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'Correspondent for the world's women' to address book club

'Correspondent for the world's women' to address book club

Sally Armstrong, an award-winning author, will read from her book, chat with virtual hosts and answer questions from those attending free forum
Suspended doc's lawyer says client was targeted due to COVID-related medical exemptions

Suspended doc's lawyer says client was targeted due to COVID-related medical exemptions

'What I am concerned about in particular is that the college — not just in this case but also in others — is using the standard of practice to curtail speech,' says lawyer
Health unit 'taking stock,' planning return to pre-COVID programs

Health unit 'taking stock,' planning return to pre-COVID programs

'We are, as a health unit, transitioning back into getting staff into regular programming, and getting regular programming up and running again,' says Gardner
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Orillia's Colby Barlow scores new rookie record with Owen Sound

Orillia's Colby Barlow scores new rookie record with Owen Sound

'I’m from Orillia, I have a lot of family and friends there, so it’s a massive honour and I’m very happy to have my hometown supporting me,' says talented teen
COLUMN: Easter gives rise to return of special events in Orillia, area

COLUMN: Easter gives rise to return of special events in Orillia, area

After two years of cancellations, Chappell Farms and Hewitts will be hosting Easter-themed events and welcoming kids of all ages this spring
Live in Severn Township? Shut down that boom box by 9 p.m.

Live in Severn Township? Shut down that boom box by 9 p.m.

Following complaints related to short-term rental properties, council enacted a new noise bylaw that applies to all lands and persons in the township
SIU closes investigation into crash involving pickup, police SUV

SIU closes investigation into crash involving pickup, police SUV

Special Investigations Unit concludes officer not at fault in November collision in Essa Township; other driver failed to stop at intersection
Speeding-related deaths hit 10-year high in 2021: OPP

Speeding-related deaths hit 10-year high in 2021: OPP

Data also show 46 per cent decrease in alcohol/drug-related deaths on OPP-patrolled roads
Farm Boy chain continues to grow with new store opening in Barrie

Farm Boy chain continues to grow with new store opening in Barrie

Located at 436 Bryne Dr., the new 30,046-square-foot location will employ 119 people, says company official