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Upcoming virtual events allow potential students to learn about Georgian College

Upcoming virtual events allow potential students to learn about Georgian College

The next event, which includes a question and answer session, is scheduled for May 18
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Indigenous adults in region can now book second dose vaccine appointments

Indigenous adults in region can now book second dose vaccine appointments

There will be a clinic for Indigenous adults Tuesday, May 25 at Rotary Place
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Green Party Leader urges Ford to cancel Bradford Bypass project

Green Party Leader urges Ford to cancel Bradford Bypass project

'It would also further threaten the health of the already at-risk Lake Simcoe, and create an additional 87,000 tonnes of climate pollution per year,' says Schreiner
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City sets tax ratios, adds $5M to reserves

City sets tax ratios, adds $5M to reserves

Budget committee distributes surplus to various reserves as part of 'good news/bad news story'
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Five Orillia residents, all under 64, test positive for COVID-19

Five Orillia residents, all under 64, test positive for COVID-19

The health unit is reporting 72 new COVID cases in today's update in addition to two deaths - a person from Barrie and a person from Tiny Township
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Grandson walks for Alzheimer's in memory of his beloved Oma

Grandson walks for Alzheimer's in memory of his beloved Oma

'The funds raised during the walk stay in our community to support the vital programs and services we provide,' says official of vital annual fundraiser
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This week in OrilliaMatters+: Less work, more relaxing - Enter for a chance to win a total lawn care package

This week in OrilliaMatters+: Less work, more relaxing - Enter for a chance to win a total lawn care package

Plus a profile of an Orillia family who have a desire to leave behind a healthier planet for future generations to enjoy
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Vaccines starting to help turn the tide of COVID-19, says Gardner

Vaccines starting to help turn the tide of COVID-19, says Gardner

Region's medical officer of health is 'tremendously encouraged' by vaccine results and uptake in Simcoe-Muskoka
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Local artist helps raise crucial funds for 'amazing' Comfie Cat Shelter

Local artist helps raise crucial funds for 'amazing' Comfie Cat Shelter

'Hard times are hitting everybody with COVID going on, and I just wanted to do something to help the community,' says Manuela Maurus
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Orillia man, woman charged with robbery, aggravated assault

Orillia man, woman charged with robbery, aggravated assault

Police say man and woman robbed someone in a vehicle on Mississaga Street, leaving a man with serious injuries; Duo turned themselves in the next day
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