Orillia home destroyed by fire that claimed pet’s life
An early-morning fire destroyed a home in Orillia, occupants escaped unharmed.
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Early bird tickets for Split the Pot to support local health care deadline at midnight
The Split the Pot Lottery is holding its early bird draw on Wednesday night.
Barrie’s summer season kicks-off as Open Air Dunlop’s festivals begin
Open Air Dunlop offers five mini staycations the whole family can enjoy.
Pointless highway deaths can be avoided: OPP
Ontario Provincial Police release 2024 mortality statistics in scathing report on the province's drivers.
Orillia council green lights $500K investment toward ice storm recovery
The City of Orillia is taking steps toward recovery after the powerful March 30 ice storm by approving a half-a-million dollar investment for tree recovery and replanting.
Honda hits pause on plans for $15B EV expansion in Alliston, Ont.
One month after shutting down rumours that Honda Canada had plans to restructure its manufacturing footprint, the company confirmed it is hitting pause on its plans for a $15 billion electric vehicle (EV) project at its Alliston, Ont. location for two years.
Fast-moving wildfire in Gravenhurst destroys structures, vehicles in its path
A fast-moving wildfire tore through an area near Riley Lake Monday afternoon, destroying structures and vehicles, according to Gravenhurst Fire Department.
Murder trial begins for Bradford man accused of stabbing Good Samaritan 20 times
The trial of a Bradford, Ont. man accused of stabbing a Good Samaritan along Holland Street West over the Labour Day weekend in 2022 has begun.
Tribute acts bring rock legends to life at Casino Rama this summer
Casino Rama Resort is turning up the volume this summer with a series of tribute concerts that promises to transport audiences back to the golden era of classic rock.
OPP officers gather in Gravenhurst for annual marine training
Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers are in Gravenhurst this week for the organization’s annual marine training program, which is part of a five-year agreement between the OPP and the town.
Police locate car allegedly involved in deadly hit-and-run
Police in Owen Sound say a vehicle believed to have been involved in a deadly hit-and-run over the weekend has been located, but they continue to appeal to the public for information.
Allegedly impaired driver charged with speeding nearly 100km/h over limit
Provincial police arrested a motorist accused of speeding nearly 100 kilometres over the posted limit while impaired by almost three times the legal alcohol limit over the weekend.
Ontario Fire Marshal investigating house fire that left two men in critical condition
A fire in Bradford left two men hospitalized with critical injuries.
Fire breaks out at Innisfil Recreational Complex
Thick, black smoke and flames could be seen shooting into the sky above the Innisfil Recreational Complex Monday afternoon.