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Pair of OPP officers charged in towing industry investigation

Pair of OPP officers charged in towing industry investigation

The charges stem from an investigation into allegations of misconduct in the towing industry
Orillia veteran 'forges' joy by making unique metal poppies

Orillia veteran 'forges' joy by making unique metal poppies

'This is just a hobby for me. I’m glad people like the art and it gives them joy to wear them,' says Orillia man who donates all proceeds to the Legion
Suspended Barrie doctor wants to take fight to appeal court

Suspended Barrie doctor wants to take fight to appeal court

Dr. Crystal Luchkiw's lawyer says neither the government nor the College of Physicians and Surgeons can put a 'gag' on what doctors say
Blue-green algae bloom confirmed in Orillia

Blue-green algae bloom confirmed in Orillia

Health unit provides safety tips after bloom found in Smith's Bay in Lake Simcoe
British man donates Second World War truck to local museum group

British man donates Second World War truck to local museum group

Group 'is fortunate to own a running example that it plans to use to promote the Base Borden Military Museum'
Orillia warming centre is one of several in Simcoe County

Orillia warming centre is one of several in Simcoe County

Centres to open this winter on nights where Environment Canada predicts overnight temperatures to fall below -15 degrees Celsius for at least two hours
Wye Marsh to tap into basics of maple syrup at upcoming workshop

Wye Marsh to tap into basics of maple syrup at upcoming workshop

Hosted by the Wye Marsh Sap Suckers volunteer group, an introductory workshop from sap to sweetwater to syrup will be taking place Saturday
Long-time Barrie mayor eyes district chair post in Muskoka

Long-time Barrie mayor eyes district chair post in Muskoka

'Many of the challenges facing Muskoka are those I believe I can bring my energy and experience to addressing,' says outgoing Barrie mayor, who did not seek fourth term
'Devastating': Popular family restaurant in Washago closes doors

'Devastating': Popular family restaurant in Washago closes doors

'Inflation is astronomical and soaring out of control' while labour shortage worsens, making running a restaurant a 'losing battle,' owner laments