Category Archives: Orillia News
OPP Warning Of Stranded Motorists Scam
The OPP is warning the public about a continuing scam involving stranded motorists who offer to exchange gold jewelry for cash. Police say the scammers will often park along the side of 400 series hig...
Aug 20, 2020
Simcoe-Muskoka Catholic School Board Unveils Staggered Opening For Students
The Simcoe-Muskoka Catholic District School Board has confirmed that students will have a staggered start back to school--at least those who are planning to attend in-class learning. It says students ...
Aug 20, 2020
The Premier Is In Simcoe County Today
Premier Ford will be in Simcoe County today. 9:30 a.m. The Premier will begin his day in Oro-Medonte to take part in a ground-breaking ceremony for the new Automotive Innovation Park at Oro Station. 1...
Aug 20, 2020
Double Stunt Driving Investigation
OPP have laid charges after stopping two suspected speeders in one area. On Tuesday afternoon (3:48 p.m.), an officer conducting stationary traffic patrol in the village of Waverley, in Tay Township, ...
Aug 19, 2020
Premier Ford Announces A 2nd New Subway Line
Continuing his cross-province tour, Premier Doug Ford has announced another new subway project. Today, he announced the Eglinton Crosstown West extension, which will have a connection to Pearson Airpo...
Aug 19, 2020
Prime Minister Prorogues Parliament, Will Make Throne Speech Next Month
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's minority government will test the confidence of the House of Commons next month, as it plans to deliver a Throne Speech on September 23. The Prime Minister says his gov...
Aug 18, 2020
Longtime Barrie Colts Coach Dale Hawerchuk Has Died
Longtime Barrie Colts coach Dale Hawerchuk has passed away from cancer. His son Eric confirmed the news on Twitter today. He wrote, " After an incredibly brave and difficult battle with cancer, our da...
Aug 18, 2020
Mini Federal Cabinet Shuffle, After Finance Minister Resigns
It is official. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has shuffled his cabinet, at least a bit. The new Finance Minister is Chrystia Freeland, who will also keep her role as Deputy Prime Minister. Former Fina...
Aug 18, 2020
SMDHU Celebrates Milestone In Battle Against COVID-19
The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is celebrating a milestone in the battle against COVID-19. Medical officer of health Dr. Charles Gardner announced today that only four new cases of the virus h...
Aug 18, 2020
Premier Announces Money For New Subway Line
Today's announcement from Ontario's premier focuses on getting people to where they need to be. Doug Ford has announced 5.5 billion dollars for a new subway line in Scarborough. He says this is a long...
Aug 18, 2020