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Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Enjoy the little things.
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Orillia's Chris Murray, Beausoleil official recognized by Lakehead

Orillia's Chris Murray, Beausoleil official recognized by Lakehead

Lakehead University held its Research and Innovation Awards of Excellence to celebrate the exceptional achievements of professors, partners, and students
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Change brewing: Country Style closes to make way for new Starbucks

Change brewing: Country Style closes to make way for new Starbucks

'I was losing a lot of profit and business (due to COVID) and it became really hard to pay the bills,' laments former owner of Orillia Country Style
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Local businesses step up to support Bridget’s Bunnies campaign

Local businesses step up to support Bridget’s Bunnies campaign

Bridget’s Bunnies kits are aimed to help families who experience pregnancy or infant loss
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LETTER: 'Why this, but not that' when it comes to lockdown rules?

LETTER: 'Why this, but not that' when it comes to lockdown rules?

Pastor says good makes perfect sense, and evil has no logic
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Suspect flees after attempted robbery in Coldwater (4 photos)

Suspect flees after attempted robbery in Coldwater (4 photos)

A male tried to rob the pharmacy in Coldwater shortly before 2 p.m. Thursday, OPP say; Police seek help in identifying suspect
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Orillia resident to continue as director of regional real estate group

Orillia resident to continue as director of regional real estate group

'I look forward to continuing our mission to help Ontario families find a great place to live, work and thrive,' said Mike Stahls
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Orillia business owners organizing demonstration Friday

Orillia business owners organizing demonstration Friday

Event at MPP's office will draw attention to lockdown's impact on small businesses; 'We’ve done nothing but follow guidelines during the pandemic'
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Three Orillia residents among 35 new COVID cases in region today

Three Orillia residents among 35 new COVID cases in region today

There are also two new cases in Severn Township today, the health unit confirms
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What have 365 days of the pandemic taught you? Let us know!

What have 365 days of the pandemic taught you? Let us know!

As the one-year anniversary of the pandemic approaches, our staff reflects on a year like no other; We want to hear from you about how the pandemic has altered your life
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