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Accused says alleged rape at Wasaga house party was consensual sex

Accused says alleged rape at Wasaga house party was consensual sex

Accused tells court he'd met alleged victim several times before and they'd 'bonded' while discussing addiction issues suffered by loved ones; cross-examination continues today
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LETTER: Data breach leaves local parent fearing for child's safety

LETTER: Data breach leaves local parent fearing for child's safety

'PowerSchool’s mishandling of this crisis shows a disregard for the most vulnerable members of society — our kids,' a reader writes
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'It was perfect': Popular skating trail at Simcoe County Museum open

'It was perfect': Popular skating trail at Simcoe County Museum open

One-kilometre skating loop is 'a great way for people to enjoy nature, get a little exercise and learn more about the museum,' says official
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North zone school buses cancelled today

North zone school buses cancelled today

Schools remain open for student learning
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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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Winter weather travel advisory in effect for this afternoon and evening

Winter weather travel advisory in effect for this afternoon and evening

Local snowfall accumulations up to 15 cm are possible, Environment Canada says
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'A necessity': Council looking into operating city-run medical clinic

'A necessity': Council looking into operating city-run medical clinic

'This is a necessity within our city. People are dying because they don't have doctors,' said Coun. Cipolla at Monday's meeting
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CLOSER LOOK: Homeless crisis in Ontario will get worse before it gets better

CLOSER LOOK: Homeless crisis in Ontario will get worse before it gets better

In this new nightly feature, Village Media journalists discuss an important story making headlines. On tonight's episode: A new report attempts to tally the homeless across the province
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Former Kings star becomes team's new GM, joins new head coach

Former Kings star becomes team's new GM, joins new head coach

'It’s been a busy off-season, but our goal to win a championship remains the same,' says Scott Balkwill as Kory Shirtliff steps into head coaching role
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Gallery postpones 'pretendian' talk over 'safety, accessibility' concerns

Gallery postpones 'pretendian' talk over 'safety, accessibility' concerns

'We are committed to providing space for important and sometimes difficult discussions,' official says of talk that Penetanguishene man asked to have cancelled
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