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Good morning, Collingwood!

Good morning, Collingwood!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Area woman inspired by nature, working for nature (5 photos)

Area woman inspired by nature, working for nature (5 photos)

Upon return to Orillia, Samantha Vessios 'got lost in nature and started to appreciate the things we pass by every day' and has turned that passion into a career
Mayor Brian Saunderson to take leave of absence starting April 20

Mayor Brian Saunderson to take leave of absence starting April 20

Saunderson will be running for MPP of Simcoe-Grey; Deputy Mayor Keith Hull will serve as acting mayor in Saunderson's absence
COLUMN: What's in a name? For this local elder, everything

COLUMN: What's in a name? For this local elder, everything

Jeff Monague has decided to begin 'decolonizing' his personal space and is petitioning the government to officially change his name to reflect Anishinaabe heritage
ONA says decision to drop charges against Southlake, CEO 'absolutely disgusting'

ONA says decision to drop charges against Southlake, CEO 'absolutely disgusting'

ONA president Cathryn Hoy says she is 'incensed' the Crown quietly withdrew several of the latest round of workplace violence charges against the Newmarket hospital
Climate action team issues challenge you can handle(bar) on two wheels

Climate action team issues challenge you can handle(bar) on two wheels

Join the Collingwood Climate Action Team in riding your bike everyday in April for the annual 30 Days of Biking Challenge
Health unit confirms 2 more COVID deaths, case surge continues

Health unit confirms 2 more COVID deaths, case surge continues

20 Simcoe-Muskoka residents have died in March after contracting COVID-19
OPP create tip line to aid investigation of Mohawk Institute

OPP create tip line to aid investigation of Mohawk Institute

OPP want to hear from survivors who witnessed criminal acts that could have led to deaths, and are looking for information about missing children
Youth Centre's 24/7 food pantry is a Freedge-for-All

Youth Centre's 24/7 food pantry is a Freedge-for-All

The fridge, freezer, and pantry was fully stocked as soon as it opened with donated food and personal care items available for free to those who need them
ONTARIO: Parents to get rebates in May under child-care deal

ONTARIO: Parents to get rebates in May under child-care deal

Parents will see a further cost reduction in December, when fees will be reduced – on average – by 50 per cent, with further cuts slated for September 2024 to bring Ontario to an average of $10 a day by the following September