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Tenants 'lost everything' in 'frightening' triplex fire (3 photos)

Tenants 'lost everything' in 'frightening' triplex fire (3 photos)

Gofundme accounts have been set up to assist the three uninsured tenants; 'I’m just thankful that everyone was able to get out. That’s what’s important,' says tenant
COLUMN: Ugly sweaters, a feast, story telling put the 'fun' in fundraiser

COLUMN: Ugly sweaters, a feast, story telling put the 'fun' in fundraiser

There are lots of festive events on the calendar and unique ways to support local charities and local businesses, says arts columnist
Ho Ho Ho! Santas hit city streets to raise money for charity

Ho Ho Ho! Santas hit city streets to raise money for charity

Teachers from Orchard Park dressed up in Santa suits to run around town for Make a Wish Foundation; 'It's an important cause,' says teacher of 'life-changing' work
Four new COVID cases reported at three Orillia schools

Four new COVID cases reported at three Orillia schools

There are two new cases at Orchard Park, one at Monsignor Lee and one at OSS, according to today's report
Thousands of Simcoe-Muskoka kids already booked for COVID vaccine

Thousands of Simcoe-Muskoka kids already booked for COVID vaccine

Vaccinations for kids between 5 and 11 years old start tomorrow and almost 7,000 already have appointments booked to receive their first dose
Georgian gets $168K boost from province for mental health supports

Georgian gets $168K boost from province for mental health supports

'Mental health is health, and I’m glad to see this support being provided to help the next generations achieve their goals,' says Barrie-area MPP
Third arrest made in connection to human remains discovery in Huntsville

Third arrest made in connection to human remains discovery in Huntsville

Among the charges is accessory after the fact for the offence of indignity to human remains
Mom takes 'leap of faith,' opens children's store in downtown Orillia

Mom takes 'leap of faith,' opens children's store in downtown Orillia

'People here have realized how important shopping local is and I feel like now is the best time to open this business,' says owner of new children's store
Barrie family 'devastated' after thieves steal dog (4 photos)

Barrie family 'devastated' after thieves steal dog (4 photos)

Police official says Orwell Crescent neighbour tried to intervene, but was dragged by the getaway vehicle, a black Honda Civic
Three Orillia residents among 60 new COVID cases in region today

Three Orillia residents among 60 new COVID cases in region today

A Barrie resident has died after contracting COVID-19, say officials; There are also two new cases in Ramara, one in Severn and one in Oro-Medonte