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'Overwhelming' annual Ride for Dad motors through region

'Overwhelming' annual Ride for Dad motors through region

'It’s all about saving dads, grandfathers and uncles from prostate cancer,' says event president
Gordon Lightfoot tribute coming to Collingwood

Gordon Lightfoot tribute coming to Collingwood

If you missed the show in Orillia, Leisa Way and the Wayward Wind Band will be performing in June at John Saunders Centre
Wheels and Tracks in Motion rolling back into region

Wheels and Tracks in Motion rolling back into region

Event kicks off on June 10 and features historical construction machines, demonstrators practising their historical trade, and much more
Ministry orders inspection of 'unacceptable' conditions at facility

Ministry orders inspection of 'unacceptable' conditions at facility

Leacock Care Centre is also investigating resident's complaint and working with the ministry; 'They're doing damage control,' says resident advocating for 'positive' change
Inaugural Vintage Market draws a crowd to downtown Orillia

Inaugural Vintage Market draws a crowd to downtown Orillia

Event runs until 5 p.m.; 'People are getting out and being present in our downtown. That’s a success in my eyes'
Donations needed for Street Cats Rescue after shelter fire

Donations needed for Street Cats Rescue after shelter fire

Blaze on Friday 'was nothing short of terrifying,' organization says
<b>COLUMN:</b> National Donut Day is a sweet reason to celebrate

COLUMN: National Donut Day is a sweet reason to celebrate

First observed in 1938 to honour Salvation Army volunteers who served the popular snack to First World War soldiers, pastry lovers mark National Donut Day on June 2
<b>Poll:</b> Northern readers less likely to want Charles on our money

Poll: Northern readers less likely to want Charles on our money

Recent Village Media polls point to regional divide over the monarchy
Two blood donation clinics coming to Orillia in June

Two blood donation clinics coming to Orillia in June

More donors are needed to help keep Canada’s 'lifeline' strong, says Canadian Blood Services
<b>OP-ED:</b> Canada Water Agency applauded by councillors

OP-ED: Canada Water Agency applauded by councillors

'Protecting our watershed is too important to waste any more time ... we need all levels of government to do more — and faster,' say councillors