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'It took a toll': Owner, dog located following violent attack

'It took a toll': Owner, dog located following violent attack

'She’s still in pretty bad shape,' says victim's husband, adding they are 'seriously considering' pressing charges
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Georgian Bay Native Friendship Centre gets grant to fight racism

Georgian Bay Native Friendship Centre gets grant to fight racism

Province providing $40K over two years to Midland-based organization
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Strong, gusty winds expected in Orillia: Environment Canada

Strong, gusty winds expected in Orillia: Environment Canada

Wind gusts up to 70 and 90 km/h are possible beginning Wednesday afternoon
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COVID-19 outbreak at OSMH declared over

COVID-19 outbreak at OSMH declared over

Eleven patients tested positive when outbreak was declared last month
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Tim Lauer looking for a seventh term on council in Ward 4 bid

Tim Lauer looking for a seventh term on council in Ward 4 bid

'I think every new council needs a good mix of fresh ideas and experience, and I think I can provide both,' says Ward 4 candidate
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Lakehead honours Orillia grad, local visionary with awards

Lakehead honours Orillia grad, local visionary with awards

Sami Pritchard receives Trailblazer Award, while late Sue Mulcahy recognized with honorary membership
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Look who was dancing for hope in our area this weekend

Look who was dancing for hope in our area this weekend

Gurdeep Pandher of the Yukon’s social media following exploded throughout the pandemic while posting videos of himself dancing in an effort to share 'joy, hope and positivity'
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Oro-Medonte man charged with impaired following 3-vehicle crash

Oro-Medonte man charged with impaired following 3-vehicle crash

'There was absolutely no regard for human life nor an attempt to stop the truck,' says man who witnessed Friday's 'significant collision'
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OPP warns Canadians of Hurricane Fiona phone scam

OPP warns Canadians of Hurricane Fiona phone scam

Scammers make fraudulent phone calls claiming to be from government agencies offering assistance for Hurricane Fiona
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Orillia's Common Roof hosting pop-up vaccine clinic Thursday

Orillia's Common Roof hosting pop-up vaccine clinic Thursday

Walk-ins for individuals aged 5 years and older will be available, including the bivalent booster dose for people 18 years of age and older
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