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Organizer of downtown Barrie protest fined by police

Organizer of downtown Barrie protest fined by police

Infraction potentially carries an $880 fine; Police estimate approximately 300 people attended today’s protest
Area veteran fights battle with feds over CERB cheque he didn't want

Area veteran fights battle with feds over CERB cheque he didn't want

'I just want my money back. I’ve fought for this country and served this country for years, and I have absolutely zero faith left in my government now,' says veteran
Here are some tips on how to avoid issues with gypsy moths this year

Here are some tips on how to avoid issues with gypsy moths this year

Populations of the species are cyclical, with a surge every seven to 10 years; Simcoe County has been hit particularly hard the last two years
Ontario issues emergency orders to bolster hospital capacity as cases soar

Ontario issues emergency orders to bolster hospital capacity as cases soar

Health Minister Christine Elliott said the province knew it had to go "a step further" in light of the latest data
Local RV, trailer stores struggling to keep up with soaring demand

Local RV, trailer stores struggling to keep up with soaring demand

'I can’t keep stuff in stock and I’m becoming nervous because it’s going to affect revenue at a certain point,' says inventory manager of local RV retailer
Orillia author draws local inspiration for her debut novel

Orillia author draws local inspiration for her debut novel

Local author Jessica Hamilton, an ODCVI grad, says trips to Orillia Public Library helped to nurture her love of books, passion for writing
Curbside leaf and yard waste collection in townships to begin April 19

Curbside leaf and yard waste collection in townships to begin April 19

Bi-weekly collections include leaves, grass, branches (sized and bundled appropriately), and other appropriately prepared garden waste
Ontario reports 3,813 new COVID cases Saturday

Ontario reports 3,813 new COVID cases Saturday

Today's report includes 2,422 recoveries and 19 new deaths
Orillia's 'fighting men' often marched to outlying areas to train

Orillia's 'fighting men' often marched to outlying areas to train

During First World War, the Simcoe Battalion was headquartered at Tudhope-Knox factory and Market Square was used as a drill ground in 1915
Hotel under construction in Bradford ravaged by fire (17 photos) (updated)

Hotel under construction in Bradford ravaged by fire (17 photos) (updated)

The fire started just after midnight