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Grant helps bird feeder program at local seniors homes take off

Grant helps bird feeder program at local seniors homes take off

'They are great therapy for our residents and their guests who come to visit,' says hospice official of unique program created by Orillia's Bird House Nature Company
'Big surprise': Soldiers' jackpot winner rings in 2023 with $24k

'Big surprise': Soldiers' jackpot winner rings in 2023 with $24k

Erika Rushak completed a placement at OSMH while earning her nursing degree at York and purchased 50/50 tickets to support the Orillia hospital
Charity world record snowmobile event revs up Midland

Charity world record snowmobile event revs up Midland

February snowmobile run in Midland bay will challenge for Guinness record in Sledheads 4 Kids event
Volunteers needed for World Cup event coming to Blue Mountain

Volunteers needed for World Cup event coming to Blue Mountain

‘It’s a really big deal from a world-of-snowboarding perspective,’ says Collingwood-based volunteer of World Cup event, which runs Jan. 26-27
Local woman named Alpine Ontario volunteer of the year

Local woman named Alpine Ontario volunteer of the year

'It's a wonderful recognition': Kris Baird, a Wasaga Beach resident, has received the Alpine Ontario Fasken Volunteer of the Year Award
VIDEO: Dippers take chilly plunge into Kempenfelt Bay

VIDEO: Dippers take chilly plunge into Kempenfelt Bay

'After the initial feeling, it's great': More than 100 people participated in annual event that also benefits the Barrie Food Bank
ADOPT ME: Big Foot is a senior who needs space to roam

ADOPT ME: Big Foot is a senior who needs space to roam

Nine-year-old cat would do best in an environment with a safe, secure yard
Volunteer food bank provides relief to Georgian students in need

Volunteer food bank provides relief to Georgian students in need

Shortly after his election as VP of sustainability, Krishi Ka Patel confronted by increase of college students attending Food Locker, to a peak of almost 150 requests per week
'Inspirational' hospice nurses awarded highest certification

'Inspirational' hospice nurses awarded highest certification

Carly Hoy and Christine Preston 'have demonstrated their dedication to their profession and to our community,' says Hospice Huronia official
Angel Tree campaign raises $35K for Mariposa House Hospice

Angel Tree campaign raises $35K for Mariposa House Hospice

'Each and every donation is so appreciated by our team,' says official, noting Angel Tree, Giving Tuesday result in donations of more than $53K for local hospice