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Charity Ski Day event returns, aims to raise $15,000 for OSMH

Charity Ski Day event returns, aims to raise $15,000 for OSMH

'Specifically, during the pandemic, we’ve felt that our hospital is in great need of some additional support,' says Subaru of Orillia general manager
ADOPT ME: Blind, bonded brothers have love to share

ADOPT ME: Blind, bonded brothers have love to share

Noir and Omar ended up at Orillia shelter after suffering from eye infections in Egypt
Comfie Cat Shelter purring 'full speed ahead' under new top dog

Comfie Cat Shelter purring 'full speed ahead' under new top dog

'It’s a lot of work, but it’s also very rewarding,' says new manager of Comfie Cat Shelter, who says the facility has 'a good direction and good ideas going forward'
Two families sought for Habitat for Humanity build in Gravenhurst

Two families sought for Habitat for Humanity build in Gravenhurst

The two-bedroom homes will be energy efficient, suitable for individuals or small families, and with universal accessibility, will be built for equity and inclusivity
Majesty of trumpeter swans a testament to local volunteers

Majesty of trumpeter swans a testament to local volunteers

'One person can make an enormous difference,' says local volunteer who jokes she has 'swanitis' after falling in love with the unique creatures
Community support for local theatre group earns standing ovation

Community support for local theatre group earns standing ovation

CDC funding for Mariposa Arts Theatre made creating warehouse, rehearsal space easier and that has translated into success on the stage
Former news anchor speaking at International Women's Day event

Former news anchor speaking at International Women's Day event

Jayne Pritchard will be the keynote speaker at March 8 luncheon
'A major issue': Local victim services warn of human trafficking

'A major issue': Local victim services warn of human trafficking

'To give people knowledge of what is happening can create support. Not only sex trafficking, but labour trafficking as well is something we see in this area,' said official
ADOPT ME: Who's going to bounce this bunny from shelter?

ADOPT ME: Who's going to bounce this bunny from shelter?

Four-month-old bunny loves toys, treats and head scratches
Passionate, driving force behind Comfie Cat Shelter retires

Passionate, driving force behind Comfie Cat Shelter retires

Barb MacLeod started the shelter from a garage in 2005; Matt Wimpory is taking the reins as new shelter manager and vows to continue to 'make a positive impact'