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LETTER: Why not roll out smaller vans instead of buses?

LETTER: Why not roll out smaller vans instead of buses?

'Surely, they could be operated at a more reduced cost,' letter writer says of smaller buses with a capacity of 10-12 people
'Power of sport' will be on display at Orange Jersey game tonight

'Power of sport' will be on display at Orange Jersey game tonight

Team's players, coaches and parents are wearing orange jerseys, learning about impact of residential schools and seek support at Friday night home game
Nominations open for Oro-Medonte Citizen of the Year

Nominations open for Oro-Medonte Citizen of the Year

Township also accepting nominations for Ontario Senior of the Year until March 10
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
OPP seek help finding woman missing from Midland area (update: located)

OPP seek help finding woman missing from Midland area (update: located)

She has been located
Charity Ski Day event returns, aims to raise $15,000 for OSMH

Charity Ski Day event returns, aims to raise $15,000 for OSMH

'Specifically, during the pandemic, we’ve felt that our hospital is in great need of some additional support,' says Subaru of Orillia general manager
Province pumps $600,000 from gas-tax fund into Orillia Transit

Province pumps $600,000 from gas-tax fund into Orillia Transit

'We continue to step up to the plate to provide the funding municipalities need to ensure transit remains a safe and reliable option,' said Simcoe North MPP
Private member's bill would rein in the Uberization of nursing

Private member's bill would rein in the Uberization of nursing

'It takes aim at the most outrageous and predatory practices in a way that is reasonable and fair to everyone,' says Liberal MPP/emergency medicine doctor
Union rep says hospital protest about safety, not wages

Union rep says hospital protest about safety, not wages

'We are dedicated to our patients and our communities. Not allowing us to provide good, safe care is impacting everyone,' says local picket organizer
Health unit reminding parents of 'vital role' immunizations play

Health unit reminding parents of 'vital role' immunizations play

In the coming weeks, public health nurses will be visiting Simcoe-Muskoka secondary schools to offer catch-up clinics