Category Archives: Orillia News
Coronavirus Related Deaths Rise In Simcoe-Muskoka
There are now a total of 24 deaths related to COVID-19 in Simcoe-Muskoka. The latest are all residents at long term care homes. The health unit says the most recent death is from Bradford Valley Care ...
May 06, 2020
More Businesses Set To Reopen Starting Friday
You'll be able to pick up some flowers for Mother's Day at garden centres and nurseries this Friday. Premier Doug Ford has announced more reopenings to help the economy regain a footing. Ford says as ...
May 06, 2020
Dr. Theresa Tam Urges Canadians To 'Stay Connected'
In the face of still growing Covid-19 statistics, Canada's top health official says its important we don't forget we are all in this together. Today Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Theresa Tam reporte...
May 06, 2020
Someone In Barrie Is A New Millionaire Today! Could It Be You?
Ontario lottery players check your tickets! There were two winning tickets for the $13 million LOTTO MAX jackpot from last night's draw, and one of them was sold in Barrie. The other was sold in Quebe...
May 06, 2020
Speeding Vehicle In Essa Township Leads To Drugs and Weapons
Two people are facing several drug and weapons charges, after a speeding vehicle was stopped in Essa Township. Police say they were conducting speed enforcement in the area of Centre Street and 5th Li...
May 06, 2020
Waypoint Centre Hosting Virtual Tribute To Frontline Workers Today
The Waypoint Centre For Mental Health Care is planning a virtual tribute today for workers on the front lines. "Reports are showing that 50% of Canadians are experiencing a decline in mental health du...
May 06, 2020
Cleaner-Related Poisonings Are On The Rise
Health Canada is warning Canadians about the risks of improperly using hand sanitizers, disinfectants, household cleaning products and bleaches, and reminding them to always read and follow the direct...
May 06, 2020 go_greener_oz / CC
Repatriation Ceremony At CFB Trenton Today, But Please Stay Home
A repatriation ceremony will take place today at CFB Trenton, for the six Canadian Armed Forces members killed in a helicopter crash during Operation REASSURANCE Following the ceremony at 2:30 this af...
May 06, 2020
Expanded Online Mental Health Supports Available
Ontario's Premier wants you to know you are not alone. Today, Doug Ford says they will support you and "we will get through this together" as he announced expanded access to mental health support. For...
May 05, 2020
Health Unit Reports 11 New Cases And 1 New Retirement Home Outbreak
The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is reporting 11 new cases of Covid-19 in the region. One new case is a woman in her 90s in Huntsville. A new Covid-19 outbreak has also been declared in...
May 05, 2020