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Lt. Gov. warns area citizens not to take democracy 'for granted'

Lt. Gov. warns area citizens not to take democracy 'for granted'

'It’s clear that democracies in the world are very fragile ... we need to be very vigilant,' says Ontario Lieutenant Governor Elizabeth Dowdeswell during visit to area
Waypoint virtual course gives first-aid tips for mental health

Waypoint virtual course gives first-aid tips for mental health

Participants will learn six-step action plan to help loved ones, colleagues, friends and neighbours cope with mental health or substance-use issues
Lakehead holding open house for prospective students

Lakehead holding open house for prospective students

Visitors to Saturday's event can learn about university experience, bursary opportunities
Armed kidnapping sparked heavy police presence in Barrie

Armed kidnapping sparked heavy police presence in Barrie

Incident began in Vaughan when suspects kidnapped a woman and then later held her at a residence in Barrie; Pair of suspects face multiple charges
New community outreach worker vows to make a difference downtown

New community outreach worker vows to make a difference downtown

'I think this role is really helpful, in that it can help connect those people to the services' they need, say Eden Schwartz, who works out of the Orillia Public Library
Wasaga Beach man dies after crashing into hydro pole

Wasaga Beach man dies after crashing into hydro pole

A 68-year-old man was taken to hospital, where he was pronounced dead, police say
Severn mom authors children's book teaching vital life lessons

Severn mom authors children's book teaching vital life lessons

'I really wanted to bring lessons that I teach my own kids into the world in the best way possible,' says author of book that will be part of an ongoing series
This week in OrilliaMatters+: Cash in time for Christmas could be yours!

This week in OrilliaMatters+: Cash in time for Christmas could be yours!

Plus, we get Up Close & Personal with Kelly Hrudey
ADOPT ME: Juniper is an affectionate boy

ADOPT ME: Juniper is an affectionate boy

Four-year-old tabby is in need of a loving home
Simcoe County public schools will close Friday

Simcoe County public schools will close Friday

News of OPSEU walk-out prompted board to close schools tomorrow