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Salvation Army needs volunteers for Christmas Kettle campaign

Salvation Army needs volunteers for Christmas Kettle campaign

'The need is getting greater all the time, and with COVID it's worsened,' says Orillia Salvation Army official, who is putting out the call for local volunteers
Orillia Public Library presents week-long downtown Story Walk

Orillia Public Library presents week-long downtown Story Walk

Story Walks are an interactive way for children to learn new words, describe things and events, learn how to follow a story in sequence, and move their bodies
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Enjoy the little things.
Parking, boat launch, recreation fees, Swanmore Hall among hot topics during budget talks

Parking, boat launch, recreation fees, Swanmore Hall among hot topics during budget talks

Committee spent first of two days poring over $41.2M worth of proposed capital projects and will face some difficult decisions tomorrow
Orillia Silver Band returns with Brass and Voices Christmas Concert

Orillia Silver Band returns with Brass and Voices Christmas Concert

Tickets now on sale for much anticipated Orillia Silver Band concert will take place Dec. 12 at 2 p.m. at the Orillia Opera House
New COVID-19 cases surging at schools in Simcoe County

New COVID-19 cases surging at schools in Simcoe County

There are 25 new cases being reported at schools across Simcoe County today including new cases locally at Monsignor Lee and Lions Oval
Library services to stay at status quo in Simcoe County

Library services to stay at status quo in Simcoe County

Task force will continue to investigate efficiencies within the current library model, with a further report to come back to county council in the new year
Contraband intended for Beaver Creek intercepted by OPP

Contraband intended for Beaver Creek intercepted by OPP

Police seized many items that are prohibited inside the correctional facility and arrested two individuals
City seeks input on future of downtown, waterfront parking

City seeks input on future of downtown, waterfront parking

Attendees at Nov. 30 event will have the opportunity to view a presentation regarding the current study and ask questions via live chat
Local youth will need proof of COVID vaccine for sports facilities starting Dec. 8

Local youth will need proof of COVID vaccine for sports facilities starting Dec. 8

By Feb. 16, 2022, children aged 12 to 17 must show they've been double vaccinated before they can use recreation or fitness facilities