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Orillia Public Library hosting online fraud prevention program

Orillia Public Library hosting online fraud prevention program

'Digital safety has never been more crucial, and this event promises to equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate' the online world
OPP asks city for help to reduce collisions on University Ave.

OPP asks city for help to reduce collisions on University Ave.

'It's not an overnight thing, (but we'll) try anything we can do to assist and support to try to reduce collisions and reduce speed,' says Orillia OPP official
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
'Need for growth': Popular Eclectic Café expands to second location

'Need for growth': Popular Eclectic Café expands to second location

Demand for market-style space 'one of the positives that came out of the pandemic,' says co-owner of downtown eatery
COLUMN: There's lots to see and do this weekend in Orillia

COLUMN: There's lots to see and do this weekend in Orillia

'We are very spoiled for choice in Orillia, with art and cultural events,' says arts and entertainment columnist, who encourages people to support local events
'Best available site': YMCA picks new Barrie home near Sadlon Arena

'Best available site': YMCA picks new Barrie home near Sadlon Arena

'We are anticipating a location in the area of the north parking lot,' says YMCA official
Little Lady Kings battle it out in Orillia

Little Lady Kings battle it out in Orillia

Recent field lacrosse action saw some high-scoring games
Church collects feminine hygiene products for local food banks

Church collects feminine hygiene products for local food banks

Mother's Day initiative by Connexus Church 'surpassed all expectations,' says official
Grant allows organization to provide in-person support for youth

Grant allows organization to provide in-person support for youth

'There is now a place where youth can come in and connect with each other,' says official with Catholic Family Services of Simcoe County
Group threatens to bus homeless people to councillors' doors

Group threatens to bus homeless people to councillors' doors

'Frankly, this threat is a despicable abuse of these individuals that further victimizes them instead of helping them,' says Barrie mayor