Local News

Good morning, Orillia!

We're in for a rainy day, today

Jun 23, 2018 6:00 AM Read more >

Where is all that smoke coming from?(UPDATE: Fire under control, pollution control on scene)

Firefighters from Orillia and Rama are trying to douse a large garbage fire behind Progress Waste Solutions on James Street

Jun 22, 2018 8:15 PM Read more >

Are you eligible for a 'treebate'?

Residents of Orillia can apply for a $50 rebate through the Treebates Program for planting an eligible tree or shrub

Jun 22, 2018 7:30 PM Read more >

Mentors, students become fast friends

Lions Oval Public School holds appreciation event for in-school mentors

Jun 22, 2018 5:30 PM Read more >

Food bank cleans up at messy fundraiser

Meridian Credit Union staff take pies in the face for Sharing Place

Jun 22, 2018 3:59 PM Read more >

Unsealed 4-year-old police documents spark protests in Collingwood

Details emerge in an ongoing police probe into alleged fraud and breach of trust by a former town employee and former MP

Jun 22, 2018 3:00 PM Read more >

City ponders the future of Orchard Point community

Zoning designation rankles residents; council will look into changing it as part of Official Plan review

Jun 22, 2018 1:45 PM Read more >

Child with Hepatitis C confirmed as patient of Orillia clinic (UPDATE: Dr. Philip says health unit claims 'greater threat to public health' )

Child’s mother has verified that the child received dental treatment at the clinic

Jun 22, 2018 12:56 PM Read more >

Sunday Evening Band Concert Series returns for 40th season this weekend

Popular series kicks off with Orillia Concert Band Sunday at 6:30 p.m. at Aqua Theatre

Jun 22, 2018 11:30 AM Read more >

Safety on the water is a 'matter of life and death'

Three people have died on local waterways this year; police urge caution and safety

Jun 22, 2018 10:30 AM Read more >