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Orillia 4 Democracy to host all-candidates forum Thursday

Orillia 4 Democracy to host all-candidates forum Thursday

'The critical element is that the voters have a chance to see their candidates since door-to-door and meetings are restricted,' said organizer of event
Orillia forum to explore life and legacy of Dr. Norman Bethune

Orillia forum to explore life and legacy of Dr. Norman Bethune

Dr. Chris Decker will present his talk, Dr. Norman Bethune: Communist, Humanitarian, Innovator, Muskokan, via Zoom on Sept. 15 as part of OMAH series
Area man, 25, dies after falling off inflatable raft on Lake Erie: OPP

Area man, 25, dies after falling off inflatable raft on Lake Erie: OPP

Emergency crews responded to Rondeau Provincial Park around 1:30 p.m., Saturday, for a swimmer in distress
Ontario reports 694 new COVID cases Monday

Ontario reports 694 new COVID cases Monday

The latest update noted 540 recoveries and zero deaths
PROFILE: Kathy’s Bakery owner says her sweet job is her passion

PROFILE: Kathy’s Bakery owner says her sweet job is her passion

'It keeps the heat on in the wintertime and the lights on, but I get to do what I love, and I love the customers ... they are absolutely amazing,' says owner of popular bakery
Feast for Learning aims to put literacy on the menu

Feast for Learning aims to put literacy on the menu

'The difference it can make for people in terms of finding employment ... is great, but sometimes it helps with things as simple as ... reading to their kids,' says MP
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Don't forget to smile today!
Orillia Royals cap stellar season by winning provincial championship

Orillia Royals cap stellar season by winning provincial championship

The team voluntarily moved up a level so they could compete this season and did the improbable, capturing an OBA title
Trustees want suspension, expulsion reports to include race data

Trustees want suspension, expulsion reports to include race data

'If our Black students or any other group are being suspended more disproportionately, it’s important to know it,' said trustee; two motions passed in an effort to break down systemic racism
EVERYTHING KING: Good things may come in small packages, but 'wrap rage' is real

EVERYTHING KING: Good things may come in small packages, but 'wrap rage' is real

Whether it's heat-sealed blister packs or clam shells, do you struggle to open packages? This week, Wendy unpacks a whole bunch of problems