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Orillia man pens book after deciding to 'choose life' over MAID

Orillia man pens book after deciding to 'choose life' over MAID

Tyler Dunlop had sought medically assisted death due to homelessness, mental illness, but now wants to be 'staunch advocate'
New group well suited to help local men re-enter the workforce

New group well suited to help local men re-enter the workforce

Driving force behind Dress for Success Orillia and Barrie branching out with Styled Right-Work Wear for Men; donations welcomed at Hip Chick Design
'We had no choice': Orillia homeowners make switch to heat pumps

'We had no choice': Orillia homeowners make switch to heat pumps

Sustainable Orillia interviewed two new heat pump owners on their experiences; There are 'contradictions, disinformation or misinformation,' laments resident
Poll: Most favour stricter gun control laws

Poll: Most favour stricter gun control laws

In an online poll, just over half of readers said that Canada's gun control laws weren't strict enough. Cross-referenced with other polls, the results are revealing
Community spirit helps make Santa's parade a success: chamber

Community spirit helps make Santa's parade a success: chamber

Chamber of commerce 'would not be able to hold the parade without volunteer support'
LETTER: Housing hub should include rent geared to income

LETTER: Housing hub should include rent geared to income

Letter writer describes son's ordeal applying for new housing hub in Orillia
COLUMN: Remembering an Orillia trailblazer, philanthropist

COLUMN: Remembering an Orillia trailblazer, philanthropist

Dora's Place at OSMH is a reminder of the generosity of Dora Noy 'who broke barriers for Orillia women, and used her advantages in life to help others'
'Even the bad guys liked her': Auxiliary officer has seen it all

'Even the bad guys liked her': Auxiliary officer has seen it all

Former Casino Rama limo driver was passionate about her role and 'set the example for others to follow' during her distinguished career
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Woman, 59, airlifted to hospital after downtown Barrie shooting

Woman, 59, airlifted to hospital after downtown Barrie shooting

Police said officers remained on scene Friday night in the area of Dunlop and Mulcaster streets for the ongoing investigation