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Unique, Lightfoot-themed 3D van takes top prize at Streets Alive

Unique, Lightfoot-themed 3D van takes top prize at Streets Alive

'The feedback from the community was nothing but amazing,' said organizer of popular downtown event after handing out cash awards to top three artists
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Driver who fled crash scene on Hwy. 400 in Barrie arrested in Orillia: OPP

Driver who fled crash scene on Hwy. 400 in Barrie arrested in Orillia: OPP

Gravenhurst man faces numerous charges following incident Friday afternoon after police located 'highly damaged vehicle'
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Country music fans 'let loose and have fun' at Burl's Creek (14 photos)

Country music fans 'let loose and have fun' at Burl's Creek (14 photos)

'Honestly, these Endless Summer events are some of the best times I’ve ever had,' says country music fan, who praised the COVID protocols in place
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Victim suffering 'serious injuries' found outside residence on Albert Street South: OPP

Victim suffering 'serious injuries' found outside residence on Albert Street South: OPP

Police say the victim was assaulted with an edged weapon; the investigation is ongoing
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Local hikers breeze back onto area trails (3 photos)

Local hikers breeze back onto area trails (3 photos)

Members of the Ganaraska Hiking Club enjoyed a 9.5-kilometre hike to the Simcoe County Forest in Oro-Medonte Township
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Ontario reports 944 new COVID cases Saturday

Ontario reports 944 new COVID cases Saturday

Today's update also includes 728 recoveries and nine deaths, five of which occurred more than two months ago
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Little Harry Candy Palace was a sweet spot in downtown Orillia

Little Harry Candy Palace was a sweet spot in downtown Orillia

Archie Carter purchased the Candy Palace, developed his own ice cream recipe, expanded and, eventually, operated one of the best restaurants north of Toronto
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Local teen hits right notes with song about racial justice

Local teen hits right notes with song about racial justice

Talented teen said 'the idea came to (her) that (she) needed to make (her) song about Black Lives Matter to spread the important message'
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Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Make today amazing
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Simcoe North candidates share views on carbon tax, seniors' care

Simcoe North candidates share views on carbon tax, seniors' care

Orillia forum also raised questions about provincial vs. federal jurisdiction
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