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Orillia athlete makes history, wins World Cup event in France

Orillia athlete makes history, wins World Cup event in France

'It was a great day for the team from Orillia' as Ava Holmgren became the first Canadian to top the podium at a World Cup cyclocross event in Europe
COLUMN: Champlain monument does not tell the whole story

COLUMN: Champlain monument does not tell the whole story

'It is tortuous and hurtful to have a constant reminder of these dark places in the history of our people,' says local elder of controversial Champlain monument
Barrie officer pleads guilty to assault, resigns from force

Barrie officer pleads guilty to assault, resigns from force

Barrie police say Jason Stamp, who entered a guilty plea today, resigned Friday, Jan. 27
CANADA: Bobby Hull, first NHLer to score more than 50 goals, dead at 84

CANADA: Bobby Hull, first NHLer to score more than 50 goals, dead at 84

NHL Alumni Association announced his death this morning
Ronnie Douglas Band to perform at Roots North Music Festival

Ronnie Douglas Band to perform at Roots North Music Festival

Two-time Maple Blues Award nominees will perform on the main stage during April festival
Body found in burning vehicle after Blue Mountains crash: OPP

Body found in burning vehicle after Blue Mountains crash: OPP

Police say SUV was travelling northbound when it left the roadway and continued down an embankment, where it stopped and caught fire
Artist Life Stories series returning to Orillia Opera House

Artist Life Stories series returning to Orillia Opera House

Susan Aglukark, Debra Brown, April Verch, Valdy will provide glimpse behind the scenes during local vists
PROFILE: Christine Hager a behind-the-scenes pillar of local art

PROFILE: Christine Hager a behind-the-scenes pillar of local art

'I am not an artist. I do not paint or sculpt anything … but I love art. It’s part of your soul ...People just need to open up their eyes and recognize that,' said Hager
LETTER: Hazel McCallion was a 'tremendous public servant'

LETTER: Hazel McCallion was a 'tremendous public servant'

'Hazel McCallion will never be replaced, but everyone who goes into public service should try to replicate her,' letter writer says
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

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