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Expect increased police patrols near schools this week: OPP

Expect increased police patrols near schools this week: OPP

Police remind drivers to stop for buses, obey crossing guards and watch their speed in school zones
Paddleboarder drowns near Huntsville

Paddleboarder drowns near Huntsville

Thornhill man fell from paddleboard Sunday and didn't resurface: OPP
Ontario Housing Minister Steve Clark resigns in wake of Greenbelt controversy

Ontario Housing Minister Steve Clark resigns in wake of Greenbelt controversy

TORONTO — Ontario Housing Minister Steve Clark has resigned from his cabinet role. He announced the decision in a letter to Premier Doug Ford shared on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter.
Gordon Lightfoot tribute coming to downtown Barrie next weekend

Gordon Lightfoot tribute coming to downtown Barrie next weekend

Toronto-based singer-songwriter Jerry Leger will perform at Meridian Place stage Sept. 9 as part of all-day event
LETTER: Reader '100 per cent boycotting' farmers' market

LETTER: Reader '100 per cent boycotting' farmers' market

So many people have 'a complete lack of understanding of the LGBT community,' says letter writer
Orillia Fall Fair returns to ODAS Park next weekend

Orillia Fall Fair returns to ODAS Park next weekend

Event returning to two-day format; 'It’s a family tradition that has been celebrated through many generations,' says park manager
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
'Great family memories': Kawartha Dairy turns 86 this year

'Great family memories': Kawartha Dairy turns 86 this year

Company started by Jack and Ila Crowe in 1937 now operates 10 stores, including one in Orillia
LETTER: What's in a Bee City designation?

LETTER: What's in a Bee City designation?

City should see how other designated municipalities are taking action, says letter writer
COLUMN: Peaches hold juiciness of a perfect summer

COLUMN: Peaches hold juiciness of a perfect summer

'There is no wrong way to enjoy a peach, either fresh from the fruit basket or in one of many excellent sweet or savoury dishes,' says food columnist