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Lakehead researchers receive more than $300K in grant funding

Lakehead researchers receive more than $300K in grant funding

Dr. Meridith Lovell-Johnston of Orillia campus received $61,000 for project inspired by impact of post-secondary schools moving online due to COVID-19
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It 'feels amazing': Bear Creek Kodiaks claim GB football crown

It 'feels amazing': Bear Creek Kodiaks claim GB football crown

'This is more than I could ever ask for and I’m thankful for the opportunity,' says Bear Creek's Ellliott Barber
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Rotary rinks on ice indefinitely as city probes Legionella cause

Rotary rinks on ice indefinitely as city probes Legionella cause

'The city is working with an engineering firm to investigate options and costing necessary to provide solutions' in effort to determine root cause of issue, official says
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Protect against 'triple threat' of illnesses: health unit

Protect against 'triple threat' of illnesses: health unit

Recommendations come amid spike in flu, RSV cases causing children to end up in ICUs
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This week in OrilliaMatters+: Enter for a chance to win $500 in Christmas cash!

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Tractor-trailers crash, force closure of Highway 11 South

Tractor-trailers crash, force closure of Highway 11 South

The south lanes of the highway have been shut down at Coldwater Road, police say
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OSMH hosting in-person hiring day Saturday

OSMH hosting in-person hiring day Saturday

Jobs will be offered 'to those who demonstrate a commitment to care and have the skills needed for the role,' says OSMH official
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Highway 11 reopened following serious crash (UPDATE)

Highway 11 reopened following serious crash (UPDATE)

One person was seriously injured in the three-vehicle collision in which one vehicle rolled over and landed on its roof, OPP say
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Orillia man accused of murder in Collingwood in court today

Orillia man accused of murder in Collingwood in court today

John Collins, who is accused of killing Kay Kriston, of Collingwood, is facing the charges in an ongoing court case
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Heads up! Alert Ready system to be tested this afternoon

Heads up! Alert Ready system to be tested this afternoon

Test alert scheduled to go out at 12:55 p.m. in Ontario
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