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Ontario reports 486 new COVID cases Tuesday

The latest update noted 541 recoveries and 18 deaths, but 16 deaths occurred more than two months ago but were not previously reported.

Aug 24, 2021 10:38 AM Read more >

Heat warning issued for Orillia and area

Humidex could climb to low 40s, warns Environment Canada

Aug 24, 2021 10:22 AM Read more >

Time is running out to apply for Village Media’s Journalism Scholarship

Journalism students are invited to submit an essay for a chance to receive a $1,000 scholarship toward their post-secondary education

Aug 24, 2021 10:15 AM Read more >

Swimmer dies after being pulled from Georgian Bay at Balm Beach: OPP

Toronto man pronounced dead at hospital; Name withheld until next-of-kin has been notified

Aug 24, 2021 10:11 AM Read more >

City's affordable housing committee gets new marching orders

Committee mandate will include advising council on how city legislation can encourage development of affordable housing

Aug 24, 2021 9:30 AM Read more >

Groups of people on bikes, ATVs behind acts of vandalism: OPP

There have been multiple mischief incidents including smashed windows and damage to property during night-time hours, say OPP

Aug 24, 2021 9:00 AM Read more >

Tip from public helps Orillia OPP nab impaired driver

A 59-year-old man from Ramara Township is facing two charges after the incident on Highway 12 Monday night

Aug 24, 2021 8:46 AM Read more >

OPP warn of cottage rental scam in Muskoka

When the renter arrives to check in at the cottage they believe they have rented, it is not a rental at all, OPP say

Aug 24, 2021 8:24 AM Read more >

City councillors shoot down online, phone voting over safety concerns

'I don't have enough confidence in the system,' councillor says; public has until Sept. 20 to provide feedback

Aug 24, 2021 7:30 AM Read more >

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