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Mulroney unveils plan for off-road vehicles to connect to community trails

Mulroney unveils plan for off-road vehicles to connect to community trails

Ontario to allow off-road vehicles on roads; 'What it will do is draw tourism to areas such as Simcoe County,' said provincial trail riders official
Orillia YMCA pool shut down after sound baffle falls from ceiling

Orillia YMCA pool shut down after sound baffle falls from ceiling

Officials not sure when pool will reopen; 'We’re doing the best that we can,' GM says
Four months later, Champlain has still not returned to the park

Four months later, Champlain has still not returned to the park

Parks Canada says new plinth is being designed and they are working 'with the general contractor to expedite the re-installation process'
Take a glimpse into this weekend's Christmas Market <b>(10 photos)</b>

Take a glimpse into this weekend's Christmas Market (10 photos)

Last night, invited guests were given a preview of first annual Downtown Orillia Christmas Market which opens at noon today and runs all weekend
Attempt being made to resurrect 'vital' Information Orillia

Attempt being made to resurrect 'vital' Information Orillia

'It’s been closed too long. I keep hearing from multiple people ... that they’re lost without it,' says volunteer who is spearheading effort to re-open agency
Sledge hockey is 'a lot tougher than it looks,' players learn <b>(6 photos)</b>

Sledge hockey is 'a lot tougher than it looks,' players learn (6 photos)

Fifth annual event allows community to try something new and support All Sports All People; 'Adaptive sports is for everybody,' says advocate
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Rain showers changing to flurries but ending near noon, risk of freezing drizzle and windy
Orillia parade goers, others help paramedics' toy drive start strong

Orillia parade goers, others help paramedics' toy drive start strong

Donations will continue to be accepted until Dec. 13; If you missed giving opportunity at Orillia's parade, West Street station will accept donations
Looking for a unique, hand-crafted item this Christmas?

Looking for a unique, hand-crafted item this Christmas?

Uptergrove Public School hosting festive, fundraising fair Saturday at the Ramara Centre
Conservation organizations come together to protect area watersheds

Conservation organizations come together to protect area watersheds

Strong and strategic protections needed in the Lake Simcoe watershed, coalitions say