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'A big family': Tatham marks milestone at Orillia office

'A big family': Tatham marks milestone at Orillia office

'We care about what happens in our communities, and we want to make things better and build good relationships,' says new officer manager of Orillia firm
Police seize $25K in drugs from Orillia residence

Police seize $25K in drugs from Orillia residence

Two people facing charges after search warrant executed Friday morning
Check out hair-raising video of wild new ride at Canada's Wonderland

Check out hair-raising video of wild new ride at Canada's Wonderland

The Tundra Twister is a pendulum ride that swings people 360 degrees, 47 metres high, at speeds up to 75 km/hour
Little Lady Kings rack up goals in recent house league action

Little Lady Kings rack up goals in recent house league action

Many players notched hat tricks during a high-scoring night at the West Orillia Sports Complex
'Huge night': Barn Burner charity hockey game returns to Barrie

'Huge night': Barn Burner charity hockey game returns to Barrie

'We are able to raise so much for so many organizations,' says Mayor Alex Nuttall, who's hosting Aug. 9 event at Sadlon Arena
Shooter pleads guilty in 2021 murder that left Barrie teen dead

Shooter pleads guilty in 2021 murder that left Barrie teen dead

Agreed statement of facts indicates the two teens had previously been involved in a feud on social media, which led to a fight and then the shooting
City to stop spreading sand on sidewalks, trails this winter

City to stop spreading sand on sidewalks, trails this winter

'If we move to just the salt on the sidewalks, the objective is to have bare concrete on that sidewalk so traction, then, does not become an issue at all, right?' said city staff
Cash flows for post-pandemic recovery at colleges, universities

Cash flows for post-pandemic recovery at colleges, universities

'We know students need a little extra help right now. The effects of the pandemic are still revealing themselves to us,' says provincial official
Angus man accused of child sexual exploitation, luring

Angus man accused of child sexual exploitation, luring

Police say man travelled to meet young person for sexual purpose, prompting warning to parents to equip kids against 'manipulative offenders online'
Heading out on an e-bike? Know the laws, warns Orillia OPP

Heading out on an e-bike? Know the laws, warns Orillia OPP

It is vital that users understand the rules and regulations governing their use as well as all safety requirements, says Orillia OPP