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LETTER: International students not getting 'college experience'

LETTER: International students not getting 'college experience'

'If students wanted an online education, they could have stayed home and saved a lot of money for their accommodations and other living expenses,' says letter writer
Local group completes lifelong 'dream' of cycling across Canada

Local group completes lifelong 'dream' of cycling across Canada

'It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience,' says Orillia cyclist of 5,000-kilometre journey; 'Everywhere we went was always amazing'
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Poilievre wins Conservative leadership on first ballot

Poilievre wins Conservative leadership on first ballot

Party veteran and former cabinet minister known for combative style captured a resounding victory Saturday night in Ottawa
Killing it on stage: Volunteer’s love of theatre a family affair

Killing it on stage: Volunteer’s love of theatre a family affair

'It’s like you’re a member of a really fun club that’s sole purpose is to put on plays,' explains Maggie Killing, a volunteer set designer, painter and decorator for 25 years
Motorcyclist suffers life-threatening injuries in collision

Motorcyclist suffers life-threatening injuries in collision

The 55-year-old was transported to a local hospital and then airlifted to Toronto
Orillia Fall Fair attracts thousands to ODAS Park (10 photos)

Orillia Fall Fair attracts thousands to ODAS Park (10 photos)

'Everyone is excited to be back for a normal fair,' says manager, who admitted some missed the popular midway and annual animal competitions
County's Quilt, Rug and Artisan Fair is back after two years

County's Quilt, Rug and Artisan Fair is back after two years

Local artisans’ guilds will be displaying their handicrafts and demonstrating traditional crafts like embroidery, quilting, spinning, weaving, rug hooking, lacemaking and more.
Lawnbowling club donates $1,000 to Parkinson's (9 photos)

Lawnbowling club donates $1,000 to Parkinson's (9 photos)

The local club hosted its last fun tournament of the year this week, following a successful charity breakfast to aid research into Parkinson's
Ukrainian family moves to Orillia, grateful for community support

Ukrainian family moves to Orillia, grateful for community support

'A lot of people helped us with anything we’ve needed,' says Ukrainian refugee. 'We are really lucky to be here, and we appreciate everyone who has helped us'