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Penetanguishene sweeping main streets this week

Penetanguishene sweeping main streets this week

During this time, staff is requesting that residents/businesses please remove all objects and vehicles off the road to prevent any damage
'Health-related issues' force Lightfoot to cancel 2023 concerts

'Health-related issues' force Lightfoot to cancel 2023 concerts

'We thank you for respecting his privacy as he continues to focus on his recovery,' says brief statement issued on his Facebook Page
World-champion woodcarver joining Tiny Marsh event Saturday

World-champion woodcarver joining Tiny Marsh event Saturday

Waterfowl viewing day will also feature children's activities and guided nature hikes
Batter up: Tiny minor ball park rental fees waived for year

Batter up: Tiny minor ball park rental fees waived for year

‘COVID certainly gave us a big hit, and I don’t think we should start with the kids,’ said members of Tiny committee of the whole, granting 3 local minor associations exclusivity to snack shack sales
Good morning, Midland!

Good morning, Midland!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
VIDEO: Blue Jays fans everywhere believe this is the year

VIDEO: Blue Jays fans everywhere believe this is the year

World Series or bust: As Jays prepare for home opener tonight, expectations are sky high
Cardwell's hat trick powers Colts into second round

Cardwell's hat trick powers Colts into second round

Barrie winger Ethan Cardwell scored with 9.9 seconds left in Game 6 against Hamilton Bulldogs to seal the series; Colts will now face North Bay Battalion in second round
Area resident nominated for coveted Canadian Screen Award

Area resident nominated for coveted Canadian Screen Award

'When I received word of the nomination, I was elated, to say the least,' said Richard Racicot up for achievement in art direction/production design award
Acclaimed pianist, singer to perform at Roots North Music Festival

Acclaimed pianist, singer to perform at Roots North Music Festival

Pianist, singer, and songwriter Michael Kaeshammer will perform as a 2023 mainstage artist at St. Paul’s Centre in downtown Orillia. 
Teen launches Dress to Impress to collect formal wear for needy

Teen launches Dress to Impress to collect formal wear for needy

​​​​​​​GBDSS student collecting formal wear for teens who can't afford it. She's also involved with Period Poverty project and makes crafts to raise funds for local OSPCA branch er makes her community better through grassroots campaigns like Dress to Impress that is collecting formal wear for local teens that might face financial barriers to accessing asuit and tie or dress for graduation or prom