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New program aimed at helping local seniors enjoy the arts

New program aimed at helping local seniors enjoy the arts

'With this project, ODAC hopes to begin a long-term collaboration between elder care and cultural experience,' says official; information sessions coming in July
Orillia man facing impaired charges after Highway 11 incident

Orillia man facing impaired charges after Highway 11 incident

The 37-year-old had his licence suspended and his car impounded after being stopped in Temiskaming area
As long weekend nears, OPP issue a call for safe driving

As long weekend nears, OPP issue a call for safe driving

OPP officers ramping up enforcement and education regarding the presence and use of lifesaving equipment to help ensure Ontarians travel safely on and off the road
Man faces multiple charges after erratic driving on Highway 12

Man faces multiple charges after erratic driving on Highway 12

A 35-year-old man was stopped in Ramara and, according to Orillia OPP, there was open liquor and cannabis 'accessible to the driver'
Goat's tale has happy ending; Stanley can stay at Tiny home

Goat's tale has happy ending; Stanley can stay at Tiny home

'We are all on cloud nine right now,' supporter says after township opts to accept Stanley's designation as resident's 'emotional support animal'
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
UPDATE: Missing Orillia man, 22, found safe

UPDATE: Missing Orillia man, 22, found safe

He was last seen in Orillia on June 26
OSS student proposes community fridge to tackle food insecurity

OSS student proposes community fridge to tackle food insecurity

Community fridge, proposed for library, 'provides support to those who need it, and engages community members to donate food and other items,' student says 
'Unruly camper' accused of damaging police cruiser

'Unruly camper' accused of damaging police cruiser

Police say 21-year-old Barrie resident was arrested at Northern Bruce Peninsula campground
Judicial review requested by Fallis to take place Tuesday

Judicial review requested by Fallis to take place Tuesday

At the crux of the review is to 'consider whether an Orillia municipal councillor can consult an independent lawyer on a closed-session matter'