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Barrie resident takes snowman building to eye-popping heights

Barrie resident takes snowman building to eye-popping heights

'COVID hit and I thought it might be a good way to get people to smile. So far, it's working,' says Chad Hanna
56 new COVID cases in region today, including three Orillia residents

56 new COVID cases in region today, including three Orillia residents

There are more than 900 active cases in the region, most in Simcoe County, according to the region's health unit
Oro-Medonte residents say new 'muzzle' for citizens is 'rubbish'

Oro-Medonte residents say new 'muzzle' for citizens is 'rubbish'

Township says code is a way to deal with harassment from members of public; 'It’s such a blatant attempt to muzzle and stifle and tell the population to be quiet'
WATCH: Public Health Ontario briefing to highlight vaccine prioritization, distribution

WATCH: Public Health Ontario briefing to highlight vaccine prioritization, distribution

Dr. Barbara Yaffe will be joined by vaccine distribution task force members
It's time to nominate someone for Orillia Citizen of the Year award

It's time to nominate someone for Orillia Citizen of the Year award

'This year has been very difficult, and we must celebrate those in our community who have gone above and beyond in exemplifying the Orillia spirit,' says mayor
Orillia Crime Unit helps human trafficking unit nab wanted man

Orillia Crime Unit helps human trafficking unit nab wanted man

Huntsville man, 58, accused of numerous multi-jurisdictional incidences dating back to 2010 faces sex assault and other charges
Ontario reports record 2,923 new COVID cases today

Ontario reports record 2,923 new COVID cases today

There are more than 20,000 active cases in Ontario and 1,177 people are hospitalized with COVID-19
Trillium Manor resident dies of COVID-19

Trillium Manor resident dies of COVID-19

As of Dec. 29, there are 10 staff and seven resident cases at the Orillia long-term care home
Lockdown forces library to turn page to curbside pickup

Lockdown forces library to turn page to curbside pickup

There are no layoffs anticipated, official says, noting staff 'are here to help' those who need it during the lockdown
Winter weather travel advisory in effect: Environment Canada

Winter weather travel advisory in effect: Environment Canada

Travel is expected to be difficult due to accumulating snow and possible freezing rain. Motorists and pedestrians should exercise caution, Environment Canada says