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Victim services sees 'marked increase' in housing crisis calls

Victim services sees 'marked increase' in housing crisis calls

Pandemic, lack of affordable housing have led to more people contacting organization; 'With COVID, the need is even more extreme'
Simcoe County residents will have two sets of garbage bins for a couple of months

Simcoe County residents will have two sets of garbage bins for a couple of months

County waste facilities will accept old bins for a limited time free of charge after Nov. 1; here are some ideas for repurposing old bins
Driver faces impaired charges after landing car in Highway 11 ditch

Driver faces impaired charges after landing car in Highway 11 ditch

The man was taken to hospital with what appeared to be serious injuries, but it was determined the injuries were minor, say OPP
Orillia tow truck operator dies after responding to Highway 11 crash

Orillia tow truck operator dies after responding to Highway 11 crash

Wayne Whitechurch was transported to hospital in medical distress and was later pronounced dead
Trail-blazing civilian at OPP GHQ wins international accolade

Trail-blazing civilian at OPP GHQ wins international accolade

'I hope that what I’ve done has shown that anybody, if they work hard enough, can get these positions within the organization,' says OPP employee of 20-years
Ontario reports 114 new COVID cases Monday

Ontario reports 114 new COVID cases Monday

Today's update includes 96 new recoveries and zero deaths
PROFILE: New library CEO excited to work with 'energetic, innovative' staff

PROFILE: New library CEO excited to work with 'energetic, innovative' staff

Bessie Sullivan takes over for Suzanne Campbell; 'When the position came up, I thought that it was a good move for me'
Are you concerned about cybersecurity? This forum is for you!

Are you concerned about cybersecurity? This forum is for you!

The July 21 session will provide information on risks facing businesses, how to safeguard against security breaches, and common mistakes
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Don't forget to smile today!
Police seize loaded revolver after fight in Wasaga Beach: OPP

Police seize loaded revolver after fight in Wasaga Beach: OPP

The 28-year-old accused faces multiple charges as a result