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'Disappointing' staff shortage at Big Chute a concern for boaters

'Disappointing' staff shortage at Big Chute a concern for boaters

'Its operation is challenging and complex, and many variables need to be considered,' said spokesperson, noting training needs to be done 'in real time'
Health unit emerges from pandemic mode, shifts focus to recovery

Health unit emerges from pandemic mode, shifts focus to recovery

Gardner says mortality rate during pandemic could have been 20 times worse had there not been such a high level of co-operation
COLUMN: Are we loving monarch butterflies to death?

COLUMN: Are we loving monarch butterflies to death?

Whenever people meddle with wildlife the ripple effects, the second steps, the hidden threats, the side effects, must be looked at and respected, warns columnist
Kayaking couple charged for not having life jackets

Kayaking couple charged for not having life jackets

Ontario Provincial Police were patrolling Lake Simcoe on Canada Day
School board celebrates EcoSchools certifications

School board celebrates EcoSchools certifications

Thirty-eight schools, including several in Orillia area, earned certification in 2022-23
LETTER: Push politicians to prioritize affordable housing

LETTER: Push politicians to prioritize affordable housing

'It is crucial for our local politicians to recognize their power and responsibility in shaping housing policy,' says letter writer
'A great night': Fireworks cap day of Canada Day festivities

'A great night': Fireworks cap day of Canada Day festivities

'It's really busy,' says official of fireworks event that, despite parking issues, drew thousands of people to new temporary venue at Tudhope Park
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
'You never move on, you just move forward,' says NHLer's widow

'You never move on, you just move forward,' says NHLer's widow

Barrie native Emily Cave has penned a book about love, loss and overcoming grief following husband Colby Cave's death in 2020
Library offering reading clubs, programs for kids this summer

Library offering reading clubs, programs for kids this summer

TD Summer Reading Club registration opens July 3 and offers a chance to win weekly prize draws and an 'exciting grand prize,' officials say