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Orillia seniors hope the world will come to them, one postcard at a time - Orillia News
5+ day, 14+ hour ago (749+ words) A Lake Simcoe Retirement Residence has seen more of the world than most. Known at the retirement home as Ken, he's spent more than 30 years in the skies, flying with Air Canada, Canadian Pacific and Air Georgia. His passion for…...
Immunization clinics coming to area high schools
5+ day, 18+ hour ago (258+ words) Under Ontario’s Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA), health units must maintain immunization records for students and enforce suspensions when required information is missing. In May, the health unit mailed reminder notices to more than 5,600 students. Throughout the summer, nurses…...
Big Brothers Big Sisters seeks matches for 30 kids on wait list
5+ day, 22+ hour ago (285+ words) This September, we are asking our community to help us open 30 doors, one for every young person currently waiting. For a young person, opening this door means being matched with a mentor who shows up consistently, listens, encourages them, and…...
Teen's children's book reminds wheelchair users they aren't alone
6+ day, 14+ hour ago (445+ words) Collingwood Collegiate Institute student Ella Northcott has a new children’s book coming out. The 17-year-old’s book, called I Am a Wheelchair User, is part of the ‘I Am’ series published through Beech Street Books. A book launch event is planned…...
'All hands on deck': 3,000 JK students set for their first day of school
6+ day, 20+ hour ago (573+ words) The countdown to the new school year is on and, for parents with kids heading off to class for the first time, it’s a mix of excitement and nerves as their little one takes a big step into the world....
Bracebridge OPP step up patrols as students return to school
6+ day, 23+ hour ago (155+ words) With kids returning to school, police are warning local adults to pay attention. Bracebridge OPP officers will be conducting targeted traffic enforcement throughout the community to help keep children safe in the coming days as school bells start to ring....
Catholic school board welcoming approx. 26,000 students back to class
1+ week, 17+ hour ago (261+ words) More than 4,500 staff members will also return to schools and worksites across Simcoe County and Muskoka, preparing to support student success in classrooms, offices and learning environments throughout the Board. “This is one of my favourite times of the year,…...
Posting first day of school photos? Police warn of over-sharing
1+ week, 1+ day ago (96+ words) OrilliaMatters.com Among the tips include choosing a generic or indoor background and to hide location details, such as school names, street signs, house numbers, bus stops and location tags. They also say to avoid sharing personal details, such as…...
School board seeking two members for audit committee
1+ week, 1+ day ago (119+ words) The audit committee is composed of three trustees and two independent community members. The primary role of the audit committee is to assist the board of trustees in fulfilling its duties related to governance and oversight. The duties of the…...
COLUMN: Retired teacher uses hands-on storytelling to keep history alive
1+ week, 2+ day ago (500+ words) Joe Cinnani is a familiar face around the Fort Willow and Tiffin Conservation Areas. You will often see his archaeological display board, showcasing pottery fragments, tools and other artifacts that offer a glimpse into how people lived in the area…...