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Orillia teen dances his way into National Ballet of Canada

Orillia teen dances his way into National Ballet of Canada

'Having this opportunity is truly amazing,' says Kolton Ruyter, 13, who adds: 'It means a lot because I’ve spent countless hours practising'
LETTER: Governments, companies must address 'price gouging'

LETTER: Governments, companies must address 'price gouging'

'Email your provincial government representative about price-gouging practices,' reader urges
CFUW Homes Tour is back, vows to BrazzleDazzle (6 photos)

CFUW Homes Tour is back, vows to BrazzleDazzle (6 photos)

Popular event returns live and in-person and features exclusive tours of five local homes and a performance by BrazzleDazzle
Area family logs thousands of kilometres for Parkinson's

Area family logs thousands of kilometres for Parkinson's

'It’s a shock that you’re faced with a chronic disease, especially at that age,' says Kathy Rupnow, whose son was diagnosed with Parkinson's at age 38
Lakehead to present honorary degrees, Civitas Award at convocation

Lakehead to present honorary degrees, Civitas Award at convocation

Lyn McLeod, Chief Perry Bellegarde, Karl Subban among those being recognized by university at Thursday event
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
SIU called in to investigate Orillia OPP incident on Grace Ave.

SIU called in to investigate Orillia OPP incident on Grace Ave.

Orillia OPP officers responded to a call about a suspicious vehicle and while 'apprehending occupants of the vehicle, a woman sustained a serious injury'
COLUMN: Feeding 70 cadets in 60 minutes no easy task

COLUMN: Feeding 70 cadets in 60 minutes no easy task

From a chef’s perspective, an 'MRE' does the job. It’s a hot meal with everything you need (and) ... is a great way to feed a bunch of hungry cadets, says food columnist
Santa's Village owners purchase historic Severn Lodge

Santa's Village owners purchase historic Severn Lodge

New owners say they are excited to be 'maintaining and preserving this unique and cherished resort'
Public feedback sought for Ramara road name review

Public feedback sought for Ramara road name review

Township hosting open house June 8 to gather opinions on 'redundant' road names