 2021 Source: County Of Simcoe
Stolen Vehicle Investigation In Orillia Results In Drug and Weapons Charges
A stolen vehicle investigation in Orillia has led to drug and weapons charges. The investigation began on Friday night, when officers stopped a vehicle believed to be stolen on Millard Street. While s...
Oct 31, 2021 Source: OPP
Lakehead Hosting Virtual Events For Treaties Recognition Week
Lakehead University is hosting virtual Treaties Recognition Week events daily from Monday, Nov. 1 to Friday, Nov. 5. "We look forward to celebrating Treaties Recognition Week with students, faculty, a...
Oct 31, 2021 Source: Lakehead University
Two Staff Members Test Positive for COVID-19 at the Pines LTC Home
Two staff members working at the Pines Long-Term Care Home have tested positive for COVID-19. The District says both staff members are symptomatic and are isolating, but as a result, the home has now ...
Oct 30, 2021 Source: District of Muskoka
Orillia's Curbside Battery Collection Runs November 8 - 13
Residents are encouraged to place used batteries at the curb for special collection during the week following Daylight Savings Time. From Nov. 8 - 13, 2021, residents can set out spent household batte...
Oct 30, 2021 Source: City Of Orillia