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Ice-hut operators trying to lure people to enjoy Lake Simcoe

Ice-hut operators trying to lure people to enjoy Lake Simcoe

'The way we see it is that we’re actually providing an opportunity for people to come up and fall in love with Lake Simcoe,' says operator
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

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Potentially damaging winds possible Sunday night into Monday

Potentially damaging winds possible Sunday night into Monday

Wind gusts of up to 80 km/h are possible on Sunday night and up to 100 km/h on Monday afternoon
Protective motorcycle clothing line distributor calling Orillia home

Protective motorcycle clothing line distributor calling Orillia home

'I think Orillia and Central Ontario, in general, is known for outdoor recreation, there are some synergies here from the recreational standpoint,' says owner of new protective motorcycle clothing line distributor.
Survey says: Area paramedic competes on Family Feud

Survey says: Area paramedic competes on Family Feud

The Pauls family appeared on Family Feud Canada on Feb. 9, 10 and 11; 'It was really fun. We left it on such a high. It was so energetic'
Chance to enjoy a much-needed tonic for the mind

Chance to enjoy a much-needed tonic for the mind

Over the next four weeks, local residents can check out a free virtual mindfulness program
Chef bringing Texas-style barbecue experience to Orillia

Chef bringing Texas-style barbecue experience to Orillia

Mauricio Melendez, who learned to prepare genuine barbecue in Austin, opening restaurant in town; 'It’s something I thought in my heart we needed in this area'
COLUMN: Across Canada, on Cooch ... there's something in the ice

COLUMN: Across Canada, on Cooch ... there's something in the ice

With a wicked winter vortex well underway, although welcomed, too, by a wind-free, bright blue sunny day, pristine were the conditions for Orillia’s Hockey Day.
Local trades industry looking for a few good women

Local trades industry looking for a few good women

'A lot of women don’t think about the industry as a way to make a living, but it is a great way to do so,' says official, noting bursaries available for Simcoe County women
Ontario reports 1,185 new COVID cases Saturday

Ontario reports 1,185 new COVID cases Saturday

Saturday's reported 1,185 new COVID-19 cases is down slightly from Friday