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Re-elected Stanton hopeful, says minority will demand co-operation

Re-elected Stanton hopeful, says minority will demand co-operation

Simcoe North MP discusses goals after winning fifth term; Climate change is 'a topic that we, as Conservatives, need to take a closer look at,' Stanton says
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Orillia Silver Band has impressive lineup planned for benefit concert

Orillia Silver Band has impressive lineup planned for benefit concert

Sunday afternoon concert will aid Hillcrest Lodge, Orillia's non-profit, geared-to-income housing facility for local vulnerable seniors
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New stop on Fall Flavours tour takes menu to new 'Heights'

New stop on Fall Flavours tour takes menu to new 'Heights'

Heights Ski & Country Club is offering menu featuring seasonal favourites and tasty options as part of Ontario's Lake Country event
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Do you have an uncanny knack for the trivial? This event is for you!

Do you have an uncanny knack for the trivial? This event is for you!

Orillia Public Library hosting Halloween Horror Trivia Night at Kelsey's next week
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Election is over, but affordable housing concerns remain

Election is over, but affordable housing concerns remain

'We know that affordable housing is needed in Orillia,' says official, noting former ODCVI property could be used for housing
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Report scammers, even if money wasn't taken, police say

Report scammers, even if money wasn't taken, police say

Many victims don't report crimes due to embarrassment, but police say all reports help with scam and fraud investigations
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Local Special Olympians recognized for summer of excellence

Local Special Olympians recognized for summer of excellence

Multiple awards were earned in baseball, T-ball, track and field and golf
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LETTER: It will take much more to rid hospitals of 'hallway medicine'

LETTER: It will take much more to rid hospitals of 'hallway medicine'

Tax hike needed to increase staff, expand funding to eliminate hallway medicine, letter writer says
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Closed landfill site to be revitalized, become site of lookout

Closed landfill site to be revitalized, become site of lookout

The site, now named Wiidookdaadwin, will be transformed into a regional heritage attraction; It is expected to be completed in 2020
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Hunters beware! Fatal off-road collisions up 18 per cent

Hunters beware! Fatal off-road collisions up 18 per cent

Hunters, off-road enthusiasts urged to wear helmets; Majority of off-road vehicle deaths involve riders who underestimate the risks of riding without a helmet
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