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'Extending the waiving of transit and parking fees continues to be a way in which we can support the economic recovery efforts of the city,' says councillor

Funding for the COVID response program projected to run out by November if spending continues at same rate

Downtown shop one of three in town seeking approval to sell cannabis; 'Because of our roots in Orillia and because we have a customer base in Orillia, I’m quite confident'

The province confirmed 292 new cases of COVID-19 today, and more than 15,000 tests processed since the last report

Swift Rapids Lock will continued to be closed after June 1 along with camping, group activities and public events, Parks Canada announces

Horsepower Sports and Entertainment hopes to delay payment to the city for 60 days, and to reduce what they pay the city for use of arena

Somniatis organizer came up with idea to bring attention to businesses that support the fundraiser; 'The community supporting the community is the best thing we can do'

TORONTO — The provincial government is extending its emergency orders for COVID-19 until June 9. Premier Doug Ford said the extension is meant to keep people safe during the pandemic and to maintain progress in containing the coronavirus.

Church receives funding from Community Foundation of Orillia and Area; 'We’re trying to feed the community in a healthy way during these weird times,' official says

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