SunshineCityGal

Province approves demolition of HRC buildings, OKs new OPP Academy

OrilliaMatters

This makes me so very sad. Both my husband and I worked there for many years and we treated the residents with dignity. They were like our family. Neither of us witnessed any abuse in our 30 plus years there. We wouldn't have tolerated it. I can say, I am tired of everyone being tarred and feathered with the same brush! I loved my job and the residents there. No matter what happens on that property in the future, we will cherish our great times working at HRC !!

- SunshineCityGal

'People need homes, not handcuffs': New bill panned by local advocate

OrilliaMatters

Yes, these are human beings, yes they are addicted to illegal drugs, NO, the majority do not want to stop using! I've heard "they have to want help". My thought is, why wouldn't they? Why did they take drugs initially? Why are they allowed to accost people for money every place you go in Orillia? Why do I fear going to the parks? I pay my taxes and should be able to enjoy the parks we have but cannot. They are doing drugs everywhere. It is disgusting. I don't know what the answer is but maybe this Bill is a start to them getting clean. The "mental health issues" is a worn out, overused excuse to let them away with this behaviour.

- SunshineCityGal

New cannabis store set to plant itself at busy Coldwater Road plaza

OrilliaMatters

Oh just what Orillia needs! Like there aren't enough now! Funny how it states the community had until November 1st to put forward any objections, yet this is the first I've heard about it. Trust me I've been trying to find out! Hope they are not successful.

- SunshineCityGal

'People need homes, not handcuffs': New bill panned by local advocate

OrilliaMatters

Benefits? What about them finding employment and being productive?

- SunshineCityGal

'Chilling': Ford vows to hold JPs and judges 'accountable' for decisions

OrilliaMatters

Thank you Doug Ford! Finally, someone is listening! These repeat offenders should NOT be granted bail! Crime is at an all time high! The catch and release system should be left to fishing not criminals! Everyone says something needs to be done, yet when steps are taken they condemn Ford. Can't have it both ways!

- SunshineCityGal

McIsaac relinquishes hiring, firing authority, holds onto other strong mayor powers

OrilliaMatters

Our Mayor has done a great job getting us through this horrible spring! With regards to firing Lee, maybe he knows something we don't? Just a thought

- SunshineCityGal

Orillia LifeLabs employees 'striking for fair wages'

OrilliaMatters

Keep up the good work! Fight for your rights! Sounds like your employer is taking them away, don't let it happen!!!

- SunshineCityGal

Walk for Alzheimer's raises $4,000 at Spencer House in Orillia

OrilliaMatters

Congratulations to all!! What a great day it was! Extremely well organized, great music and the refreshments were fabulous!