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South Simcoe Police charge 6 young teens in Innisfil Town Square vandalism incident
Police have charged 6 teenagers after washrooms at the newly unveiled Innisfil Town Square were vandalized, the service said Thursday, Feb. 23. → Read More
Eat breakfast with town council, visit fair as Innisfil Winter Weekends continue
Here are five things to do on Saturday, Feb. 4. → Read More
Innisfil service organizations can now apply for $400M Canadian government pandemic recovery fund
Community service organizations are at the forefront of addressing communities’ needs, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Innisfil Community Foundation said in the release. → Read More
'There's a lot of service we can do': Innisfil Lions Club marks 50th anniversary
The Innisfil Lions Club used its 50th anniversary to kickstart efforts to reinvigorate its membership and show the community what it brings to the town on Jan. 28. → Read More
Emergency services respond to house fire in Barrie's south end
Emergency services responded to a house fire on Sovereign's Gate in Barrie's south end Sunday afternoon. → Read More
Missing 15-year-old youth found safe in Rama after she was reported missing
The youth was last seen leaving a Sandhill Road residence and is believed to have been picked up by a southbound vehicle on Highway 400 near Vasey Road around 10 p.m. the night of Jan. 20. → Read More
Residents, council give feedback on Innisfil Beach Park concepts, staff to return later with final proposal
Town staff are now charged with untangling the various wants and needs of residents as they put together a recommendation and present it to council for debate and approval in April. → Read More
Show focused on the 'art of comedy' comes to Orillia Jan. 20
The Den of Hilarities comedy company will make its Orillia debut when the show gets underway at 8 p.m. at Creative Nomad Studios on Friday. → Read More
Nominations open for Orillia's annual Citizen of the Year Award
The deadline for nominations is noon on Feb. 6. → Read More
Innisfil roundabout construction starts this fall after council approves $583,168 cost hike
Staff requested an additional $583,168 in funding on top of an initial $1.2 million approved by council as part of a master plan update in 2021 to build the roundabout at 25th Sideroad and Big Bay... → Read More
'An opportunity': Here's how a local bus route could come to Innisfil
The County of Simcoe has considered a local route for Innisfil for some time, officials said. → Read More
Barrie man wins $250K lottery with ticket he bought 'on a whim'
Kirk Higgins won OLG's Instant Jackpot. → Read More
Live: Thousands gather for funeral of Barrie-born OPP officer today
Const. Greg Pierzchala was fatally shot while responding to a call on Dec. 27. → Read More
Nora Bell Ruth Beach first baby of 2023 born at Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital
The new baby is well and resting comfortably with her mother. → Read More
'Thank you': Orillia's Dial moving company owner retires after 46 years
Ben Wiggins was only 21 when he and his father became the third owners of the company decades ago. → Read More
Ice skating trail opens at Innisfil town square in Alcona
The town square was first approved in the 2019-20 town council budget. → Read More
Orillia hospital says its 'running out of space' as it rejigs building for growing needs
Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital had to trigger a reshuffle to meet community needs. → Read More
Innisfil town staff propose 4.9% tax rate increase for 2023 and 4.1% for 2024
Staff cited several factors behind the proposed hikes, including making up for revenue lost in 2021 when the rate hike was zero. → Read More
Orillia bus fare hiked by 10 cents to 'meet the community's needs, now and in the future'
Fare “is still very competitive for our users while enabling the city to continue making investments and enhancements,” says city official. → Read More
'Willing and ready': Mayor Lynn Dollin ready to guide Innisfil council as term gets underway
Mayor Lynn Dollin is focused on collaboration and consensus, she says. → Read More