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Retirement home working 'to protect' residents amid outbreak

Retirement home working 'to protect' residents amid outbreak

Waubaushene retirement facility is home to 29 residents; 'We’re ensuring that everybody's being checked and monitored,' official says
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Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Sending good vibes your way today
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'Bear' in mind these wildlife tips from the OPP and ministry

'Bear' in mind these wildlife tips from the OPP and ministry

Removing potential attractants will help avoid unwarranted visitors, officials say
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Campaign will shine spotlight on children's mental health

Campaign will shine spotlight on children's mental health

Simcoe County residents urged to wear green next week; 'This is an especially challenging time for families,' notes official
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Cultural institutions are closed, but remain virtually unstoppable

Cultural institutions are closed, but remain virtually unstoppable

Orillia Public Library, Museum of Art & History, Leacock Museum among local facilities offering engaging, virtual programming during pandemic
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Property maintenance for safety purposes permitted in Ramara

Property maintenance for safety purposes permitted in Ramara

Businesses are not permitted to conduct landscaping projects that are to beautify a property, such as planting shrubs or plants, building fences, decks
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Field hospitals could help with future waves of virus: Official

Field hospitals could help with future waves of virus: Official

Regional medical officer of health talking with hospitals to develop a plan that allows elective procedures to occur during future COVID-19 case surges
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VIDEO: Orillia singer releases title track from sophomore album

VIDEO: Orillia singer releases title track from sophomore album

Local folk rock singer/songwriter Shane Cloutier's 'Red Wagon' is available now
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Friday is Doctors' Day! Here's a bright idea to honour our MDs

Friday is Doctors' Day! Here's a bright idea to honour our MDs

Ontario Medical Association has organized a province-wide show of appreciation for 9 p.m. on Friday
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Vulnerable local women urged to 'flirt with art' during pandemic

Vulnerable local women urged to 'flirt with art' during pandemic

Artists providing materials and instructions to women housed by Lighthouse shelter; 'Being creative is healing and it’s a great way to pass the time'
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