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Name change to Orillia and Lake Country Tourism is 'a big deal'

'Lake Country, as a brand, is strong. It’s a place you want to go. Adding Orillia gives it a geographic anchor,' official says; Name change to coincide with new MAT

Dec 8, 2019 1:45 PM Read more >

Councillors green-light $450,000 for seven new entrance signs

Two large gateway signs on Highway 11 will have a digital component; Two of five secondary signs will also be digital

Dec 8, 2019 12:15 PM Read more >

Red-bellied woodpeckers are bucking nature's trends

In a world sad with the demise of so many wildlife species, red-bellied woodpeckers are finding a way to flourish, reports outdoors columnist

Dec 8, 2019 11:00 AM Read more >

Innovative program, coach help local seniors stay ‘Fit for Life’

Bonnie Campbell started Project Strong to engage older adults; 'They tell me I am making a difference in their lives'

Dec 8, 2019 9:30 AM Read more >

Santa brings night-time magic to downtown Coldwater <b>(14 photos)</b>

Santa brings night-time magic to downtown Coldwater (14 photos)

Annual Santa Claus parade draws hundreds to village; It 'is really nice, and it has such a great community feel,' says parade-goer

Dec 8, 2019 7:30 AM Read more >

Good morning, Orillia

Expect gusts up to 60 km/h today

Dec 8, 2019 6:00 AM Read more >

Hockey legend skates into area for book signing <b>(4 photos)</b>

Hockey legend skates into area for book signing (4 photos)

Ken Dryden was on-hand to sign copies of his new book Scotty: A Hockey Life Like No Other; It's the seventh book for the former Montreal great

Dec 7, 2019 8:30 PM Read more >

Robotics-loving students rave about fun-filled Orillia event <b>(6 photos)</b>

Robotics-loving students rave about fun-filled Orillia event (6 photos)

Orillia event attracted more than 250 participants from 63 teams from across Ontario; 'It’s an awesome day, just amazing,' organizer says

Dec 7, 2019 6:30 PM Read more >

Orillia Vocal Ensemble concert will aid Humanities 101

Joyous Christmas concert will be held Sunday at St. Paul's Centre

Dec 7, 2019 5:30 PM Read more >

Sleigh rides take local Christmas shoppers back in time <b>(5 photos)</b>

Sleigh rides take local Christmas shoppers back in time (5 photos)

'There have been a lot of cool things to do' already, says local mom; Downtown was busy as Christmas draws near

Dec 7, 2019 4:15 PM Read more >