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Innovative laser company picks Orillia for the right reasons
Posted on Wednesday, January 14, 2015 07:30 AM
Jean Marc Poirier looked far and wide when he contemplated where to plant new roots for his well-established innovative business, Northern Optotronics Inc. (NOI).
After almost two decades in Cambridge building his laser-based business into a successful enterprise with a national reach, the entrepreneur bought out his partners and was looking for a fresh start.
He found what he was looking for in Orillia – a city with a positive vibe, where growth has occurred and potential abounds.
“I was looking...
Warming stations open Tuesday, January 13, at City facilities
Posted on Tuesday, January 13, 2015 05:15 AM
For immediate release (January 13, 2015) – In response to an Extreme Cold Warning issued for the Orillia area, the City of Orillia has opened warming stations today for community members in need.
This includes the following facilities;
- Orillia Public Library, 36 Mississaga Street West – 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- Rotary Place, 100 University Avenue – 6:30 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. (midnight).
- Orillia City Centre, 50 Andrew Street South – 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Barnfield Point Arena, 500 Atherley Road – 9:00 a.m...
Orillia Police Services Board announces new Detachment Commander
Posted on Monday, January 12, 2015 06:45 AM
For immediate release (January 12, 2015) – The Orillia Police Services Board is pleased to announce that Inspector Pat Morris has been appointed the new Orillia OPP Detachment Commander.
“Inspector Morris, in his new role, is a welcome addition to the community. He brings many years of extensive policing experience and leadership to this position,” said Mayor Steve Clarke.
Inspector Morris began his career with the Ontario Provincial Police in 1996, and was posted to the Orillia OPP Detachment in...
Warming stations now open at City facilities
Posted on Wednesday, January 07, 2015 11:00 AM
For immediate release (January 7, 2015) – In response to an Extreme Cold Warning issued for the Orillia area, the City of Orillia has opened warming stations today for community members in need.
This includes the following facilities;
- Orillia Public Library, 36 Mississaga Street West – Open until 8:00 p.m.
- Rotary Place, 100 University Avenue – Open until 12:00 a.m. (midnight)
- Orillia City Centre, 50 Andrew Street South – Open until 4:30 p.m.
For more information visit www.orillia.ca.
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Jeff Kirk
Laclie Transit Route temporary suspension January 11
Posted on Tuesday, January 06, 2015 07:00 AM
For immediate release (January 6, 2015) – The City of Orillia will temporarily suspend a portion of the Laclie Transit Route on Sunday, January 11 from 9:45 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. to accommodate the CANI Run Snowflake Series race.
During the suspension, transit stops located on Jarvis Street, Bay Street, Maple Drive, Francis Road, and Hughes Road will be out of service.
Regular service to the Laclie Transit Route will resume on Sunday, January 11 from 11:15 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
For more information on...
