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Coun. Tim Lauer wanted council, public to see draft plans in case minor changes need to be made before work begins

'I am looking forward to working in the beautiful library building in the heart of the city,' says Bessie Sullivan, who takes on the role of CEO on June 21

'I love Canada, I think. I think I love the idea of what I’ve always thought Canada was,' says reporter who can't wave the flag this year due to our ugly history

Life isn’t about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.

It's almost summertime, but our columnist laments that - at least for her - sometimes outdoor livin' isn't easy

'I got out the knife… to initially scare them,' accused testified Tuesday; 'I had to use it further.'

Each of us can make a big contribution to biodiversity by doing a few things with our own yards/properties, says Sustainable Orillia

Socially-distanced on-the-spot interviews will be available and participants will be offered free food-to-go, while supplies last

'If we want to continue to have these options it’s important that we all support restaurants,' says official, noting social media contest offers a $500 prize

'This shouldn’t happen to anyone, no matter your religion, race or beliefs. Everyone is hurt by this. We stand together against hate,' says official