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Cathy Keane seeking re-election in Ward 3 of Oro-Medonte

Cathy Keane seeking re-election in Ward 3 of Oro-Medonte

Keane says she has 'an obligation to consider the diverse needs of families while maintaining the rural tapestry of Oro-Medonte'
Phil Brennan acclaimed as Ward 3 councillor in Severn Township

Phil Brennan acclaimed as Ward 3 councillor in Severn Township

Brennan said he wants 'to support the people in our community and I believe that now, more than ever we are on a threshold in developing a new sustainable lifestyle'
Disinformation, fake profiles causing real issues in Oro-Medonte

Disinformation, fake profiles causing real issues in Oro-Medonte

Current members of council, citizens groups being targeted; Mayor Harry Hughes says reality of going door to door paints a different picture
COLUMN: Hold the pumpkin spice ... it's apple season!

COLUMN: Hold the pumpkin spice ... it's apple season!

'From my first taste of homemade apple sauce, to enjoying a big slice of Gramma's apple pie with ice cream, to making my very first apple crisp as a budding young cook, the humble apple has always played its part,' writes food columnist
West Street bridge construction forcing ramp closures next week

West Street bridge construction forcing ramp closures next week

Off-ramps will be closed until Oct. 3; Ministry official says construction of bridge, with sidewalk and bike lane, is 'on track and on schedule'
COLUMN: Four ways to ward off the flu this season

COLUMN: Four ways to ward off the flu this season

Local dietitian encourages people to get flu shot, take other measures to stay safe and healthy this fall
Newcomer to Coldwater seeks a seat on Severn Township council

Newcomer to Coldwater seeks a seat on Severn Township council

Running in the 2018 provincial and 2019 federal election 'allowed me to meet many people while learning about the concerns and issues we face,' says Dan Janssen
T.B. Mitchell made his mark in Orillia via furniture, funerals

T.B. Mitchell made his mark in Orillia via furniture, funerals

By 1890 Mitchell was one of the largest dealers in furniture as well as carpet, sewing machines, musical instruments and picture frames
COLUMN: Stay in your lane... to the left?

COLUMN: Stay in your lane... to the left?

The 'fast lane' seems to be the domain of the 'late-for-work' crowd, the jacked-up pickup truck warrior and the kamikaze sport-bike pilots, but should it be, asks commuter
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices