Coronavirus (COVID-19) Local News

'Omicron is really different than what we've faced before, it's so much more contagious'

Adults in Ontario looking to book a COVID-19 vaccine booster may have to wait more than a week for an appointment as many health regions say bookings were snapped up this morning

The dismissed students will begin virtual learning today and remain in a virtual format until the winter break begins

There will be no food or beverage permitted in the arenas

There are presently 48 active cases in the district, 27 in Nipissing and 21 in Parry Sound District

'With more eligible individuals being urged to receive their third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at a shortened interval of 84 days, the availability for walk-ins has been limited'

'We want to make sure we are prepared to facilitate a smooth transition to remote learning if directed to do so'

Locally, the Health Unit reports individuals are testing positive in connection with Omicron outbreaks in other parts of the province

Patients may still enter the hospital regardless of vaccination status

'The health unit is preparing to implement further restrictions on the number of people who can gather as another strategy to reduce the spread of the virus, given that two-dose vaccination status can not be relied upon for protection against the Omicron variant'