Local News

New mandatory alcohol screening for drivers starts tomorrow

New screening 'serves as an important deterrent,' says OPP official

Dec 17, 2018 5:38 PM Read more >

Christmas comes early thanks to Community Foundation

Eight local organizations benefit thanks to donation from Connor Clark and Lunn Foundation

Dec 17, 2018 4:15 PM Read more >

Second public meeting about downtown waterfront area set for Friday

Meeting deals with specific proposed amendments that will allow city to solicit proposals from developers

Dec 17, 2018 3:30 PM Read more >

Bill puts protected areas at risk, environmentalists warn

Government says Greenbelt will remain protected under Bill 66, but some aren't buying it

Dec 17, 2018 1:51 PM Read more >

Arch rivals unite to support fellow hockey player in need

North Central Predators raise more than $7,000 to support player with Stage 3, non-Hodgkins Lymphoma

Dec 17, 2018 12:30 PM Read more >

Simcoe County achieves AA credit rating for fourth straight year

'County has strong operating and budgetary oversight,' says warden

Dec 17, 2018 12:00 PM Read more >

Cormorant hunting should be 'last resort,' says Orillia naturalist

Bob Bowles critical of province's proposal to create cormorant hunting season

Dec 17, 2018 10:45 AM Read more >

Team shows its true colours through community service

Minor hockey team steps up to help local woman's campaign; 'These boys are showing such character,' coach says

Dec 17, 2018 9:30 AM Read more >

Citizen scientists flock to local bird count

Birders counted 55 species Saturday as part of annual event that wrapped up with a pot-luck dinner

Dec 17, 2018 8:00 AM Read more >

Good morning, Orillia!

Flurries and windy with temperatures of minus 13 with the windchill.

Dec 17, 2018 6:00 AM Read more >