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COLUMN: If ice fells a tree in a forest, is it a problem?

COLUMN: If ice fells a tree in a forest, is it a problem?

A healthy forest is one that adapts, so a tree crashing down creates an opportunity for the surrounding vegetation and retired guys, says columnist
Elderly man dies in early morning fire in Barrie

Elderly man dies in early morning fire in Barrie

'The unit is heavily destroyed,' says fire chief, noting fire marshal is investigating the blaze
Local maple syrup producers can tap into new government fund

Local maple syrup producers can tap into new government fund

Ontario's Maple Production Improvement Initiative open to maple syrup producers looking to expand their operations
Georgian College hosting open house at Orillia campus next weekend

Georgian College hosting open house at Orillia campus next weekend

Prospective students invited to visit any of college's campuses, including the Orillia location, on Nov. 18
Woman in midst of cancer battle 'finds meaning' at Speaker Slam

Woman in midst of cancer battle 'finds meaning' at Speaker Slam

'This competition has given me meaning because I get to show people that living with an incurable disease is still a worthwhile life,' says finalist in international contest
TRILLIUM TALK: A weekly briefing from our Queen's Park journalists

TRILLIUM TALK: A weekly briefing from our Queen's Park journalists

Every Sunday morning, one of our legislative reporters from The Trillium provides an inside look at the week that was in Ontario politics — and the week ahead
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Renowned astronaut now hangs out of helicopters to 'shoot' birds

Renowned astronaut now hangs out of helicopters to 'shoot' birds

Dr. Roberta Bondar, best known for her 1992 space flight, has opened a free Science North exhibit of her photos of migratory birds
Army green to police blue: Officer always wanted to help people

Army green to police blue: Officer always wanted to help people

'Every police officer, I believe, offers a unique perspective shaped by their life experiences. Coming from an advanced combat medical role, I knew I was ready to handle stress and trauma,' says Elise Claridge, now a Barrie police constable
These Tree Canada grants are available until Dec. 3

These Tree Canada grants are available until Dec. 3

The national organization offers grants to municipalities, schools, BIAs, Indigenous communities and other groups who would like to plant trees