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Orillia Tennis Club seeks indoor space for winter

Orillia Tennis Club seeks indoor space for winter

'This year more than ever before, winter tennis just makes sense'
Province reports 1,746 new COVID cases today

Province reports 1,746 new COVID cases today

About 70% of the new cases are from the GTA; There are eight more deaths related to the coronavirus reported over the past 24 hours
Orillia Midwives, a labour of love, celebrates 10th anniversary

Orillia Midwives, a labour of love, celebrates 10th anniversary

Five registered midwives strong, the practice provides care for about 100 clients annually; 'It’s been nice to help out our community,' says local midwife
Virtual holiday auction supports local animals in need

Virtual holiday auction supports local animals in need

'This event is a great opportunity to support animals in need, while ... maybe even finding the perfect holiday gift for that special someone on your list,' says official
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

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Snowfall expected today into Wednesday: Environment Canada

Snowfall expected today into Wednesday: Environment Canada

Total snowfall amounts of 15 to 25 cm are possible. Motorists should prepare for winter driving conditions
Council approves $100,000 in funding to avoid closing playgrounds

Council approves $100,000 in funding to avoid closing playgrounds

To meet accessibility standards, the city needs to invest in several playgrounds; City official says such decisions 'will demand its pound of flesh each year'
City earmarks $25,000 to improve accessibility at HRC monument

City earmarks $25,000 to improve accessibility at HRC monument

'That facility has been a part of our history and I think it’s incumbent on us to participate in this ... wonderful idea,' said Coun. Tim Lauer
Area woman thinks outside the box with new kids' book

Area woman thinks outside the box with new kids' book

Anne O’Farrell-Schultz knew she wanted to write a children's book celebrating the 'crazy antics' of her daughters and their friend
Province, virus will determine if OHL players hit the ice this winter

Province, virus will determine if OHL players hit the ice this winter

'Our league has so many questions and it's all up to the government. Are we going to have contact? Will we be allowed to travel across the border?' asks official