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Collision at Hwy. 400 ramp sends five to hospital

Collision at Hwy. 400 ramp sends five to hospital

Sunday morning crash remains under investigation, OPP say
'Fabulous' Sprockets and Brushes turn trail heads into works of art

'Fabulous' Sprockets and Brushes turn trail heads into works of art

'Every artist from various locations in Simcoe County put their own spin on their art for an array of styles and colours,' said ODAC official of county-wide project
Unique local art project was 'a healing and learning experience'

Unique local art project was 'a healing and learning experience'

Four local artists wrap up 10-month project of interpreting Seven Grandfather teachings through art at downtown Orillia studio with a focus on wisdom
COLUMN: Oh deer! Beware and be careful on local roads

COLUMN: Oh deer! Beware and be careful on local roads

'Larger mammals, such as deer, moose and bear, pose real threats to both your vehicle and your personal well-being,' warns columnist
'Instant anger': Twenty-six cats abandoned at Barrie vet clinic

'Instant anger': Twenty-six cats abandoned at Barrie vet clinic

Cats will likely cost the shelter about $12,000 to have them spayed and neutered, as well as various medications, and surgery for at least one
COLUMN: Time to top up and tidy up the garden

COLUMN: Time to top up and tidy up the garden

Master gardener urges fellow green thumbs to check out bulb catalogues and order spring flowering bulbs before they are sold out
'A big honour': Acclaimed local runner to get her own special day

'A big honour': Acclaimed local runner to get her own special day

'She’s a role model to our youth ... (and) a symbol of resiliency,' says Am Shalom Congregation president of accomplished runner
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Poll: Overwhelmingly, you chose 'Oppenheimer' over 'Barbie'

Poll: Overwhelmingly, you chose 'Oppenheimer' over 'Barbie'

Our first idea was that it was July and readers needed a break from weighty political topics, so we would have a poll about summer movies. But when the results came in, there was a puzzle to solve.
Heavy police presence in Mary, Douglas Street area tonight

Heavy police presence in Mary, Douglas Street area tonight

The OPP are 'advising residents to avoid the area and to stay indoors' while various police units are on the scene for the investigation