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Poor air quality may last through the week: Environment Canada

Poor air quality may last through the week: Environment Canada

Fires continue to burn in northern Ontario and Quebec, resulting in poor air quality for much of the province
COLUMN: Local 73-year-old woman found herself homeless

COLUMN: Local 73-year-old woman found herself homeless

When we think of people in a homeless shelter, how often do we think of seniors? It happens far more than you might think, says Lighthouse official
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
VIDEO: How many Canadians still smoke? More than you may think

VIDEO: How many Canadians still smoke? More than you may think

In a world first, Health Canada is ushering in new rules that will force cigarette makers to label each and every butt with a blunt warning; Will they actually work?
Council finally gives green light for 1,300 home development

Council finally gives green light for 1,300 home development

The West Ridge Trailside Neighbourhood includes plans for 1,300 homes along Line 15 North that could be home to more than 3,000 residents
Local Lawn Bowling Club 'excited' about new season

Local Lawn Bowling Club 'excited' about new season

'Lawn bowling is an opportunity to stay in touch with people you know from playing winter sports. It’s also a chance to meet new people,' said local lawn bowler
OPP arrest man after 911 calls about erratic driver on Hwy. 400

OPP arrest man after 911 calls about erratic driver on Hwy. 400

Vehicle was forcing other vehicles off the road as it headed south into Simcoe County, police say
City's recognition of National Indigenous History Month a 'good step'

City's recognition of National Indigenous History Month a 'good step'

'We are proud as a council … to be recognizing and celebrating the stories, culture and heritage of our friends, residents and neighbours' of Rama, says mayor
Orillia museum looking for artists to feature in annual exhibition

Orillia museum looking for artists to feature in annual exhibition

This year's exhibit reflects on Canada’s landscape despite its various challenges, like climate change, land claims, and loss of natural habitats
UPDATE: Barrie man charged in three-vehicle Hwy. 93 crash

UPDATE: Barrie man charged in three-vehicle Hwy. 93 crash

Highway 93 was closed north of Waverley between Ebenezer Sideroad and Highway 12 for eight hours today; 3 people were injured in the crash