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OPP welcomes new auxiliary officers
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Like father, like son. At 61, John Atkinson Sr. was sworn in as an auxiliary OPP officer on Friday, joining his son, also named John, 34, in the volunteer ranks. “When my son got on, since we’re so close, it was kind of a goal of mine. I wanted to be able [...]
Posted 1 hours ago |
Port of Orillia open for '08; Flags raised to officially open 'jewel of community'
A clear blue sky and the waters of Lake Couchiching lapping at the dock set the perfect stage for the official opening of the Port of Orillia for the 2008 season on Thursday. The hoisting of the Canadian, Ontario and Orillia flags signifies the slips are ready for boaters [...]
Updated 11 hours ago |
The MURF: A brief history
Posted by Teviah Moro
Since the word "MURF" first entered the Orillia lexicon, The Packet & Times has published more than 1,000 articles and letters on the subject. The (...)
Updated 23 days ago
books: underdog writer claims leacock medal for humour
It’s a Cinderella story that will thrill both aspiring authors and the growing self-publishing industry: Terrry Fallis is the winner of the 2008 [..]
Wed, 30 Apr 2008