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Local tourist destinations optimistic about reopening

Local tourist destinations optimistic about reopening

Safety of visitors and staff remain a priority as province allows for greater freedoms when Step 3 kicks in on Friday
Two new COVID cases in Simcoe-Muskoka reported Tuesday

Two new COVID cases in Simcoe-Muskoka reported Tuesday

Half of the region's adult population has now received both doses of a COVID-19 vaccine, say health unit officials
Woman tells court she didn't see Linda O'Leary drink after fatal boat crash

Woman tells court she didn't see Linda O'Leary drink after fatal boat crash

Francesca Hawkes was at the family's cottage when the fatal collision took place
Autistic boy distraught after apparent theft of beloved trike

Autistic boy distraught after apparent theft of beloved trike

'He imagines it’s his spaceship, pirate ship, and he spends a good part of his day riding it,' says neighbour who has started fundraiser to help replace the trike
Strong winds, large hail, heavy rainfall possible today: Environment Canada

Strong winds, large hail, heavy rainfall possible today: Environment Canada

Severe thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and into this evening, officials warn
Man from seasonal residence drowns in Muskoka lake

Man from seasonal residence drowns in Muskoka lake

Death is not considered suspicious, say OPP who add the man's identity is being withheld until next of kin can be notified
Need a COVID shot? Lots of walk-in opportunities this week

Need a COVID shot? Lots of walk-in opportunities this week

Mass vaccination clinic at Orillia's Rotary Place is offering walk-in opportunities today, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday
Ontario reports 146 new COVID cases Tuesday

Ontario reports 146 new COVID cases Tuesday

Today's update includes 201 recoveries, 12 new hospitalizations, and seven deaths
Judge rules couple charged in human trafficking case can access some of frozen funds

Judge rules couple charged in human trafficking case can access some of frozen funds

Lawyer says 'it doesn’t go far enough in ensuring that my client is able to make full answer and defence;' Preliminary hearing to start July 19
Local gyms, clients pumped up about Friday's reopening

Local gyms, clients pumped up about Friday's reopening

'I think it’s wonderful that gyms are re-opening, I think it’s very important mentally and physically for many people,' says local gym user