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Mike Burkett seeking fourth term as mayor of Severn Township

Mike Burkett seeking fourth term as mayor of Severn Township

'I believe my experience along with my solid relationship with the county, province and surrounding townships will serve all residents well,' says Burkett
Monday will be federal holiday to mark Queen's state funeral

Monday will be federal holiday to mark Queen's state funeral

While Sept. 19 will be a holiday for federal employees and those in federally regulated industries, it will be up to provincial and territorial governments to declare the holiday for the remaining workers
LETTER: New digital sign at Tudhope Park is a 'disgrace'

LETTER: New digital sign at Tudhope Park is a 'disgrace'

Letter writer says the new sign at Tudhope Park is a 'blight on an otherwise lovely view of the lake'
Orillia and District Camera Club puts focus on in-person meetings

Orillia and District Camera Club puts focus on in-person meetings

Monthly sessions will feature video of members’ photos, informative presentations about photography, workshops and more
Barenaked Ladies to perform at Casino Rama in November

Barenaked Ladies to perform at Casino Rama in November

Tickets go on sale to the general public on Saturday, Sept. 17
Nominations sought for Orillia Regional Arts and Heritage Awards

Nominations sought for Orillia Regional Arts and Heritage Awards

'We are excited to be able to once again honour our creatives and our heritage sector,' noted official, adding the nomination deadline is Oct. 21
Bivalent booster now available locally for priority groups

Bivalent booster now available locally for priority groups

As of this morning, eligible individuals can receive the bivalent booster at the recommended interval of at least six months from their previous dose
LETTER: College stands by program delivery for global students

LETTER: College stands by program delivery for global students

To accommodate students who could not travel to Canada and risked losing an entire semester, Georgian says it decided to modify some programs and provide flexibility
COVID-19 testing requirements lifted for unvaccinated city staff

COVID-19 testing requirements lifted for unvaccinated city staff

Council approves amendments easing several aspects of city's COVID-19 prevention policy, including mandatory vaccine education for unvaccinated staff
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

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