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Take the 'No Hot Pets pledge' this long weekend: Ontario SPCA

Take the 'No Hot Pets pledge' this long weekend: Ontario SPCA

Parked cars can quickly reach deadly temperatures, even on relatively mild days with the car parked in the shade and the windows open
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Huntsville man facing luring, child pornography charges

Huntsville man facing luring, child pornography charges

Police seized electronic devices from man's home last month
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Two Orillia residents charged in Davey Drive drug investigation

Two Orillia residents charged in Davey Drive drug investigation

Police seized drugs and brass knuckles; OPP say 43-year-old man and 17-year-old male are each facing multiple charges
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SIU reopens investigation into man's injuries in Bracebridge

SIU reopens investigation into man's injuries in Bracebridge

The SIU reopened the case Wednesday 'based on new evidence received and a further review of the medical records'
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'Very depressing': Many at Lighthouse, relying on food bank want to move but can't find a home

'Very depressing': Many at Lighthouse, relying on food bank want to move but can't find a home

Housing support worker at Lighthouse was forced to live at the shelter temporarily and had to leave town to find affordable housing; 'We’re doing all we can, but unfortunately it’s not enough,' concedes Orillia mayor
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Orillia Summer Nights series a sizzling hit at local parks

Orillia Summer Nights series a sizzling hit at local parks

'I really do love to play for people. And this is a bit of a change from playing with an orchestra,' says violinist, who was one of three acts at Hillcrest Park event
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Orillia filmmaker seeking volunteer actors for upcoming TV pilot

Orillia filmmaker seeking volunteer actors for upcoming TV pilot

'With the U.S. writers’ strike, they are going to want Canadian TV shows. That’s why I’ve decided to make this project in my hometown of Orillia,' says Zach Cox
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ADOPT ME: Onyx will make a good lap cat

ADOPT ME: Onyx will make a good lap cat

A quiet home would be best for this sweet girl
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Strong winds, large hail possible with afternoon thunderstorms

Strong winds, large hail possible with afternoon thunderstorms

Environment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for the region
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Orillia Royals sweep aside Innisfil, will meet Creemore in finals

Orillia Royals sweep aside Innisfil, will meet Creemore in finals

Junior Royals looking for redemption against Creemore who defeated Orillia last year; Game time is 8 p.m. tonight at Jerry Udell diamond at Tudhope Park
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