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Dozens of horses, livelihood in peril at Rushmount stables

Dozens of horses, livelihood in peril at Rushmount stables

'It's not good at all,' says worried owner of Severn Township facility; pandemic has robbed stable of 80% of projected income
Local hoops stars opt to chase basketball dreams via Sudbury

Local hoops stars opt to chase basketball dreams via Sudbury

Rhys Bazuk, Ally Smith to play at Lo-Ellen Park; 'I knew that if I wanted to keep playing it would be best for me to play against higher competition and have a bigger challenge'
WEEKLY TIP: Think zero waste when grocery shopping

WEEKLY TIP: Think zero waste when grocery shopping

People are finding creative ways to ensure their shopping is more plastic-free and sytrofoam-free ... but it's still not easy, experts concede
What will your new normal be when we return to some sense of normalcy?

What will your new normal be when we return to some sense of normalcy?

Columnist says she hopes every business goes back to full operations and even attract new customers, but she thinks our world has forever changed
Do you have an urgent need? United Way might be able to help!

Do you have an urgent need? United Way might be able to help!

Fund 'is there for those who need it right now, whether that be due to the current pandemic or any other life circumstances,' says official
Council divided, but OKs grants for McLean & Dickey, Sterling Group

Council divided, but OKs grants for McLean & Dickey, Sterling Group

Mayor casts deciding vote on support for McLean & Dickey; 'I think both contribute substantially to the tax base and to the economy,' said Cipolla
Local mental health facility reports first positive COVID-19 case

Local mental health facility reports first positive COVID-19 case

Public health told Waypoint officials there is no need to test staff or patients, or for anyone to self-isolate at this time and 'we are not in outbreak'
Three more COVID-19 deaths reported in Simcoe Muskoka today

Three more COVID-19 deaths reported in Simcoe Muskoka today

There are no new cases in Orillia; An outbreak at a Barrie long-term care home is now declared over
Ramara Public Library forced to lay off more than half of its staff

Ramara Public Library forced to lay off more than half of its staff

Officials made 'difficult decision' this week due to pandemic; Virtual programs and online services remain available to library patrons
Council OKs another increase to rec centre's contingency fund

Council OKs another increase to rec centre's contingency fund

Council is 'very frustrated' by continuing escalation of costs for recreation facility; Contingency fund started at $2M and is now at almost $4.5M