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Ice fishing trip cost southern Ontario anglers over $4 K in fines
49+ min ago (315+ words) Four men from North York had been fined over $4, 000 after pleading guilty to multiple offenses, including having fish over the allowed size and fishing without a license." The incident happened on March 2, 2024, on Lady Evelyn Lake west of Temiskaming Shores....
Province antes up cash for Orillia Lakeside Live Concert Series
1+ hour, 33+ min ago (191+ words) The City of Orillia will receive $4, 750 for the Lakeside Live Concert Series through the Ontario Arts Council, an agency of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming. The announcement was made by Jill Dunlop, MPP for Simcoe North. "Our government…...
Mountain Movers needs to get in line for city funds, says CAO
1+ day, 2+ min ago (853+ words) It takes time to move mountains. Advocates for the'Mountain Movers charity made a deputation to city'council on Monday looking for'$44, 000 to support Teen Challenge's Womens'Centre in King City. While Mayor Don Mc Isaac and Coun. Ralph Cipolla advocated to give…...
LETTER: Orillia needs action, not another strategic plan
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (630+ words) Orillia Matters. com LETTER: Orillia needs action, not another strategic plan Orillia Matters welcomes letters to the editor at email protected or via the website. Please include your full name, daytime phone number and address (for verification of authorship, not…...
MP's bill would let judges order traffickers to pay non-profits
1+ day, 18+ hour ago (914+ words) Non-profits organizations bear some of the costs of responding to the opioid crisis and human trafficking in their communities, but at the moment, the Canadian justice system lacks a mechanism for these groups to recover these expenses. Sudbury MP Viviane…...
Community grants aim to help local seniors stay active, connected
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (275+ words) The Township of Severn's project, Seniors Connections, is an initiative designed to enhance community engagement, wellness, and social inclusion among older adults in the Township of Severn. Participants will enjoy low-barrier programs such as activities, and gentle movement. Drop-in educational…...
Mariposa Arts Theatre puts a bow on a 'wonderful' season
4+ day, 2+ hour ago (257+ words) This past season's shows each explored the cause and effects of betrayal, beginning with the iconic rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar, directed by Ryan La Plante with Musical Director Christina Bosco and choreography by Sheri Nicholls and Ashley Legedza. MAT…...
7'1" OHL defender makes history as tallest ever NHL draft pick
4+ day, 19+ hour ago (527+ words) Alexander Karmanov may have'become the most talked-about seventh-round NHL draft pick ever." Not only did the North Bay Battalion defenceman'become'the first player from Moldova to be drafted, but he is also the tallest player ever to be drafted by a…...
GUEST COLUMN: Grading attendance will be wake-up call for students
5+ day, 3+ hour ago (791+ words) Beginning in September 2026, attendance and classroom participation will form part of Ontario students' final grades. The intention is understandable. Students who attend school regularly are more likely to participate in learning, build relationships and achieve academic success. Attendance matters. But…...
Founder of unique school inspired after teaching his kids in a cave
5+ day, 5+ hour ago (1384+ words) COVID lockdowns led to the start of a revolutionary education concept. Jeff Barrett, 46, the founder of the ground-breaking WILDE School, is the man behind the concept. Q: Where did you grow up? A: I grew up in Toronto, although I did everything…...