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Development charge freeze could cost school boards millions

Development charge freeze could cost school boards millions

Province announced Monday it is conducting review of education development charges
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Election controversy ramps up in Oro-Medonte

Election controversy ramps up in Oro-Medonte

‘Quite frankly, what’s happening is there’s a group that’s out there trying to project everything on me they possibly can,’ says Hughes
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Buzz around pot legalization hits fever pitch at local high schools

Buzz around pot legalization hits fever pitch at local high schools

Students have differing viewpoints, but boards say pot, like alcohol, is illegal in classrooms; 'It is illegal (for minors). It should not be on school property.'
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Advocate of inclusive, barrier-free society to speak at CFUW meeting

Advocate of inclusive, barrier-free society to speak at CFUW meeting

Luke Anderson will talk about his journey at Oct. 23 meeting
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Canada not ready for marijuana legalization: MP

Canada not ready for marijuana legalization: MP

'The federal government has been extremely flippant in not resolving those issues,' says area MP
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Rowers return with 14 gold medals

Rowers return with 14 gold medals

The Georgian Bay Rowing Club was one of 366 clubs to take part in the World Masters Rowing Regatta
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Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Expect a wet and windy day.
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Officer suicides a hot topic at OPPA conference

Officer suicides a hot topic at OPPA conference

There were 150 police and civilian members of the OPP at annual meeting
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Future cops lend a hand at Lighthouse

Future cops lend a hand at Lighthouse

Georgian College police foundations students prepare and serve meal at Orillia shelter
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Man Cave Tour revs up $15,000 in support for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orillia

Man Cave Tour revs up $15,000 in support for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orillia

Fourth annual event, organized by local business people, a hit; 'Proceeds ensure we are able to continue to provide much-needed mentoring programs'
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