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There are no new cases in Orillia and area; Officials report about 63% of residents have received their first dose of the vaccine

The 53-year-old was last seen on Tuesday, June 15, on foot, near Tudhope Park in Orillia

The designation means residents will be able to accelerate their second dose appointments and the health unit will receive a higher allocation of vaccines

With large shipments of Moderna slated to be delivered soon, Gardner says getting second dose key to reducing risk of spreading Delta variant

Goal of this program is to offer residents an easy solution to properly recycle common electronic items - many of which are harmful to the environment

Today's update also includes 635 recoveries, 28 hospitalizations and seven deaths

'While one hand of the government gives, the other hand so casually takes it away, and Lake Simcoe’s health hangs in the balance'

'Together, we have risen to challenges and celebrated the successes of our collective efforts,' said Steve Blake who retires effective July 31

'I have a very close feeling to Orillia and this was a wonderful opportunity for me to give back to the home that I grew up in and value so much,' says James Burton

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