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Advocacy group opposes proposed complex-care facility in region

Advocacy group opposes proposed complex-care facility in region

Owners, who operate similar facility in Oro-Medonte, say opposition is off base; Simcoe North MPP writes letter in support of initiative from 'reputable company'
Ontario confirms 1,015 new COVID cases today

Ontario confirms 1,015 new COVID cases today

The province also reported nine deaths in its latest epidemiological update
Recruits used Writing Room to pen 33,000 letters back home

Recruits used Writing Room to pen 33,000 letters back home

Each desk was supplied with custom stationery with a maple leaf on the letterhead, donated by the Orillia Board of Trade
LETTER: McLean Park proposal aligns with new Barrie Health Accord, say proponents

LETTER: McLean Park proposal aligns with new Barrie Health Accord, say proponents

'It is our hope the City of Barrie will review and revisit the McLean Park proposal,' family says
Lakehead a founding partner of new University of the Arctic institute

Lakehead a founding partner of new University of the Arctic institute

Goal is 'to develop regional nodes for professional program delivery with a focus on increasing access to education in northern communities through remote program delivery'
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

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Intensive search for missing Bradford teen ends in tragedy

Intensive search for missing Bradford teen ends in tragedy

Body recovered from pond near 8th Line and Professor Day Drive
Orillia's mayor, AKA Willy Wonka, offers Halloween tips

Orillia's mayor, AKA Willy Wonka, offers Halloween tips

'Whether you're celebrating at home or trick or treating with your family ... please make sure to keep health and safety your No. 1 priority,' says mayor
Local advocate for homelessness earns garden makeover

Local advocate for homelessness earns garden makeover

'It is really nice when you get recognized for your work in this field; it's more of a passion, but still it is nice,' says Orillia's Sandra Best
Arrest made in conducted energy weapon robberies

Arrest made in conducted energy weapon robberies

Public helped identify suspect, leading to his arrest