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Mariposa adds three more acts to Hall of Fame

Mariposa adds three more acts to Hall of Fame

Owen McBride, The Travellers, Sharon and Bram recognized for contributions to folk music and festival
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In wake of ugly incidents, lacrosse teams move to protect officials

In wake of ugly incidents, lacrosse teams move to protect officials

'We want the officials to know outright that we support them fully,' said team official; New policy includes provisions to protect officials
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Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Mainly sunny skies today.
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New exhibit will explore local artist's 'art of transformation'

New exhibit will explore local artist's 'art of transformation'

Melody Lynn Madden's exhibit opens at OMAH July 20; Lake Couchiching one of 'places that elicit an emotional response that in turn shapes the work'
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Mariposa's downtown stage 'gets better every year'

Mariposa's downtown stage 'gets better every year'

Folk festival has had downtown presence since 2013
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Police don't want a repeat of Canada Day weekend this weekend

Police don't want a repeat of Canada Day weekend this weekend

89 Provincial Offences tickets issued for motorists, 10 for vessel operators and three for ATV operators as well as eight impaired driving charges are too many, say police
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Life comes full circle for 'street kid' who now works at youth shelter

Life comes full circle for 'street kid' who now works at youth shelter

Jennifer Kaplinski has overcome many hurdles including addictions and a suicide attempt; 'I feel like everything I have gone through ... has brought me' here
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As the heat rises, local experts offer some chill advice

As the heat rises, local experts offer some chill advice

Experts weigh in on ways to save energy and on ways to ensure those vulnerable to heat remain healthy
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The Golden Dragon was a local landmark for 60 years <b>(6 photos)</b>

The Golden Dragon was a local landmark for 60 years (6 photos)

The Dragon was a multi-generational family business that was popular from the day it opened until it closed in 1999
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Eventbrite steps up to offer refunds to Roxodus ticket purchasers

Eventbrite steps up to offer refunds to Roxodus ticket purchasers

For many fans, it's about more than ticket refunds: Local couple invested $2,348 into making Roxodus a 'once-in-a-lifetime mini vacation'
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