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Many Orillia residents still heading south despite political tensions

Many Orillia residents still heading south despite political tensions

'What I’m hearing from clients is that it’s not so much about politics or the President himself, but more about the cost of the dollar,' explains local travel agent
New assistance program aims to level playing field in Oro-Medonte

New assistance program aims to level playing field in Oro-Medonte

'I think this is a great step forward for the township to be able to help everyone in our community take part in sports,' says councillor of program for low-income families
Look up: The moon will turn blood red early Friday morning

Look up: The moon will turn blood red early Friday morning

'It doesn’t happen very often ... who knows when the next time you’re going to be able to see it because of the weather and other events,' says official
Local animal rescue gets 'fantastic' response to Far North clinic

Local animal rescue gets 'fantastic' response to Far North clinic

'If we’re not going into the communities and providing these services, the majority of dogs and cats simply won’t get veterinary care,' says rescue official
Duo keyed up for 'electrifying' Piano Heist at Orillia Opera House

Duo keyed up for 'electrifying' Piano Heist at Orillia Opera House

Nico Rhodes and Patrick Courtin bringing 'high-energy, genre-blending spectacle' to town April 17
Wild Routes documentary to be unveiled at conservancy's AGM

Wild Routes documentary to be unveiled at conservancy's AGM

AGM features a chance to review achievements, elect board members, and engage in 'meaningful conversations about conservation efforts'
Snow is still on the ground. Why are best campsites already booked?

Snow is still on the ground. Why are best campsites already booked?

One expert says B.C. has 'effectively remedied' a loophole that, in Ontario, lets savvy campers snag provincial campsites early
Terriers take series lead with gritty win over Siskins (VIDEO)

Terriers take series lead with gritty win over Siskins (VIDEO)

‘If we're going to go on a good run, this is the year for us to do it,’ says Terriers’ captain after his team skates to hard-fought 3-1 win on home ice
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
Birders flock to area for 'special' glimpse at rare owl (VIDEO)

Birders flock to area for 'special' glimpse at rare owl (VIDEO)

'I just hope a lot of photographers are keeping it ethical — not chasing them down and respecting the distance,' says man who travelled from Oshawa