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TD launches scholarship program for Indigenous peoples

TD launches scholarship program for Indigenous peoples

Scholarship aims to increase Indigenous enrolment in post-secondary education
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Gala raises $50K for local YMCA youth services

Gala raises $50K for local YMCA youth services

Spotlight Gala's success allows organization to make 'life-changing experiences possible' for youth
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Health unit downgrades community COVID risk as cases decrease

Health unit downgrades community COVID risk as cases decrease

At least ten people from Simcoe County and Muskoka Region died last week after contracting COVID-19 and 47 COVID patients remain hospitalized
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'One of the world leaders': Province cashes in on sports betting

'One of the world leaders': Province cashes in on sports betting

'It was happening anyways; there were just no safeguards for people. The responsible gaming component is just a really important piece,' said Attorney General Doug Downey
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Local artist, author combine for 'whimsical' children's book

Local artist, author combine for 'whimsical' children's book

Colin McKim pens new children's book featuring Steph Dunn's watercolours in a poetic story where 'innocence clashes with experience'
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Climate crisis reshapes local pottery business (7 photos)

Climate crisis reshapes local pottery business (7 photos)

'Art reflects the time the artist is living in. The trends, fashion, technology — it’s all reflected in the art and makes what we do authentic,' said local potter Heather Kerslake
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ADOPT ME: Samuel would love to be by your side

ADOPT ME: Samuel would love to be by your side

This chatty tabby will be your shadow
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A Christmas Carol reading to benefit Dress for Success, shelter

A Christmas Carol reading to benefit Dress for Success, shelter

Dec. 16 fundraiser at St. Paul's Centre will support Dress for Success Orillia and Barrie, Green Haven Shelter for Women
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Home Hardware looks to help nail down support for OSMH

Home Hardware looks to help nail down support for OSMH

For Giving Tuesday, local company will match at least $25K in donations, with money going toward purchase of Holter monitors and sleeper chairs
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Bracebridge OPP officer facing pair of criminal charges: SIU

Bracebridge OPP officer facing pair of criminal charges: SIU

Officer charged with assault causing bodily harm and assault with a weapon after incident at CPR railway yard in July, officials say
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