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Local tourism operators applaud 'fantastic support' in budget

Local tourism operators applaud 'fantastic support' in budget

'Our tourism operators have had very challenging times, so this is some financial assistance to go right into their hands,' said local tourism agency official
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Downtown Orillia hosting online Easter scavenger hunt

Downtown Orillia hosting online Easter scavenger hunt

Scavenger hunt to begin at 9:30 a.m. on April 3
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Regions could face stricter measures if COVID cases climb 'rapidly'

Regions could face stricter measures if COVID cases climb 'rapidly'

'The latest data continues to show some worrying trends throughout the province,' says Ontario's chief medical officer of health
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Stormy weather forecast prompts LSRCA to issue hazard watch

Stormy weather forecast prompts LSRCA to issue hazard watch

The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority says flooding, ice pile-up could occur due to strong winds
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Orillia's OPP detachment set to reopen ... with restrictions

Orillia's OPP detachment set to reopen ... with restrictions

Detachment has been closed to the public since Jan. 4, 2021
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Ontario announces new lockdown rules

Ontario announces new lockdown rules

The rules also allow for outdoor fitness classes in grey zones and increased outdoor capacity for weddings and funerals for all colour zones
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Orillia woman, Ramara youth among 55 new COVID cases today

Orillia woman, Ramara youth among 55 new COVID cases today

There are 22 people from Simcoe County hospitalized with COVID-19, which includes two new hospitalizations since yesterday
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Police search for suspect after 'very disgusting' spitting incident

Police search for suspect after 'very disgusting' spitting incident

'This would be assault at any time, but particularly concerning considering the times we are in with COVID so prevalent,' says police official
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OPP seek help locating bronze statue stolen from Matchedash Street

OPP seek help locating bronze statue stolen from Matchedash Street

Six-foot tall, bronze statue depicts a woman standing over a large seashell with a water jug on her shoulder and is valued at over $4000
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Former HRC residents 'want the buildings torn down'

Former HRC residents 'want the buildings torn down'

Survivors have concerns about the idea of the property being used for long-term care; MPP expecting update on Memorial Avenue site soon
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