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Orillia man battling 'devastating' injuries after Highway 12 crash

Orillia man battling 'devastating' injuries after Highway 12 crash

'It's really hard to see him in that state,' says sister of Rielly Swailes, who is in a medically induced coma; a fundraiser has been created to help with medical bills
One of the world’s best-unsolved crime stories started in the North

One of the world’s best-unsolved crime stories started in the North

Sir Harry Oakes was murdered in 1943 and his story is still talked about today
Owners of an Oakville heritage home part ways with the property after 22 years

Owners of an Oakville heritage home part ways with the property after 22 years

After more than two decades in an Oakville heritage home, the owners are ready to part ways with their piece of history.
OPP reviewing officer's conduct at Alliston anti-Trudeau rally

OPP reviewing officer's conduct at Alliston anti-Trudeau rally

'The video has raised concerns about professionalism and depicts opinions that are not in line with the OPP’s values,' police agency says
'Conflicting emotions' as locals help ready Keewatin in new home

'Conflicting emotions' as locals help ready Keewatin in new home

Known as the UNpacking Crew, residents head to Kingston to unpack Edwardian-era ship that left Port McNicoll a year ago this week
INSIDE THE VILLAGE: In detention with teacher-turned-comedian Gerry Dee

INSIDE THE VILLAGE: In detention with teacher-turned-comedian Gerry Dee

This week on the podcast: A chat with the country's funniest teacher, who is best known to audiences for his signature role on the hit sitcom 'Mr. D' and his hosting duties on Family Feud Canada
Ontario to permanently raise speed limit to 110 km/h on 10 more sections of highways

Ontario to permanently raise speed limit to 110 km/h on 10 more sections of highways

HAMILTON — Ontario is permanently raising the speed limit on 10 sections of highways across the province.
Members of NHL community and beyond pay tribute to legendary broadcaster Bob Cole

Members of NHL community and beyond pay tribute to legendary broadcaster Bob Cole

Members of the NHL community and beyond paid tribute Bob Cole on Thursday after the legendary broadcaster died at age 90. He died Wednesday night in St. John's, N.L., surrounded by his family, his daughter, Megan Cole, told the CBC.
Ontario legislator defies order to remove keffiyeh at Queen's Park

Ontario legislator defies order to remove keffiyeh at Queen's Park

TORONTO — An Ontario legislator refused to take off her keffiyeh at Queen's Park on Thursday, prompting an order for her removal from the legislative chamber and her subsequent refusal to budge.
Here's why you're feeling so much pain at the pumps

Here's why you're feeling so much pain at the pumps

Dan McTeague, president of Canadians for Affordable Energy, explains the price increase and the difference between winter and summer gasoline