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Robotics is elementary for these fun-loving students (7 photos)

Robotics is elementary for these fun-loving students (7 photos)

Orillia event has grown from 20 to 47 teams; 'We’re happy that they’re having fun, learning skills and getting a strong sense of teamwork,' says teacher
Wye Marsh executive remembered as an inspirational leader

Wye Marsh executive remembered as an inspirational leader

Naturalists the world over are mourning the loss of former Wye Marsh director who led with grace and honour, says outdoors columnist
Sugar Plum Craft Fair celebrates all things Christmas (35 photos)

Sugar Plum Craft Fair celebrates all things Christmas (35 photos)

Vendors from all over Ontario are participating in the 36th annual Sugar Plum Craft Fair at Nottawasaga Inn Resort; The event continues today
Monday will present a rare opportunity to see a solar transit

Monday will present a rare opportunity to see a solar transit

Local astronomer provides some helpful tips to help you - safely - view this phenomenon over our skies
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Cloudy with a chance of rain today.
Orillia becomes Hockeytown for a weekend (6 photos)

Orillia becomes Hockeytown for a weekend (6 photos)

About 1,200 players and coaches are participating in this weekend's Jim Wilson Classic; Popular tournament is 'a bit of an economic driver as well'
Local naturalists flock to forum to hear all about loons

Local naturalists flock to forum to hear all about loons

Orillia Naturalists' Club invites local citizen scientists to participate in annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count and pot-luck supper Dec. 14
Letter: County accused of 'paper genocide' by Metis leader

Letter: County accused of 'paper genocide' by Metis leader

County under-reported Metis population by 257%, says letter writer; It's part of a 'policy of assimilation or extermination of Metis,' says grand chief
Remembrance Day comes early to Orillia's library (6 photos)

Remembrance Day comes early to Orillia's library (6 photos)

Interactive exhibit drew more than 800 students this week and many more today; 'As far as I know, we’re the only library that does this sort of thing,' official says
Terriers captain, leading scorer heading to Kitchener

Terriers captain, leading scorer heading to Kitchener

Hometown boy Kyle Heitzner leads the league in points, but asked to be traded 'for the future of (his) hockey career'