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County council divided on how to spend unused money

County council divided on how to spend unused money

Ramara mayor says elected officials shouldn't get money they 'haven't earned. I would rather make a decision down the road,' said Basil Clarke
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'Soon' isn't soon enough for those seeking financial relief, Lakehead student says

'Soon' isn't soon enough for those seeking financial relief, Lakehead student says

Post-secondary students 'don’t know how they’re going to make their rent' as they await CERB expansion
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Police need your help to find missing Orillia woman (UPDATE: Located)

Police need your help to find missing Orillia woman (UPDATE: Located)

The 28-year-old woman was last seen on Oxford Street on Tuesday at around 8:30 p.m.; If you have information, please call the OPP
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Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Keep dreaming
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Bradford mom discharged after a month in hospital fighting COVID-19

Bradford mom discharged after a month in hospital fighting COVID-19

Bradford mom recovers from COVID-19 and discharged from hospital
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Barrie family crushed by death of NHLer Colby Cave (VIDEO)

Barrie family crushed by death of NHLer Colby Cave (VIDEO)

'Everyone loved Colby,' say Cave's Barrie in-laws; Edmonton Oiler forward was respectful, humble and kind, a person who brought so much joy to the family
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Loud muffler? You could be in for a $220 fine

Loud muffler? You could be in for a $220 fine

No decibel reading is required for court or a conviction as officers can determine if the noise is loud enough to issue a ticket
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Local gamer 'Twitches' his way to raising $4,100 for Big Brothers Big Sisters

Local gamer 'Twitches' his way to raising $4,100 for Big Brothers Big Sisters

'It’s nice to use my platform to help people, especially in Orillia, and give back to the town I grew up in,' said Burnett of helping charity close to his heart
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Resident's video footage helps Orillia OPP nab would-be thief

Resident's video footage helps Orillia OPP nab would-be thief

A 47-year-old man from Oro-Medonte faces several charges after breaking into vehicles on Cedar Island Road before trying to flee police
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Smoke shops in Rama will remain closed until at least May 13

Smoke shops in Rama will remain closed until at least May 13

'Emergency closure' has been extended until May 13; 'Chief and Council ... will review the situation at that time to determine any next steps'
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