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COLUMN: Food for thought on the menu at the bird feeder

COLUMN: Food for thought on the menu at the bird feeder

Jays and grosbeaks exchange accusations, mourning dove looks for peace and 'rough hoodlums' vie with cats to rule the roost, says columnist
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Winter camping is much more fun when you’re prepared

Winter camping is much more fun when you’re prepared

Outdoors expert comments on everything you will need to plan and carry out a winter weekend outdoors adventure this year
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COLUMN: Turning to electric driving was a smart choice

COLUMN: Turning to electric driving was a smart choice

'I believe an electric car makes great sense for urban driving,' says columnist
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Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
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Swish! Go behind the scenes with the Raptors broadcast crew

Swish! Go behind the scenes with the Raptors broadcast crew

'It's probably the pinnacle of sports audio jobs,' said John Hunter who heads up audio for Raptors TV broadcasts and relishes the ring he received when Raps won title
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Dwayne Gretzky performing New Year's Eve concert

Dwayne Gretzky performing New Year's Eve concert

Band that features Oro-Medonte native performing Dec. 31 at History in Toronto
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Fog advisory in effect

Fog advisory in effect

Dense fog patches are expected to become more widespread as the night progresses
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Truth and Reconciliation calls to action won't be done until 2081: report

Truth and Reconciliation calls to action won't be done until 2081: report

Canada has been so slow to carry out recommendations from the TRC that an Indigenous-led think tank has stopped publishing an annual report tracking its progress
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ERs should be giving opioid users withdrawal meds: study

ERs should be giving opioid users withdrawal meds: study

Patients who have opioid overdoses and are brought to hospital would benefit from long-term therapy to prevent withdrawal cravings and symptoms
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'Super busy' holiday shopping rush draws customers to local shops

'Super busy' holiday shopping rush draws customers to local shops

'I like shopping in downtown Orillia. It's a lot more user-friendly than the big box stores in Barrie,' says Jack and Maddy's customer
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