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LETTER: Simcoe North MPP isn't the only one who is silent

LETTER: Simcoe North MPP isn't the only one who is silent

Former Green candidate says Dunlop supported her during the provincial election campaign while others ignored racism
COLUMN: Cooper's hawk a sight for sore eyes

COLUMN: Cooper's hawk a sight for sore eyes

'The energy of the hawk was not only fortifying; it was inspirational,' says columnist who locked eyes with hawk while suffering eye ailment
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Heartwarming performance shows power of song (VIDEO)

Heartwarming performance shows power of song (VIDEO)

'I think that once people see this video, they’ll understand that people with special needs are so much more capable than a lot of people give them credit for,' says official
Long-dead caterpillars blamed for an acorn scarcity

Long-dead caterpillars blamed for an acorn scarcity

Turns out, there's a good reason for black bears, turkeys, squirrels and blue jays to really hate spongy moths
HGTV stars celebrating Gingerbread House Day at Friday Harbour

HGTV stars celebrating Gingerbread House Day at Friday Harbour

David Visentin and Desta Ostapyk of the show Love It or List It will be at Friday Harbour making gingerbread houses on Dec. 12
Winter weather travel advisory in effect: Environment Canada

Winter weather travel advisory in effect: Environment Canada

Freezing drizzle, up to 10 cm of snow possible overnight, into Sunday afternoon
Local students prep for balloon-popping robot war

Local students prep for balloon-popping robot war

Eastview hosts sixth annual Robotics 'Balloon Battle' on Dec. 20; Event will also feature students from Bear Creek, Orillia Secondary, Collingwood Collegiate, and Banting Memorial
Correctional officers donate to North Simcoe Victim Services

Correctional officers donate to North Simcoe Victim Services

'During COVID, the need for crucial services increased drastically, and so this donation will go a long way in helping multiple families,' said North Simcoe Victim Services official
Severn council vows to do 'the best job we can' for next 4 years

Severn council vows to do 'the best job we can' for next 4 years

Council members share gratitude during inaugural meeting of 2022-26 term