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COLUMN: No need to be 'handcuffed' by high gas prices

COLUMN: No need to be 'handcuffed' by high gas prices

Science columnist Peter Bursztyn says we should look to Europe, where the goal is walkable, people-friendly cities
'Sensational' David Bowie tribute coming to Orillia Opera House

'Sensational' David Bowie tribute coming to Orillia Opera House

The Bowie Lives event features a pre-show that includes the Bowie Bazaar of collectibles; fans invited to come in costume 'dressed as your favourite David'
County hosting open house on growth plan

County hosting open house on growth plan

Feedback will be sought regarding Official Plan amendment during virtual event June 21
Orillia resident celebrates $250K Instant Crossword win

Orillia resident celebrates $250K Instant Crossword win

Douglas Rex-Graham plans to pay bills, complete home improvements; Winning ticket purchased at Circle K on Atherley Road in Orillia
Community plans vigil for Collingwood homicide victim

Community plans vigil for Collingwood homicide victim

Vigil happening Tuesday night for 55-year-old Kinga ‘Kay’ Kriston; John Collins, of Orillia, charged with first-degree murder
Traffic complaint leads to impaired charges for Ramara man

Traffic complaint leads to impaired charges for Ramara man

Orillia OPP officers stopped the vehicle early Sunday morning
Mississauga woman charged with impaired driving

Mississauga woman charged with impaired driving

Police say driver was stopped in Orillia early Friday morning for a Highway Traffic Act violation
Oro-Medonte woman calling for action after dog attacks

Oro-Medonte woman calling for action after dog attacks

Dog has attacked numerous times in past year, resident says; 'We are the worst-off of the victims, but we have other neighbours that have complained'
'Special day': Upgrades at Coldwater Mill revealed to the public

'Special day': Upgrades at Coldwater Mill revealed to the public

New addition is home to local history, exhibits and artifacts, as well as artwork from various artists and artisans
Unsuccessful grant bid puts recreation centre solar plan on hold

Unsuccessful grant bid puts recreation centre solar plan on hold

Council gave green light to $260,000 rooftop panel project, but due to 'overwhelming' amount of requests for cash, the city's project did not make the funding cut