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Church bells will ring tomorrow for victims of Nova Scotia tragedy

Church bells will ring tomorrow for victims of Nova Scotia tragedy

Bells will be ringing 22 times at 1 p.m. and at 6 p.m.; 'Our hearts go out to the families and friends who have lost loved ones in this senseless tragedy'
First new COVID-19 case reported in Orillia since April 8

First new COVID-19 case reported in Orillia since April 8

Orillia woman in her 30s is believed to have acquired the virus through community transmission; Ramara woman in 40s also has the virus
New advisory body for Christian Island rooted in the 1830s

New advisory body for Christian Island rooted in the 1830s

Chief John Essens preached self-governance in 1836; Today, his descendants focus on the 'survival of our people ... in this time of crisis'
Orillia man busted, faces multiple drug trafficking charges

Orillia man busted, faces multiple drug trafficking charges

The 21-year-old Orillia man was arrested Wednesday by OPP following a traffic stop on Colborne Street West
Local Lions step up to 'boost morale' at long-term care homes

Local Lions step up to 'boost morale' at long-term care homes

Lions make special deliveries of food and beverages; 'We were really pleased to see that the community was recognizing the hard work that’s going on in long-term care'
Ontario reports another 634 new cases of COVID-19 today

Ontario reports another 634 new cases of COVID-19 today

Long-term care cases and deaths continue to rise with 135 outbreaks reported at Ontario facilities
Uncertainty prevails in region's tourism industry: official

Uncertainty prevails in region's tourism industry: official

About 14% of local workforce depends on tourism; 'It’ll be interesting to see how it affects people’s psyche and the culture of travel,' said official
Students welcome 'unprecedented' relief package but seek details

Students welcome 'unprecedented' relief package but seek details

Feds announced $9B for post-secondary students amid pandemic; 'There's still a bit of anxiety' over timeline for funding, says Orillia student
Downey juggling many challenges as attorney general, MPP

Downey juggling many challenges as attorney general, MPP

'It's a really interesting spot where I wear two hats,' says Orillia lawyer and Barrie-Springwater-Oro-Medonte MPP
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Optimism is key