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'It's fantastic': Local resident wins $1-million jackpot

'It's fantastic': Local resident wins $1-million jackpot

Lottery winner plans to purchase an SUV, upgrade his cottage, save for retirement
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'Powerful tool': Lakehead vows to embrace, not ban AI technology

'Powerful tool': Lakehead vows to embrace, not ban AI technology

'People who have used ChatGPT in the right manner — I think they will be more competent as well,' said Lakehead computer science professor
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7 deaths from suspected opioid overdoses in 7 days: OPP

7 deaths from suspected opioid overdoses in 7 days: OPP

OPP warn of 'highly potent, potentially fatal' strain of opioid that is currently circulating in the Simcoe-Muskoka region
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Former Olympian, WHA star, key volunteer heading to Hall of Fame

Former Olympian, WHA star, key volunteer heading to Hall of Fame

Dave Dunn, Alan Brahmst and John French will be inducted into Orillia sports shrine at a gala event on May 13 at Hawk Ridge
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Many young Canadians think Canada is doomed: Lakehead survey

Many young Canadians think Canada is doomed: Lakehead survey

Four in 10 Canadians said their feelings about climate change negatively affect their daily life, according to new Lakehead survey of young people
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Comedians bringing 'no-holds-barred' show to Orillia

Comedians bringing 'no-holds-barred' show to Orillia

Lisa Baker and Darren Frost's Beauty and the Beast tour making a stop at Couchiching Craft Brewing Co.
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Early morning bust leads to 'large quantity' of crack cocaine

Early morning bust leads to 'large quantity' of crack cocaine

Police say Toronto man also had heroin, methamphetamine, prescription medication, and suspected fentanyl
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Applications being accepted for New Path scholarship fund

Applications being accepted for New Path scholarship fund

Funding available for post-secondary education, apprenticeship programs
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LETTER: Low transit ridership doesn't warrant budget cut

LETTER: Low transit ridership doesn't warrant budget cut

'Questions should be raised on the effectiveness of routes and day-to-day management,' says letter writer, who encourages mayor, council to ride the buses
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Scott's Garden Centre digging in to help Green Haven shelter

Scott's Garden Centre digging in to help Green Haven shelter

'We believe in supporting women, especially those who are in need of assistance,' says the owner, noting business will donate 20 per cent of sales to women's shelter
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