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Dave Dawson

Dave Dawson

Dave Dawson was born and raised in Orillia and returned to his hometown to become sports editor of The Packet & Times in 1991. He chose to stay in Orillia, to raise his family here and to serve the community as a reporter, editor and freelance writer ever since. He is thrilled to be the community editor of OrilliaMatters.com and looks forward to continuing the tradition of bringing the stories that matter to Orillians to their fingertips every day. Dave is also very involved in the community; he coached various sports when his kids were younger and, today, is a valued board member of Sport Orillia, a member of the Building Hope campaign for the Lighthouse Soup Kitchen and Shelter and is also part of the committee selected to choose this year's Citizen of the Year.

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Recent Work by Dave

VIDEO: Amid controversy, Terriers lose OT heartbreaker

VIDEO: Amid controversy, Terriers lose OT heartbreaker

Terriers scored what appeared to be game-winning goal in OT, but referee made 'monumental' series-changing decision to wave off the goal
City, county staff to visit neighbours of planned rapid rehousing project

City, county staff to visit neighbours of planned rapid rehousing project

The modular homes are slated to be built on West Street; check out answers to frequently asked questions that will be provided to neighbours next week
PLAYOFFS: Offence stalls as Terriers fall to Stayner in Game 2

PLAYOFFS: Offence stalls as Terriers fall to Stayner in Game 2

The Siskins have a 2-0 series lead with Game 3 in Stayner this afternoon; The Terriers have been defeated 5-1 in both games in the series
PLAYOFFS: Siskins sizzle early, trounce Terriers in opener

PLAYOFFS: Siskins sizzle early, trounce Terriers in opener

Terriers hoping the home crowd can 'make a difference' on Saturday night when Game 2 takes centre stage in Orillia at Rotary Place
This winter's lack of snowfall leads to $350,000 windfall for city

This winter's lack of snowfall leads to $350,000 windfall for city

Surplus in winter control budget will be put in reserve for harsher winters; city staff report 27% drop in complaints regarding sidewalks and trails
PLAYOFFS: Terriers sink Otters in OT, sweep past Huntsville

PLAYOFFS: Terriers sink Otters in OT, sweep past Huntsville

Goaltender Aidan Jerry was spectacular, backstopping the Terriers to a 1-0 OT victory on the road; Terriers will play Stayner in the second round
City facing $3.25M lawsuit over deadly 2022 legionella outbreak

City facing $3.25M lawsuit over deadly 2022 legionella outbreak

Family of man who died filed statement of claim alleging his 'injuries and death were caused solely by the negligence' of the city and its contractors
PROFILE: Wyatt Thompson making pitch for Athlete of the Year

PROFILE: Wyatt Thompson making pitch for Athlete of the Year

Twin Lakes grad helped Orillia Royals win league crown and shone on the mound in his sophomore season for Thomas College in Maine
PROFILE: Orillia's Chas Sharpe nominated for athlete of the year

PROFILE: Orillia's Chas Sharpe nominated for athlete of the year

Former Terrier and ex-Predator named captain of OHL's Steelheads and is the team's top blueliner this year as the Orillia native continues to chase his NHL dreams
PROFILE: Isabella Holmgren cycles into Athlete of the Year race

PROFILE: Isabella Holmgren cycles into Athlete of the Year race

The world champion in two cycling disciplines is among three worthy candidates for 2023 Orillia Athlete of the Year award; winner will be announced Thursday
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