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'Very difficult': Lighthouse braces for winter amid surging need

'Very difficult': Lighthouse braces for winter amid surging need

'We have 15 people on what we call our triage list almost every day,' lamented Lighthouse executive director Linda Goodall of rising needs within the community
'MPPs need to feel the pressure': Sunday rally on tap in Orillia

'MPPs need to feel the pressure': Sunday rally on tap in Orillia

'The purpose of the event is to draw attention to these short-sighted and anti-democratic attacks on the environment and our communities,' said organizer of Orillia event
Candlelight parade to light up downtown Orillia Friday night

Candlelight parade to light up downtown Orillia Friday night

Over 80,000 twinkling lights and 34 warm light spheres, and six large illuminated décor pieces will line the streets of downtown Orillia
Simcoe County paramedic wins $100K Encore prize

Simcoe County paramedic wins $100K Encore prize

'I was in complete shock. I had to ask my husband to double check' the numbers, said Laura Sega who plans to put winnings toward new home
'So excited': Six county residents split $100K Encore prize

'So excited': Six county residents split $100K Encore prize

'I am glad we get to share this win together. It’s a little bit of financial freedom,' says one of the victorious co-workers
ADOPT ME: Yin is an independent girl

ADOPT ME: Yin is an independent girl

Six-year-old cat would be best suited to a senior home
Coldest Night of the Year seeks to raise $200,000 in 2023

Coldest Night of the Year seeks to raise $200,000 in 2023

The Lighthouse is hosting the 10th annual event to support 'people experiencing hunger, hurt, and homelessness in Simcoe County'
Bundle up: Santa Claus parade rolling into town Saturday night

Bundle up: Santa Claus parade rolling into town Saturday night

Chamber of commerce releases details, including parade route, ahead of the return of one of community's most popular public events
LETTER: Bill 23 rings environmental 'alarm bells'

LETTER: Bill 23 rings environmental 'alarm bells'

'Hiding these provisions within an omnibus bill is such a sly way of passing legislation,' says letter writer
'A privilege' to serve: Ron Stevens receives key to Severn Township

'A privilege' to serve: Ron Stevens receives key to Severn Township

'It has been a very rewarding experience that has added significance to my career and given me a great sense of accomplishment,' said Stevens after 43 years on council