Tyler Evans

1 week ago | baytoday.ca | Tyler Evans

Several weeks after a fire tore through their John Street home, longtime Orillia residents James, Gary and Tom Fraser are still grappling with the loss — but they aren’t giving up hope. The three brothers, known for their quiet generosity and community spirit, lost everything in the March 19 blaze, including essential medications, cherished family belongings and the nearly paid-off home they had lived in for over 20 years.

1 week ago | orilliamatters.com | Tyler Evans

A former staff member at Fionn MacCool’s is stunned and financially strained after learning the downtown Orillia restaurant will not reopen. The restaurant, which closed its doors abruptly on Oct. 13, had left a sign suggesting the closure was seasonal and temporary. That message, according to former chef Lyndsay Jardine, shaped the expectations — and financial plans — of dozens of employees who anticipated returning to work ahead of the summer season.

1 week ago | orilliamatters.com | Tyler Evans

Looking for something to do in Orillia this weekend? Visit OrilliaMatters' event listing page here. Whether you’re into live music, family fun, or seasonal celebrations, there’s plenty happening around town. Here are five events you won’t want to miss: Families can enjoy an egg-citing adventure by collecting colored eggs throughout downtown and trading them in for treats. The event takes place on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Orillia Public Library Courtyard.

1 week ago | newnoisemagazine.com | Tyler Evans

I’ve been thinking a lot this week about the concept of childhood bands. When I say childhood bands, I don’t mean a group like the Wiggles. I’m talking about bands that meant everything to us as children but dwindled from our favor as we grew up. It’s interesting to go back and check in with them when you’re an adult. For instance, I was around 9 when Stunt by the Barenaked Ladies hit big in 1998.

1 week ago | midlandtoday.ca | Tyler Evans

Several weeks after a fire tore through their John Street home, longtime Orillia residents James, Gary and Tom Fraser are still grappling with the loss — but they aren’t giving up hope. The three brothers, known for their quiet generosity and community spirit, lost everything in the March 19 blaze, including essential medications, cherished family belongings and the nearly paid-off home they had lived in for over 20 years.