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Top teams win cash, souvenirs at Fun Lawn Bowling tourney

Top teams win cash, souvenirs at Fun Lawn Bowling tourney

The Orillia Lawn Bowling Club's final tournament of the year, along with its membership meeting, is planned for Sept. 18
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OPP say $15K in catalytic converters stolen in Gravenhurst

OPP say $15K in catalytic converters stolen in Gravenhurst

Police say they responded to two separate incidents within two days - both from a local business and a transportation company
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Lakehead students feeling 'confident' about new year at Orillia campus (3 photos)

Lakehead students feeling 'confident' about new year at Orillia campus (3 photos)

'With all the protocols and being vaccinated, I feel pretty safe,' says Lakehead University student on move-in day at the Orillia campus residence
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Health unit reports 34 new COVID cases in Simcoe-Muskoka today

Health unit reports 34 new COVID cases in Simcoe-Muskoka today

Twelve people from Simcoe County are hospitalized with COVID-19, with one new hospitalization reported since yesterday. 
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Blank ballots, short campaign raise concerns among some voters

Blank ballots, short campaign raise concerns among some voters

'I think people are overwhelmed because of the pandemic,' says resident, who fears impact on the upcoming federal election
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What a Rush! Beer wall a hit for iconic Canadian band

What a Rush! Beer wall a hit for iconic Canadian band

'I’ve seen them live about 13 times, so yeah, I am a huge Rush fan. They’re my idols,' says grocery manager, whose 'beer throne' has been featured on Rush's social media
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OPP seek help to identify duo who stole Jeep while owner was in store (2 photos)

OPP seek help to identify duo who stole Jeep while owner was in store (2 photos)

Theft occurred on Wednesday Sept. 1, 2021 just before noon from Muskoka Gas; two suspects being sought by Bracebridge OPP
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Ontario residents must renew expired driver's licences, health cards

Ontario residents must renew expired driver's licences, health cards

The province lifted renewal requirements when the COVID-19 pandemic took hold last March, but is now reinstating them
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Washago retiree cries tears of joy after winning $1M jackpot

Washago retiree cries tears of joy after winning $1M jackpot

Roberta Davidson, a retired retail worker, plans to travel when it's safe and upgrade her vehicle
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New 'faster and smarter' CT scan at OSMH will save lives, official says

New 'faster and smarter' CT scan at OSMH will save lives, official says

The new machine is the result of 'tremendous fundraising efforts and the incredible generosity of our community,' says foundation official
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