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Orillia woman among 43 new COVID cases in region today

Orillia woman among 43 new COVID cases in region today

There is also one new positive case in Oro-Medonte and one in Severn Township in today's report from the region's health unit
Forum hears mixed reactions to city's proposed tree bylaw changes

Forum hears mixed reactions to city's proposed tree bylaw changes

'I resent being shamed into thinking it’s a sin to (remove trees) on my property,' says Orillia man; Some support spirit of changes but express concerns about overreach
All Ontario snowmobile trails officially closed for the season

All Ontario snowmobile trails officially closed for the season

Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs also reminds users to stay off any ice
Selling Orillia YMCA 'always an option' but not the goal

Selling Orillia YMCA 'always an option' but not the goal

Organization still trying to find use for Peter Street building that will benefit community; 'There are many opportunities there,' CEO says
Ontario reports 2,380 new COVID cases Thursday

Ontario reports 2,380 new COVID cases Thursday

280 cases are the result of data catch-up, but the province hasn't seen case counts in the 2,000s since January
People aged 70 or older can now pre-register for COVID vaccines in Simcoe-Muskoka

People aged 70 or older can now pre-register for COVID vaccines in Simcoe-Muskoka

As phase two continues to roll out, the vaccine queue is now also open to all healthcare workers
Seven new COVID-19 cases in schools today across Simcoe County

Seven new COVID-19 cases in schools today across Simcoe County

One of the new cases is being reported at Foley Catholic School in Brechin
Spring is ideal time to go 'wild' about photography (5 photos)

Spring is ideal time to go 'wild' about photography (5 photos)

'When I see an area that is rich in wildflowers, it’s exciting because this is an indicator of the health and wellbeing of the forest,' says local photographer
City waiving development charges until the end of 2022

City waiving development charges until the end of 2022

Moratorium on industrial development charges has been in place since 2010 and has been an 'effective marketing tool for the city'
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Just keep taking chances and having fun.