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Snowmobilers get ‘400-series’ upgrade through Trillium grant

Snowmobilers get ‘400-series’ upgrade through Trillium grant

At peak times, ‘over 300 snowmobiles an hour cross this bridge,’ says Georgian Bay Snowriders board member on Wye Marsh area overpass
Olivia, Noah topped list of baby names in Ontario for 2021

Olivia, Noah topped list of baby names in Ontario for 2021

Liam was the second-most popular boy name again, while Ella has been added to the top-10 list for girls
Volunteers pack nearly 48K meals for Indigenous communities

Volunteers pack nearly 48K meals for Indigenous communities

'My favourite part of the event is seeing all generations serving together and having fun at the same time,' says co-ordinator
Toys for Tickets campaign brings in $2,600 for local kids

Toys for Tickets campaign brings in $2,600 for local kids

'Each generous donation makes an impact and with the rising cost of living, the need is greater than ever,' says Orillia mayor
Family shreds together in honour of child with rare condition

Family shreds together in honour of child with rare condition

Family hoping to raise $10K this year in honour of three-year-old daughter Jax, who requires frequent hospital visits because of Supraventricular Tachycardia
Bracebridge lottery winner 'still in disbelief'

Bracebridge lottery winner 'still in disbelief'

Grandmother wins $250,000 playing Instant Sonic Multiplier; Winning ticket purchased at Circle K on Wellington Street in Bracebridge
Number of city council meetings significantly cut down this term

Number of city council meetings significantly cut down this term

With council and committee meetings happening the same day, Coun. Fallis concerned there will be less opportunity for public input
Orillia SPCA has six new bunnies for adoption

Orillia SPCA has six new bunnies for adoption

Organization says bunnies are great pets if you lead a busy life, but are looking for a furry friend to complete your family
Province announces Collingwood hospital will get MRI lab

Province announces Collingwood hospital will get MRI lab

Health Minister Sylvia Jones was in the region today to deliver the news; Nearest MRI labs to Collingwood are Barrie, Owen Sound and Orillia
Barlow selected to play in Top Prospects Game

Barlow selected to play in Top Prospects Game

Orillia-born forward among 15 OHLers chosen to play in Jan. 25 game at the Langley Events Centre