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Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
VIDEO: This is why Facebook blocked your local news

VIDEO: This is why Facebook blocked your local news

Meta's news blackout has officially begun. A leading expert on Bill C-18 recently joined our podcast to explain how we got to this point — and what comes next
Motorcyclist killed in Midland crash

Motorcyclist killed in Midland crash

Collision involving motorcycle and car happened shortly before 9 p.m. on Wednesday; OPP say some roads remain closed in the area around Simcoe Road 93 and Highway 12
City to consider renaming Centennial Drive in honour of Lightfoot

City to consider renaming Centennial Drive in honour of Lightfoot

'I think it'd be a great way to honour the late Gordon Lightfoot,' said Coun. Jeff Czetwerzuk, who brought the idea to the council table
Oro-Medonte steps up action against short-term renters

Oro-Medonte steps up action against short-term renters

Municipal law enforcement officials will be out on weekends checking for problems, a move welcomed by Good Neighbours Alliance
COLUMN: Downtown is the place to be this weekend

COLUMN: Downtown is the place to be this weekend

Classic Car Show, See You on the Patio, Friday Art Hop and much more happening this weekend, says columnist
Nominations open for Simcoe County Newcomer Recognition Awards

Nominations open for Simcoe County Newcomer Recognition Awards

Nominations will be accepted until Sept. 22
Elementary teachers' union recognizes local members with awards

Elementary teachers' union recognizes local members with awards

Recipients 'contribute greatly to improving public education in Ontario and beyond,' says teachers' union president
Couchiching Beach swim advisory lifted by health unit

Couchiching Beach swim advisory lifted by health unit

Advisory was issued due to a higher-than-normal bacteria count
Police issue alert about 'high-risk offender' living in Barrie

Police issue alert about 'high-risk offender' living in Barrie

Tony Gordon, 30, recently released from custody after being convicted of sexual assault, break and enter, and trespassing/prowling at night