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Good morning, Orillia! Here's today's weather!

Good morning, Orillia! Here's today's weather!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
CLOSER LOOK: How bad is Ontario’s doctor shortage? There’s a map for that

CLOSER LOOK: How bad is Ontario’s doctor shortage? There’s a map for that

In this new feature, Village Media journalists break down the details of an important story making headlines around the province. On tonight's episode: 'We have a crisis everywhere'
'Hissing' homeless man prompts clients to stop using Midland bank

'Hissing' homeless man prompts clients to stop using Midland bank

'Instead of trying to fix the problem, they’re shutting down banks,' TD customer says after branch begins locking vestible containing ATM outside regular business hours
Sexual assault trial related to alleged rape at house party adjourned to January

Sexual assault trial related to alleged rape at house party adjourned to January

Legal arguments have delayed the trial until Jan. 13
Poilievre says Trudeau Liberals little more than a 'clown show'

Poilievre says Trudeau Liberals little more than a 'clown show'

Conservative Leader also responded to incoming U.S. president Donald Trump's suggestion Canada could become America's 51st state.
Proposed new provincial encampment laws have Barrie mayor's support

Proposed new provincial encampment laws have Barrie mayor's support

'These new laws give us the tools we need to get tough on those who break the law and will help us to keep our community safe,' mayor said
Georgina teacher accused of sexually assaulting student

Georgina teacher accused of sexually assaulting student

Police believe there could be other victims
New Orillia doctor opens walk-in clinic days after arriving in Canada

New Orillia doctor opens walk-in clinic days after arriving in Canada

‘Anybody in the community who has a family doctor, who doesn't have a family doctor, we're open to see them, to serve them, to see how we can help,’ said doctor
County activates shelter strategy ahead of expected cold weather

County activates shelter strategy ahead of expected cold weather

Move will see increased warming and shelter spaces, enhanced motel voucher program
Trustee alleges ‘collusion’ at Simcoe County District School Board

Trustee alleges ‘collusion’ at Simcoe County District School Board

Former chair says trustee's claims are 'unsubstantiated'