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Orillia man charged after two-day crime spree over Christmas

Orillia man charged after two-day crime spree over Christmas

At one point among 19 incidents between Christmas Eve and Boxing Day, suspects stole a vehicle and used stolen cards to pay for fuel, say OPP
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Who should be Orillia's Citizen of the Year for 2024? It's up to you

Who should be Orillia's Citizen of the Year for 2024? It's up to you

'It's about giving back to the community,' says 2023 winner Derick Lehmann; nominations for coveted civic award close at noon on Jan. 20
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Good morning, Orillia! Here's today's weather!

Good morning, Orillia! Here's today's weather!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
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80 years later, Second World War veteran finally gets his medals

80 years later, Second World War veteran finally gets his medals

'I'll do anything for Canada,' says 101-year-old at special ceremony where he called Canada 'the most wonderful country in the world'
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OPP investigate Christmas Day break-in at Gravenhurst business

OPP investigate Christmas Day break-in at Gravenhurst business

Police say suspect broke in through window and stole cash
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COLUMN: 30 people who've had 'profound impact' on Barrie Colts

COLUMN: 30 people who've had 'profound impact' on Barrie Colts

As the local OHL team celebrates three decades, columnist takes closer look at players on the ice as well as key people behind the scenes
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VIDEO: Viral golf club attack was self-defence, judge rules

VIDEO: Viral golf club attack was self-defence, judge rules

Former OHL hockey player found not guilty of assault with a weapon in connection with golf course altercation that's been viewed millions of times online
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Teen charged after trying to avoid Christmas night RIDE check: OPP

Teen charged after trying to avoid Christmas night RIDE check: OPP

OPP say the vehicle attempted to flee police a second time, struck a hydro box and became stuck
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Hardwood Ski and Bike perseveres through fire, pandemic, climate change

Hardwood Ski and Bike perseveres through fire, pandemic, climate change

'Thinking back to the time we had the fire, we could never imagine we'd be where we are now,' says Gareth Houben, president and general manager
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Menorah lighting in Orillia comes at 'fraught time' for Jewish community

Menorah lighting in Orillia comes at 'fraught time' for Jewish community

Event taking place Dec. 28 at Manticore Books, followed by a community celebration on Saturday
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