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What was the most borrowed book in 2020 at Orillia's library?

What was the most borrowed book in 2020 at Orillia's library?

The Orillia Public Library has released its list of the top borrowed books of 2020, proving reading could not be touched by the surge of 'cancel culture'
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US: Electoral vote count completed, Trump says his term is ending, transition will be orderly

US: Electoral vote count completed, Trump says his term is ending, transition will be orderly

Statement comes after day of violence, chaos on Capitol Hill on Wednesday that lawmakers from both sides have blamed on the president
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Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Every day is a fresh beginning
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Concerns raised over prison vaccination plan and who should be getting shots first

Concerns raised over prison vaccination plan and who should be getting shots first

'We have correctional staff in our riding and I would hope they could be protected while at work,' says Simcoe North MP Bruce Stanton
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COLUMN: Zoom gatherings both a marvel and a menace

COLUMN: Zoom gatherings both a marvel and a menace

Holiday Zooms are complete, but columnist concedes her merry chat left her feeling empty and sad
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Reports: U.S. Capitol building secured following 'insurrection' by pro-Trump mob

Reports: U.S. Capitol building secured following 'insurrection' by pro-Trump mob

Lawmakers said to be set to complete ceremonial vote count tonight
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Perseverance pays off; local artist's work to adorn beer cans

Perseverance pays off; local artist's work to adorn beer cans

Twin Lakes graduate says 'it's really exciting to have been selected,' highlighting one of several silver linings amid the darkness of the pandemic
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Local doctors stand poised to help with vaccinations

Local doctors stand poised to help with vaccinations

'We’re absolutely available and we’re just waiting to hear,' says Orillia family physician Dr. Rebecca Van Iersel
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United Way distributed $1.7M to local charities in 2020

United Way distributed $1.7M to local charities in 2020

These projects are supporting children and youth, those with mental health challenges, those living in low-income, those fleeing domestic violence and seniors
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Yelling, cursing e-bike operator charged with impaired driving

Yelling, cursing e-bike operator charged with impaired driving

Police say the accused was observed having trouble staying upright; OPP arrested 56-year-old man at entrance to business licensed to sell alcohol
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