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Geomagnetic storm sparks spectacular light show (17 photos)

Geomagnetic storm sparks spectacular light show (17 photos)

The skies over Orillia were awash in waves of purple, green and pink overnight and local photographers managed to capture some breathtaking images
COLUMN: Coin a token of grocery store history in Orillia

COLUMN: Coin a token of grocery store history in Orillia

Independent grocers thrived in Orillia decades ago
Unconscious man rescued from early-morning Matchedash St. fire

Unconscious man rescued from early-morning Matchedash St. fire

Fire chief says four people fled the fire, but a fifth person had to be rescued by firefighters; Fire marshal will be investigating blaze that did 'extensive damage' to home
Good morning, Orillia!

Good morning, Orillia!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
Drug, addiction issues causing property crime spike across north Simcoe: OPP official

Drug, addiction issues causing property crime spike across north Simcoe: OPP official

OPP official says 45 per cent of all charges laid over the last five years in the region were 'marked as withdrawn by the courty'
'This is huge': Global cybersecurity giant opens new area facility

'This is huge': Global cybersecurity giant opens new area facility

In terms of hackers and ransomware attacks, 'it’s not a question of if; it’s when. It’s better to be proactive and figure that out,' said company official
Retired air force jets being towed to CFB Borden next week

Retired air force jets being towed to CFB Borden next week

Jets will be used for maintenance training at Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Technology and Engineering
CFS Counselling, United Way team up for poverty-related podcast

CFS Counselling, United Way team up for poverty-related podcast

Resilience Rising 'shatters poverty myths, sparks optimism and fuels innovative change'
Orillia Royals unveil championship banner, batter Barrie

Orillia Royals unveil championship banner, batter Barrie

Jr. Royals show they are a 'serious threat' to defend their title with 10-0 romp over Barrie in home opener at Jerry Udell diamond
Duo charged in county-wide pool installation fraud probe: OPP

Duo charged in county-wide pool installation fraud probe: OPP

Police allege 16 customers lost over $489,000 combined; some clients' yards 'left in disarray with improper installation or, in most cases, the work never started'