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Tiny Township home destroyed by Boxing Day fire

Tiny Township home destroyed by Boxing Day fire

Cause of the fire believed to be arson, says OPP
Wye Marsh offers plenty of winter fun in magical setting (6 photos)

Wye Marsh offers plenty of winter fun in magical setting (6 photos)

Crosscountry skiing, snowshoeing and hiking just a few of the popular activities on offer at the local wildlife centre
Developer pitches plan for $16M retirement park in Ramara

Developer pitches plan for $16M retirement park in Ramara

Development would include independent and assisted-living units; 'It would be a really high-end product that Ramara Township and the council would be proud of'
Make a New Year’s resolution to get out. Here’s some tips! (5 photos)

Make a New Year’s resolution to get out. Here’s some tips! (5 photos)

Despite the pandemic, columnist urges you to enjoy getting outdoors in the new year, maybe even making a resolution to give yourself a nature prescription
Leave your Christmas tree in your backyard, urges Conservancy

Leave your Christmas tree in your backyard, urges Conservancy

Leaving your tree in the backyard over the winter can provide many benefits for backyard wildlife, says Nature Conservancy of Canada official
9,418 new COVID-19 cases reported Monday

9,418 new COVID-19 cases reported Monday

Number of recoveries, deaths will be updated Dec. 29
PROFILE: Orillia karate teacher celebrating 30 years with local dojo

PROFILE: Orillia karate teacher celebrating 30 years with local dojo

'I enjoy seeing the look on their face when they get their new belt,' says longtime Orillia karate teacher
Have you downloaded your enhanced vaccine certificate yet?

Have you downloaded your enhanced vaccine certificate yet?

You'll need the QR code to access settings where proof of vaccination is required starting Jan. 4
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Oro-Medonte a 'perfect playground for winter fun' (6 photos)

Oro-Medonte a 'perfect playground for winter fun' (6 photos)

Making the most of the great outdoors is the key to thriving during the long Canadian winter, notes official