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'This is incredible': Soldiers' 50/50 winner takes home $20,000

'This is incredible': Soldiers' 50/50 winner takes home $20,000

'It’s a tough world out there for these kids right now,' says draw winner who plans to share $20,205 grand prize with his son
Child and Youth Advocacy Centre rolls out mobile, remote services

Child and Youth Advocacy Centre rolls out mobile, remote services

With new partnership, clients from across the region will be able to access services without needing to travel to the agency's building on West Street North
Local mom’s adventure quest aims to help turn wishes into reality

Local mom’s adventure quest aims to help turn wishes into reality

Karen Cunningham aims to make a difference with $10,000 fundraising campaign for Make-a-Wish, which had a huge impact on her family
Local company marks 'meaningful' milestone of support for OSMH

Local company marks 'meaningful' milestone of support for OSMH

Tatham Engineering has donated more than $100K over the years to support hospital foundation
Orillia Animal Centre has cats for adoption from northern Ontario

Orillia Animal Centre has cats for adoption from northern Ontario

'These are beautiful cats who just want a family to love them,' said official of 32 cats brought to 'areas of the province' where there are families willing to adopt
Empower Simcoe recognizes local students, educators with awards

Empower Simcoe recognizes local students, educators with awards

Couchiching Heights principal among recipients of Inclusion Excellence Awards for 'inspiring role models who are exceedingly worthy of this recognition'
​​​​​​​Students' artwork reflects natural beauty of Orillia area

​​​​​​​Students' artwork reflects natural beauty of Orillia area

Local students recognized for their submissions to Sustainable Orillia art contest which will be featured in organization's 2024 calendar
ADOPT ME: Milo wants to be where the people are

ADOPT ME: Milo wants to be where the people are

This tabby would do best in a home with a relaxed, mature vibe
Hospice organizations in area get funding increase from province

Hospice organizations in area get funding increase from province

'This funding increase means greater sustainability for the communities of Simcoe North,' said Mariposa House Hospice official
'Amazing': Boyd Balkwill Memorial Tournament returns to Orillia

'Amazing': Boyd Balkwill Memorial Tournament returns to Orillia

After a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the tournament drew more than 700 lacrosse players of various ages to local rinks, organizers say