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$3,500 land purchase in 1907 spawned Orillia's first hospital

$3,500 land purchase in 1907 spawned Orillia's first hospital

The property was high and dry and had good drainage ... and remains the home of what is now known as Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital
Police investigation brings charges against Wasaga driver after fatal crash

Police investigation brings charges against Wasaga driver after fatal crash

The two-vehicle crash occurred April 9 on Mosley Street in Wasaga Beach
Wiener dogs, worrying and writing an award-winning combination for local author

Wiener dogs, worrying and writing an award-winning combination for local author

Orillia native said she 'struggled with anxiety for some time' and her experience led to book to 'shine a light on how those with anxiety navigate life'
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Balm Beach construction project causing consternation in Tiny

Balm Beach construction project causing consternation in Tiny

The project involves construction of a structure in front of a boathouse that extends to the water’s edge near Balm Beach
Orillia's Kings open season with defeat in hard-fought battle

Orillia's Kings open season with defeat in hard-fought battle

Despite fast start, Brampton rallied past Kings; 'The team (was) excited to get back on the floor in front of a great crowd,' said Orillia's general manager
'Game changer': Barrie hospital adding PET-CT scanner to its medical arsenal

'Game changer': Barrie hospital adding PET-CT scanner to its medical arsenal

New technology will be able to accommodate 30 to 40 patients daily; 'We really have this region well taken care of,' says RVH president
MZO request on hold, planned business park in limbo (4 photos)

MZO request on hold, planned business park in limbo (4 photos)

'Turning a piece of agricultural land into an industrial area would have an effect ... Those living nearby should be given a chance to become involved in the process,' says Ward
Simcoe County celebrates Earth Day with activities Saturday

Simcoe County celebrates Earth Day with activities Saturday

County has proclaimed Earth Day to help inspire a greater appreciation of the natural world through conservation and protection
Georgian to match Simcoe County bursaries for post-secondary students

Georgian to match Simcoe County bursaries for post-secondary students

'This matching bursary opportunity will give those selected by the county 3,000 more reasons to come to Georgian,' says college official