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Community Foundation grants available for local organizations

Community Foundation grants available for local organizations

Grant applications for four endowment funds open until Oct. 7
Former Olympic sprinter to sign autographs at local car show

Former Olympic sprinter to sign autographs at local car show

Ben Johnson, who 'likes Orillia and (likes) getting out of the city,' will be at Muscle Mouse Auto Spa on James Street on Aug. 28
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Social worker hopes to bring 'smart growth' in Ward 3 bid

Social worker hopes to bring 'smart growth' in Ward 3 bid

A lack of women in the race prompted Elizabeth Van Houtte to seek a place at city hall; 'I think political inspiration is always on simmer in my body'
Severe thunderstorm warning issued by Environment Canada

Severe thunderstorm warning issued by Environment Canada

Scattered thunderstorms have developed this afternoon. Local rainfall amounts of 50 mm are likely
History group hopes to reconnect through upcoming conference

History group hopes to reconnect through upcoming conference

'Our keynote speaker Dave Patterson is certainly a big selling point for us. His approach is somewhat controversial, I understand, but the subject is dispelling the myths of 1492,' says organizer
'Everyone deserves safe, affordable, hopeful place to call home'

'Everyone deserves safe, affordable, hopeful place to call home'

Shipping containers being turned into housing at Lucy's Place on Essa Road as Redwood Park Communities seeks out unique ways to alleviate Barrie's housing crisis
Community members rallying to protect turtles, habitat

Community members rallying to protect turtles, habitat

A group of residents and concerned parties is hosting an open Town Hall Meeting Aug. 26 in en effort to save turtles in Bracebridge
New restaurant serving up authentic Greek dishes in Orillia

New restaurant serving up authentic Greek dishes in Orillia

'When you go to Greece, this is what you expect to see,' says co-owner of Suvlaki Stix at Fittons West plaza
Unmarked police cruiser hit on way to a call; drivers injured

Unmarked police cruiser hit on way to a call; drivers injured

A 41-year-old man is facing criminal and liquor-related charges in wake of incident that happened Saturday night at 10 p.m., say OPP