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City council endorses federal sanctions on Russia and Belarus

City council endorses federal sanctions on Russia and Belarus

Coun. Mason Ainsworth cast lone vote against the idea, saying it was akin to 'meddling in international affairs'
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Two suspects in custody after shooting in Barrie: Police

Two suspects in custody after shooting in Barrie: Police

'It doesn't deter me from walking around or make me scared to live here,' says neighbourhood resident
Man taken to hospital after shooting in Barrie (update)

Man taken to hospital after shooting in Barrie (update)

'There is a person who has sustained an injury as a result of the shooting and that is all I can tell you at this time,' says Barrie police official
Orillia U15 Lightning zap foes in strong start to soccer season

Orillia U15 Lightning zap foes in strong start to soccer season

The local U15 squad is playing against older, more experienced opponents, but finding a way to be competitive
Barbecuing is back on the menu in city parks this summer

Barbecuing is back on the menu in city parks this summer

Cooking devices were banned in city parks last summer as part of COVID-19 restrictions meant to limit public gatherings
Local lacrosse players net success at weekend fundraiser

Local lacrosse players net success at weekend fundraiser

The OMLA would like to thank the public for the positive energy and generous donations, noting $6,000 was raised
Mayor keeps heat on Dunlop, Jones over superjail policing costs

Mayor keeps heat on Dunlop, Jones over superjail policing costs

Penetanguishene mayor upset over 'blatant disregard to our continued requests to have a discussion;' Dunlop says she is advocating on town's behalf
COLUMN: The Queen, 70 years on: steadfast, loyal and true

COLUMN: The Queen, 70 years on: steadfast, loyal and true

Queen's Platinum Jubilee is an appropriate time to celebrate 'one woman’s complete devotion to duty and country,' says columnist
YMCA urges residents to get active with ParticipACTION challenge

YMCA urges residents to get active with ParticipACTION challenge

YMCA is 'excited to provide residents free access to our health, fitness, and aquatics facilities every Saturday in June,' says YMCA official