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Show us those ugly Christmas sweaters!

Show us those ugly Christmas sweaters!

Send us your photos for use in a future OrilliaMatters gallery
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Tay Township mourns passing of Deputy Mayor Jim Crawford

Tay Township mourns passing of Deputy Mayor Jim Crawford

Crawford first elected to council in 2014 and was officially sworn in as deputy mayor Dec. 6
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Christina Aguilera concert cancelled

Christina Aguilera concert cancelled

Originally scheduled for Thursday, October 11 at Casino Rama Resort
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HRC not among properties province is trying to sell

HRC not among properties province is trying to sell

MPP Jill Dunlop said she is 'hopeful' the prime, lakeside property will be made available; 'I do think it's a good idea,' she says
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Police seek assistance in multi-snowmobile theft investigation <b>(3 photos)</b>

Police seek assistance in multi-snowmobile theft investigation (3 photos)

Three motorized snow vehicles stolen from Oro-Medonte business
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Fallis loses last-ditch bid for evening meetings

Fallis loses last-ditch bid for evening meetings

Trial for afternoon council committee meetings gets green light; Fallis said people thought change made council 'more exclusive and less accessible'
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Cannabis stores on every Orillia street corner? Not likely!

Cannabis stores on every Orillia street corner? Not likely!

Policy advisor provides sobering stats and data on retail cannabis; Orillia must decide by Jan. 22 if it will allow retail cannabis stores
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Paramedics' Toy Drive hits high gear

Paramedics' Toy Drive hits high gear

New, unwrapped toys will be accepted at various locations and parades until Dec. 17
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Police investigate multiple province-wide bomb threats

Police investigate multiple province-wide bomb threats

The threats were sent via email, targeting businesses and institutions, demanding a payment in bitcoins
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Want to take part in the Christmas bird count?

Want to take part in the Christmas bird count?

It's a great way to explore nature while helping our feathered friends
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