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Syrian Sanctuary co-founders to speak in Orillia

Syrian Sanctuary co-founders to speak in Orillia

Dynamic duo will talk about their efforts to help refugees at CFUW Orillia meeting Feb. 26
‘Modern-day slavery’ probe reveals 43 people living in ‘squalid’ conditions (11 photos)

‘Modern-day slavery’ probe reveals 43 people living in ‘squalid’ conditions (11 photos)

‘It is inconceivable that this was taking place in our community’: Barrie police chief; no charges have been laid
Local Special Olympics athletes earn medals at Provincial Games

Local Special Olympics athletes earn medals at Provincial Games

Taylor Shaw earned bronze, while Carlea Wilkie-Ellis earned silver and bronze in Sault Ste. Marie
15 to 20 cm of snow and ice on the way

15 to 20 cm of snow and ice on the way

Possible freezing rain and strong winds expected Tuesday, warns Environment Canada
Star-studded recital will showcase 'new' Steinway piano

Star-studded recital will showcase 'new' Steinway piano

1925 piano, gifted to St. Paul's Centre, has been refurbished and is ready for its debut
Local vet is unleashing the power of super cells

Local vet is unleashing the power of super cells

Using a dog's own cells can speed up healing and reduce pain in joints; 'Quality of life is so important, especially in senior pets
BREAKING NEWS: Rolling Stones to rock Burl's Creek

BREAKING NEWS: Rolling Stones to rock Burl's Creek

Iconic British band to perform in our area June 29; It's a 'once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see the world's greatest rock and roll band'
LETTER: Why are there two standards in downtown Orillia? (5 photos)

LETTER: Why are there two standards in downtown Orillia? (5 photos)

Downtown merchant says some owners feel targeted while others are left unscathed; 'It makes for an awful work environment in downtown Orillia'
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Cloudy skies but clearing in the afternoon. A high of -5C expected but will feel like -18C with the windchill.
Celebrity chef Lynn Crawford bringing her flair for food to Deerhurst Resort

Celebrity chef Lynn Crawford bringing her flair for food to Deerhurst Resort

In this month’s Ontario travel column, Bradford West Gwillimbury author Andrew Hind stops by Deerhurst Resort for a perfect winter wonderland getaway