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Gofundme account set up for Orillia man killed in snowmobile accident

Gofundme account set up for Orillia man killed in snowmobile accident

James Tahir, 35, leaves behind wife, two young kids; He had a 'fun, energetic spirit (that) could lift you up no matter what mood you were in'
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'Modern-day slavery' case related to cleaning company delayed again

'Modern-day slavery' case related to cleaning company delayed again

Four accused in alleged case of human trafficking appeared in Bradford satellite court on Monday; Case has been adjourned until March 23
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Brace yourself for a winter storm Wednesday

Brace yourself for a winter storm Wednesday

10-25 cm possible by Thursday morning, Environment Canada says
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Local OPP nab suspected $70,000 car fraudster

Local OPP nab suspected $70,000 car fraudster

Police investigating possible fraud at Midland automotive dealership; A 26-year-old woman faces charges
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OPP looking for shirtless man who robbed Oro-Medonte gas bar

OPP looking for shirtless man who robbed Oro-Medonte gas bar

Suspect had a white shirt tied around his face and demanded cash from the gas-bar employee who, after a brief exchange, gave him the till drawer
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Collingwood school considers name change in light of sex-assault furor

Collingwood school considers name change in light of sex-assault furor

Students at school named after Jean Vanier will be permitted to dress down for the week instead of wearing a uniform while the board determines next steps
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A child could be killed at 'dangerous' intersection, parent warns

A child could be killed at 'dangerous' intersection, parent warns

Michael Ledebrink said his request for action from the school hasn't gotten anywhere; 'The situation at Huron Park is dire,' parent says
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Deadline extended to apply for Canada Summer Jobs funding

Deadline extended to apply for Canada Summer Jobs funding

Employers, organizations have until Feb. 28 to apply; Non-profits can receive funding up to 100% of the minimum wage
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Is it already time to turn the page on our new National Day?

Is it already time to turn the page on our new National Day?

Columnist Bill Molesworth, former CEO of Midland Public Library, says the goal should be attracting readers not on where the authors live
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Simcoe North municipalities join forces for a service review

Simcoe North municipalities join forces for a service review

'Now we're casting the net a little broader ... (are) there some synergies that we haven't really taken full advantage of,' said Midland's acting CAO
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