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See You on the Patio program a 'game changer' for local restaurants (6 photos)

See You on the Patio program a 'game changer' for local restaurants (6 photos)

'When you swing by to see it in action on a Friday or Saturday you feel the energy, it’s a mini-festival,' says downtown restaurant owner
Innisfil scores new junior hockey team to hit the ice in 2022

Innisfil scores new junior hockey team to hit the ice in 2022

It's expected the Innisfil Spartans Junior C Hockey Club will begin playing next season and will likely play in the same division as the Orillia Terriers
Election 2021 is here — and young people are paying attention

Election 2021 is here — and young people are paying attention

Younger voters are as interested in the campaign as those aged between 30 and 59, while those 60-plus are much more likely to be into it, poll finds
Motorcyclist airlifted to Toronto hospital after Ramara crash

Motorcyclist airlifted to Toronto hospital after Ramara crash

Orillia OPP say the motorcycle/motor vehicle crash occurred Friday night on County Road 169 in Ramara Township
COLUMN: Orillia's 'culinary MacGyver' makes local ingredients shine (6 photos)

COLUMN: Orillia's 'culinary MacGyver' makes local ingredients shine (6 photos)

At Eclectic Café, chef Melanie Robinson is all about supporting local producers while crafting creative dishes
Bustling Orillia Farmers' Market is on the grow (6 photos)

Bustling Orillia Farmers' Market is on the grow (6 photos)

'I have been going to the (market) since I was a toddler, and I think it’s really important for our city to have a farmers’ market that is downtown and accessible,' says vendor
NDP announce candidate for Barrie-Springwater-Oro-Medonte

NDP announce candidate for Barrie-Springwater-Oro-Medonte

'This election is our chance to build a better future for everyone,' says Sarah Lochhead
COLUMN: Meal plan your way back into routine this fall

COLUMN: Meal plan your way back into routine this fall

Orillia dietitian offers a menu of tried and true tips to make meal planning something the entire family can help with and look forward to
Ontario reports 689 COVID cases Saturday

Ontario reports 689 COVID cases Saturday

Saturday's report also included 475 recoveries and one death
This 'Holiday Inn' in Brechin featured his and hers outhouses

This 'Holiday Inn' in Brechin featured his and hers outhouses

This novelty card from the 1950s would have been sold by local merchants in Brechin