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Village Media joins Google, McClatchy as part of U.S. local news experiment

Village Media joins Google, McClatchy as part of U.S. local news experiment

Our super-fast platform is going to help bring a sustainable local news model to Youngstown, Ohio
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Grandmothers to Grandmothers hosting Yards and Yarns event

Grandmothers to Grandmothers hosting Yards and Yarns event

For $15 donation, shoppers will receive hand-sewn tote bag to fill with quilting, sewing, knitting, crocheting and rug-hooking supplies
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After 7-year ordeal, local family welcomes daughter from India

After 7-year ordeal, local family welcomes daughter from India

'This was the toughest thing I’ve ever done. But, I don’t think there’s ever been anything that I’ve wanted more,' says adoptive parent
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Local couple celebrate milestone birthdays, together, at Sundial

Local couple celebrate milestone birthdays, together, at Sundial

Today is the 100th birthday for John Jones; His wife, Ena, celebrated her 90th birthday in mid-July
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Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

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Golf for Kids' Sake tourney to be held this week at Hawk Ridge

Golf for Kids' Sake tourney to be held this week at Hawk Ridge

Annual golf tournament is one four signature fund-raising events for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orillia and District; Golfers 'will have a great time'
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Three boaters charged with having open liquor on board

Three boaters charged with having open liquor on board

'If you choose to cruise with open booze, remember you will lose,' say OPP marine officers
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It's almost time to Run for the Cure to support breast cancer research

It's almost time to Run for the Cure to support breast cancer research

Plans underway for Run for the Cure Barrie/Orillia in October; 'It can be a very emotional day,' says organizer
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Turtlefest will be celebrated at Scales Nature Park this weekend

Turtlefest will be celebrated at Scales Nature Park this weekend

Event is a celebration of turtle conservation efforts and doubles as launch of Turtle Guardians program
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Health unit warns city to prepare for increased funding request

Health unit warns city to prepare for increased funding request

Provincial downloading could raise city's annual share from $396,000 to $528,000; 'The board acknowledges this is a substantial increase in its levy'
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