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Community Builders Awards: Remembering Chris Bellchambers, a selfless volunteer

Community Builders Awards: Remembering Chris Bellchambers, a selfless volunteer

Chris’ bright light continues to shine in Orillia as he is remembered for his positivity and dedication to our community
The shows must go on: Casino Rama unveils nine new concerts

The shows must go on: Casino Rama unveils nine new concerts

The lineup of new concerts range from rock to country, dance, R&B, plus 'some of your favourite oldies'
LETTER: Orillia should be home to Lightfoot Centre, says fan

LETTER: Orillia should be home to Lightfoot Centre, says fan

'He ran with endurance the race marked out for him, and finished well. Rest in peace, Gordon Lightfoot'
LETTER: Church should help with Hillcrest Lodge expenses

LETTER: Church should help with Hillcrest Lodge expenses

'Hillcrest Lodge should be free of taxation as per the Ontario Assessment Act,' says original board member of Orillia facility for vulnerable seniors
Fashion meets music at Hearts and Crafts Studio extravaganza

Fashion meets music at Hearts and Crafts Studio extravaganza

Students presented second annual fashion event that featured unique work from each designer infused by hard work and creativity
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Casino Rama set to reopen Tuesday following ransomware attack

Casino Rama set to reopen Tuesday following ransomware attack

Casino Rama is the last of 14 properties operated by Gateway to reopen after they were suddenly closed on April 16
Orillia pitcher realizing his dream with stellar NCAA season

Orillia pitcher realizing his dream with stellar NCAA season

'It’s a great feeling. It feels like the work I’m putting in is paying off,' says Twin Lakes graduate who may return home to play for the Orillia Royals this summer
'We need to remember,' sea cadet says of Battle of the Atlantic

'We need to remember,' sea cadet says of Battle of the Atlantic

'The experience makes me feel important ... (and) proud to be a Canadian,' says Daniel McLellan, 15, who was recruited by someone doing poppy sales in Orillia
'Truly gratifying': Local, provincial groups unite to protect land

'Truly gratifying': Local, provincial groups unite to protect land

'This designation ensures ... future generations (will) inherit a world that is healthy, resilient and sustainable,' says conservation authority official