Category Archives: Orillia News
Traffic Stop In Orillia Leads To Drugs
Yet another traffic stop in Orillia has led to drugs. Police say they stopped a vehicle on Monday night on Colborne Street, and seized a quantity of suspected cocaine, marijuana, cash and items consis...
May 07, 2020
LINX Transit Changes, Starting Monday
Starting Monday, there will be more changes to LINX Transit services. They are: Route 1 - Penetanguishene/Midland to Barrie - Transit service will begin at 7:30 a.m. with the last trips leaving at 6:3...
May 07, 2020
Winter Returns... In May
Starting today, the temperature is going to gradually drop and flurries return to the forecast. A cold front is moving into the area and hanging out for a few days, leaving us with chilly weather, tha...
May 07, 2020
Repatriation Ceremony Honours CAF Members Killed In Helicopter Crash
A repatriation ceremony has been held for the six CAF members who were killed when their helicopter crashed into the Mediterranean Sea. It happened this afternoon at CFB Trenton with Prime Minister Ju...
May 06, 2020
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