COVID-19 Local News

Beth McKean of Hip Chick Design has enlisted her family to help make hand-made cotton gloves, which she is giving out free to anyone who needs them

'We are taking critical steps to promote social distancing by closing many of our non-essential services, programs and facilities to the public,' warden says

The death of a 77-year-old man marks Ontario's first COVID-19 fatality

Critical city services, such as water, wastewater, road maintenance, waste collection and fire service, will continue

There was one case reported out of Southlake hospital in Newmarket

Mayor says city got approval from top health officials to allow Jackson to return to city hall rather than self-isolate; He believes 'right decision was made'

Health unit has issued assurances that there was no contact that might pose the risk of community transmission

Orillia Central Preschool, West Ridge Early Education Centre close their doors; 'I'm broken for them,' official says of laid-off staff

'We want to allow our seniors, who are the most vulnerable, to shop in smaller crowds while we deal with COVID-19,' said Orillia store manager

Many of cancellations include opportunities for refunds, services will be offered online and by telephone