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Reopen schools first and ASAP, says region's medical officer of health

Reopen schools first and ASAP, says region's medical officer of health

'I think it’s a reasonable thing to do at this time. But I do note it’s not without a cost,' said Dr. Charles Gardner
Toastmasters club reducing fees, hosting open house to entice new members

Toastmasters club reducing fees, hosting open house to entice new members

'The club promotes community, we encourage each other, we provide a safe learning environment that is free of judgment,' says Toastmasters official
20% of region's COVID cases linked to Easter gatherings

20% of region's COVID cases linked to Easter gatherings

'The bottom line would be people taking risks with their social interactions that put them at risk of transmission,' says Simcoe-Muskoka medical officer of health
COVID-19: Feds, province announce $656M fund to improve air quality in public buildings

COVID-19: Feds, province announce $656M fund to improve air quality in public buildings

Dollars will fund projects for ventilation systems, hand hygiene stations and better physical distancing
Ontario reports 4,156 new COVID cases Wednesday

Ontario reports 4,156 new COVID cases Wednesday

Today's report includes 3,160 recoveries, 28 deaths, and 191 new hospitalizations
Updated policies needed to support food supply chain, says Ontario chamber

Updated policies needed to support food supply chain, says Ontario chamber

Policy paper makes six recommendations to strengthen ag sector
Ramara Soccer Club makes 'responsible' decision to cancel season

Ramara Soccer Club makes 'responsible' decision to cancel season

Protocols and restrictions, while well crafted to keep participants safe, were just too challenging for small volunteer-run club to successfully implement and manage
Sale of Orillia YMCA 'offensive and devious,' says longtime member

Sale of Orillia YMCA 'offensive and devious,' says longtime member

Money from sale may not be used for local programs but will be used to 'ultimately contribute to the financial stability of our charity,' official says
COLUMN: School shutdown hits local family with a gut punch

COLUMN: School shutdown hits local family with a gut punch

'The last 48 hours or so have been filled with worry, concern and conversations with friends and family about how we will make it work,' writes Nikki Cole