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Blueprint for success: Orillia student off to France for WorldSkills Competition

Blueprint for success: Orillia student off to France for WorldSkills Competition

'It’s been a lot of work and it’s been a long time coming, but overall I think it’s been a good experience,' says Orillia's Ethan McCallum
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Robots, research offer taste of farming's future in Holland Marsh

Robots, research offer taste of farming's future in Holland Marsh

Self-driving machines could take on tasks of spraying, seeding and weeding, expert predicts of ever-changing field of agriculture
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COLUMN: Phil Donahue combined edginess with 'hometown charm'

COLUMN: Phil Donahue combined edginess with 'hometown charm'

From Oprah to Dr. Phil, Donahue blazed the trail for many, says columnist of the man who pioneered the television talk show
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Orillia girl finds rare relic in Lake Couchiching

Orillia girl finds rare relic in Lake Couchiching

Seven-year-old found 1859 penny while snorkelling; 'I've never seen anything like it,' grandfather says
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Annual Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides hopes to unleash 'Orillia spirit'

Annual Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides hopes to unleash 'Orillia spirit'

'When I was 17 it was a matter of three weeks from complete sight to complete blindness. It could happen to anyone,' says organizer
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Second City comedy show to raise laughter and funds for OSMH

Second City comedy show to raise laughter and funds for OSMH

'It’s a pretty easy way to get people out because it’s a brand everybody recognizes and it’s so fun,' said organizer of upcoming comedy show
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Have a tattoo? Our poll explores what people with ink think

Have a tattoo? Our poll explores what people with ink think

About one reader in five has at least one tattoo, and within that group 86 per cent have no regrets, an online poll showed last week
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Gala in the Woods to raise money for climate-action programs

Gala in the Woods to raise money for climate-action programs

Living Green Barrie hosting event Sept. 21 at Springwater Provincial Park, just north of Barrie
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Indigenous artists sought for exhibit at Orillia Recreation Centre

Indigenous artists sought for exhibit at Orillia Recreation Centre

Applications for Seven Grandfather Teachings exhibit will be accepted until Nov. 1
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Murder mystery fundraiser set to benefit Ramara Public Library

Murder mystery fundraiser set to benefit Ramara Public Library

'Married to the mob' vent taking place Sept. 28 at Brechin Legion and will feature a cash bar, silent auction and prizes throughout the evening
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