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Man off to prison after striking cop with vehicle during arrest

Man off to prison after striking cop with vehicle during arrest

In May 2024, Gary Hirsch was found slumped over the wheel of his vehicle on Ridge Road in Oro-Medonte; startled awake, he tried to flee
ADOPT ME: Spike has boundless energy and unmatched loyalty

ADOPT ME: Spike has boundless energy and unmatched loyalty

This high-energy pup is always ready to play, which makes him the perfect companion for active individuals or families looking for a dog to keep up with their busy lifestyle
Orphaned northwestern Ontario bear cubs sent to area sanctuary

Orphaned northwestern Ontario bear cubs sent to area sanctuary

The mother of tiny cubs Oscar, Oliver and Ozzie fled her den during a logging operation
Back to the polls: Prime Minister Carney expected to call federal election Sunday

Back to the polls: Prime Minister Carney expected to call federal election Sunday

Sources would not confirm the specific date of the vote, but it could be as early as April 28
Two area restaurants, Orillia hotel cited for health violations

Two area restaurants, Orillia hotel cited for health violations

Quality Inn and Conference Centre in Orillia ordered to close its indoor whirlpool and spa following routine inspection Feb. 19 by health unit
Parent files human rights complaint over school, board behaviour

Parent files human rights complaint over school, board behaviour

‘If there are no consequences, it will create a dangerous precedent, discouraging parents from reporting governance failures and allowing school boards and councils to operate unaccountably,’ says parent
Good morning, Midland! Here's today's weather!

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

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
WATCH: When a nightmare tenant refuses to move out

WATCH: When a nightmare tenant refuses to move out

Tonight on 'Closer Look': Two landlords share the horror stories of what they discovered when they finally managed to evict their problem tenants
Man charged in February crash that killed two Midland seniors

Man charged in February crash that killed two Midland seniors

Midland man charged with dangerous operation causing death following collision in Springwater
Orillia blaze leaves three brothers homeless; two pets are missing

Orillia blaze leaves three brothers homeless; two pets are missing

'There was a lot of smoke. When they broke the door open, he might have run out. I hope he did,' resident says of beloved missing dog