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Unique Outdoor Art Show will help protect nature (5 photos)

Unique Outdoor Art Show will help protect nature (5 photos)

'it is liberating to get outside,' says local artist Heather Kerslake. 'And for me, it’s a playful and fun way to share our work'
Chamber, United Way team up to provide free PPE to local businesses

Chamber, United Way team up to provide free PPE to local businesses

'These masks are sure to provide some relief for those who have been struggling ... and we are proud to be able to distribute them in our communities,' official says
Simcoe North Conservative hopefuls share views, priorities in virtual forum

Simcoe North Conservative hopefuls share views, priorities in virtual forum

Five people hoping to secure federal nomination share views on economy, China and need for reliable, high-speed internet
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

You never fail until you stop trying.
Get up early tomorrow to see the weirdest sunrise in 63 years

Get up early tomorrow to see the weirdest sunrise in 63 years

An eclipsed sunrise, the first in six decades, will light up the northern skies and reach peak awesomeness starting at around 5:45 a.m.
Orillia-inspired board game is an 'interesting, limited-time buy'

Orillia-inspired board game is an 'interesting, limited-time buy'

'This is a very unique way to showcase our city and the area to those outside, and for our citizens to play the game and feel pride about Orillia,' says Orillia mayor
Two accused of threatening victim with a baseball bat in Penetang

Two accused of threatening victim with a baseball bat in Penetang

The pair face assault charges as a result
Iconic local artist supporting OMAH with Spring Back Auction

Iconic local artist supporting OMAH with Spring Back Auction

'We are beyond thrilled that Charles Pachter continues to support our museum,' says OMAH official, noting organizers have 'been pretty creative' for auction
Prosecution in double murder trial suggests accused wanted to steal drugs

Prosecution in double murder trial suggests accused wanted to steal drugs

'I went there to do a deal and then it went wrong,' Dyrrin Daley testifies; Daley is accused of murdering Nickolas Pasowisty and James Pasowisty
City throws its support behind new Lakehead-led innovation hub

City throws its support behind new Lakehead-led innovation hub

'Innovation is the strategic implementation of creativity to add value. The hub is a facility or a tool, if you will, to drive innovation,' says professor