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Reader poll: Trudeau's unpopularity has risen steadily

Reader poll: Trudeau's unpopularity has risen steadily

About 7 per cent of Village Media readers have shifted from a favourable to an unfavourable view of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau since the spring of 2021, a long-standing reader poll suggests
'Shocking': Bracebridge woman wins big in Lottario draw

'Shocking': Bracebridge woman wins big in Lottario draw

Joyce Burns, who didn't believe she won the jackpot, plans to pay bills, invest after winning more than $654K in Lottario draw
Day parole extended for man who killed ex-wife in front of kids

Day parole extended for man who killed ex-wife in front of kids

Area mother Valerie Lucas, 23, shot to death at an Oshawa hotel in 1999 while providing Robert Bateman with access to their children
Take the bait: Free fishing across province for Mother's Day

Take the bait: Free fishing across province for Mother's Day

'This is a fantastic way for families to get out and enjoy one of Ontario’s greatest natural resources – our beautiful lakes, rivers and streams,' said minister
Community Builders Awards: Annette Hird is this year’s Unsung Hero

Community Builders Awards: Annette Hird is this year’s Unsung Hero

Hird has dedicated countless hours to supporting youth and veterans in our community
Here are five tips to keep your beloved pets safe in an emergency

Here are five tips to keep your beloved pets safe in an emergency

'By having a plan in place and the necessary emergency supplies ... you will be in a better position to help the ones you love, including your pets,' said Orillia shelter official
Underdog Montessori School comes out on top in Battle of the Books

Underdog Montessori School comes out on top in Battle of the Books

'We did it last year, and we were very far from winning ... We were not expecting it,' said teacher Michele Murray, who organized the competition for her students
Orillia OPP nab Highway 400 driver for stunt driving, impaired

Orillia OPP nab Highway 400 driver for stunt driving, impaired

The 46-year-old driver, who was doing 183 km/hr in a 100/km/hr zone, also had open liquor in the vehicle, police say
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
One person dies in Wasaga Beach structure fire

One person dies in Wasaga Beach structure fire

Post-mortem examination will determine cause of death, police say