Tyler Evans

Tyler Evans got his start in the news business when he was just 15-years-old as a co-op student with The Packet & Times. After completing his studies at Durham College in 2017, he returned to his hometown to serve the community as a video producer and reporter with OrilliaMatters

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Recent Work by Tyler

Orillia woman in 'shock' after internet sale turns into robbery

Woman had cellphone snatched out of her hands in rec centre parking lot by male after posting phone for sale on Facebook Marketplace

Mar 22, 2023 7:00 PM Read more >

Soldiers' Memorial, Lakehead see 'value' in formal partnership

'This is an opportunity for us to really go the next step in making a difference in the economic, social, health, and well-being of the community,' says Lakehead official

Mar 21, 2023 6:30 PM Read more >

'Fabulous' new Shivers & Sizzles festival on tap in Orillia

Inaugural event in April will feature 'incredible music lineup', ice-carving presentation and interactive drumming performance geared toward children

Mar 18, 2023 6:00 PM Read more >

Stacked Pancake & Breakfast House opens in Orillia

'Orillia people are awesome, and we are excited to be able to provide high-quality breakfast food for them. I’m getting goosebumps just talking about it,' says owner

Mar 18, 2023 4:00 PM Read more >

Are you an active senior? Why not try out for Summer Games?

'There is a camaraderie between participants. It’s a good opportunity to build friendships and travel to another community,' says local organizer

Mar 15, 2023 5:30 PM Read more >

Active area woman 'never worries,' celebrates 102nd birthday

'I just get up every morning, do what I need to do, and cope with whatever goes on during the day. It’s the only way to live as far as I’m concerned,' says Lyla Martin

Mar 14, 2023 6:45 PM Read more >

Orillia hospital looks to partner with academic facility for new home

'Having those affiliations to academic centres means we can grow our own more effectively,' Soldiers' Memorial CEO says during 'fireside chat'

Mar 5, 2023 5:30 PM Read more >

'I love it': Retiree revels in challenges of cross-country skiing

'It shows that when you keep active, age is just a number,' says 61-year-old retired local teacher who passes his passion on to others by teaching at Hardwood

Mar 5, 2023 4:00 PM Read more >

Mental health conference to teach 'coping mechanisms' for anxiety

'If we are all lucky enough to live to 100 years old, we are going to experience major amounts of grief. We are never taught how to cope with it,' says organizer

Mar 4, 2023 7:00 PM Read more >

Canada's top skiers hope to master 'world-class' Hardwood trails

'A lot of racers are staying this weekend in Barrie and Orillia. They are eating at our local restaurants; it’s a great thing for the area,' says race director

Mar 3, 2023 7:00 PM Read more >