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<b>WEEKLY TIP:</b> Buying used clothes can combat climate change

WEEKLY TIP: Buying used clothes can combat climate change

'All the fast fashions these days are just polluting our Earth, so it's nice to be able to reuse other things that people don't want,' says Value Village shopper
Refrigerated skate trail at park rejected by city council

Refrigerated skate trail at park rejected by city council

'A refrigerated skate trail sounds a little crazy and futuristic,' notes mayor, but said it would help create a healthier community
Was it Milo Mustard with a candlestick in the library?

Was it Milo Mustard with a candlestick in the library?

Orillia Public Library hosting life-sized Clue game Saturday; There are prizes up for grabs at fun-focused, after-hours event
Gas leak near Orillia hospital closes streets in area

Gas leak near Orillia hospital closes streets in area

Could be seven hours before roads reopen: OPP
County's AA credit rating reaffirmed for 2019

County's AA credit rating reaffirmed for 2019

S&P Global Ratings says the County demonstrates political and managerial strength with a good degree of transparency and disclosure for the fifth consecutive year
Massey Medal 'a considerable honour' for Orillia man

Massey Medal 'a considerable honour' for Orillia man

Derek Ford, driven by 'the thrill of adventure,' recognized by Royal Canadian Geographical Society for influential career as geologist
Local rugby star racing toward her ultimate Olympic goal

Local rugby star racing toward her ultimate Olympic goal

Oro-Medonte's Eden Kilgour has caught the attention of Rugby Canada; 'My goal is to compete in the Summer Olympics in rugby,' says talented teen
<b>Adopt Me:</b> Action is Rudy's middle name (adopted)

Adopt Me: Action is Rudy's middle name (adopted)

He requires a yard with a higher fence as he loves to jump and he is an expert at escaping
Neil Sedaka concert at Casino Rama cancelled

Neil Sedaka concert at Casino Rama cancelled

Concert was originally scheduled for Nov. 2 at Casino Rama Resort and then postponed; Refunds now being made available
Tip helps Bracebridge OPP get fentanyl off the streets

Tip helps Bracebridge OPP get fentanyl off the streets

Man faces multiple charges including possession of fentanyl for the purpose of trafficking