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Business owners flex charitable muscles to support OSMH

Business owners flex charitable muscles to support OSMH

Owners of CrossFit Orillia, Mr. Sub on West Street donate $20K to hospital foundation
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Circular economy means always keeping an eye on sustainability

Circular economy means always keeping an eye on sustainability

Sustainable Orillia teaming up with weRcircular to raise awareness about how businesses, organizations and individuals can reduce waste and preserve quality of life
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That's a wrap: Buddy Up for COPE raises over $42K

That's a wrap: Buddy Up for COPE raises over $42K

Buddy Up for COPE challenged Barrie and Simcoe County residents to partner with a service dog for unique fundraiser
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Smile Cookie campaign an 'amazing' success for youth centre

Smile Cookie campaign an 'amazing' success for youth centre

More than $62,000 was raised in record-breaking local campaign; Support from community is 'incredibly gratifying,' says Orillia Youth Centre official
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OrilliaMatters surprises a kind-hearted PSW with a Random Act of Kindness

OrilliaMatters surprises a kind-hearted PSW with a Random Act of Kindness

We surprise Kerry Collins to thank her for going above and beyond in her role caring for community members
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Driver seriously injured in early-morning Highway 400 collision

Driver seriously injured in early-morning Highway 400 collision

Single-vehicle crash closes lanes of Highway 400 South in Georgian Bay Township
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Area man feeling 'so happy' after $100K lottery win

Area man feeling 'so happy' after $100K lottery win

Geoffrey Ross said plans for his windfall include paying off his car, a bathroom and kitchen renovation and setting the rest aside
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Paramedic call volume up in 2021, 2022: county officials

Paramedic call volume up in 2021, 2022: county officials

The 'staffing issues experienced across health care continue to impact our response times,' notes report
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Author to reflect on life, battles of famed artist A.Y. Jackson

Author to reflect on life, battles of famed artist A.Y. Jackson

Douglas Hunter will talk about 'Jackson's wars' at annual Carmichael Art History Fundraiser which will raise money for 'much-needed equipment and supplies'
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BEHIND THE SCENES: Planning a funeral for two fallen officers

BEHIND THE SCENES: Planning a funeral for two fallen officers

Village Media journalist Shawn Gibson talks about the preparations for Thursday's service to honour Morgan Russell and Devon Northrup, who were killed last week in the line of duty
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