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Census data reveals interesting facts about Orillia, citizens

Census data reveals interesting facts about Orillia, citizens

Latest Census includes demographics, religious affiliation, income levels, housing situation, immigration and other interesting data
Author to discuss father's heroic military career in Orillia

Author to discuss father's heroic military career in Orillia

Jonathon Reid wrote a book about Capt. John Reid, who 'is said to have saved hundreds of lives' during Second World War
School board seeks special education advisory committee members

School board seeks special education advisory committee members

Deadline for applications is Nov. 4
ADOPT ME: Sally likes quiet time and cuddles

ADOPT ME: Sally likes quiet time and cuddles

Young calico would be best suited for quiet home as only cat or with another calm kitty
VIDEO: $50K reward offered in 2016 missing woman investigation

VIDEO: $50K reward offered in 2016 missing woman investigation

Karen 'Karebear' Thompson, who lived a 'transient' lifestyle, was last seen in July 2016; OPP say foul play is suspected
OPP officers nab four drivers accused of impaired

OPP officers nab four drivers accused of impaired

A 40-year-old woman, a 31-year-old woman, an 18-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman are facing charges; each lost their licence for 90 days
Tiny resident raises concerns after finding 46 dead ducks

Tiny resident raises concerns after finding 46 dead ducks

Grazyna Chochol made the sad discovery while walking along the beach near Lafontaine
Robotic pets bring 'soothing, calming' escape to retirement home

Robotic pets bring 'soothing, calming' escape to retirement home

Unique program has helped one woman overcome shyness and also assisted others in managing dementia symptoms, officials say
Orillia man faces charges following scary West Street incident

Orillia man faces charges following scary West Street incident

Man barricaded himself in townhouse unit until tactical officers finally 'engaged' with the suspect, who was brought into custody late Monday night
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

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