COVID-19 Local News

'I’m not trying to be disobedient; I’m just trying to stay in business,' says owner of downtown hair salon

'We have a great mix of new and old, hard-to-find pieces, and we order in pieces for customers who are looking for something specific,' says co-owner of Orillia Diecast

'It’s tough that we have to do this program, but it’s been really great seeing the different restaurants in town step up and ... supporting youth,' says official

'Our people are really appreciative of the opportunity that we have, even though we have to wear a mask and be six feet apart,' says pastor of Orillia church

'I just like to decorate and do something small for the children because it’s been a crummy year for them,' says resident who lives near Homewood Park

'It’s kind of nice to be in this position to help businesses like them, who might be in need during this time,' says Orillia driver Taylor Holdaway

'Our tourism operators have had very challenging times, so this is some financial assistance to go right into their hands,' said local tourism agency official

'I have a really good team that has a lot of hotel experience, so I think we will still do very well for our first year,' says general manager of Fairfield By Marriott hotel

'I know that if we can provide the right kinds of supports to our young people, it bodes well for the community in the long run,' says Brian Adams

'It’s just what I do, I like to help, it’s just in me,' says local nurse who worked 12-hour shifts to help with a crisis among people experiencing homelessness