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LETTER: Dunlop says 'heartbreaking reality' spawned Bill 23

LETTER: Dunlop says 'heartbreaking reality' spawned Bill 23

More Homes Built Faster Act will 'ensure our communities can continue to grow, evolve and thrive,' says Simcoe North MPP Jill Dunlop
Woman killed in deadly crash was a 'champion for the children'

Woman killed in deadly crash was a 'champion for the children'

'Over the last two decades, Erica made a meaningful difference in the lives of thousands of Easter Seals children and families,' official said of woman killed in Hwy. 26 crash
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
'Weather bomb': Get ready for a 'once in a generation' storm

'Weather bomb': Get ready for a 'once in a generation' storm

Local weather watcher says 'blizzard warnings' could be issued and expects the area to be hit with 80 to 125 centimetres of snow this weekend
COLUMN: It's not too late to enjoy spirit of Christmas

COLUMN: It's not too late to enjoy spirit of Christmas

Local churches, museums and eateries have lots of Christmas-themed events and activities on the menu in the days before the 'big day,' says columnist
One person rescued after falling into Kempenfelt Bay near dock

One person rescued after falling into Kempenfelt Bay near dock

'It’s a good reminder that cold water can be dangerous and hypothermia can set in within minutes of being in the water,' says official
Orillia Lakers earn hard-fought triumphs, extend win streak to 10

Orillia Lakers earn hard-fought triumphs, extend win streak to 10

Recent convincing wins bring local squad's overall record to 14-1
Simcoe County paramedics toy drive 'a tremendous success'

Simcoe County paramedics toy drive 'a tremendous success'

20th annual campaign brought in more than 9,000 toys, $17K in cash and gift cards
Board seeks input on school-year calendar

Board seeks input on school-year calendar

Feedback on 2023-24 school year will be accepted until Jan. 10
Women's endowment fund reaches 'incredible' milestone

Women's endowment fund reaches 'incredible' milestone

'How many more women can we help so they won’t have to worry about finances and start putting themselves first?' asks Women's inTUITION founder