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Students learn Indigenous languages in VR at Georgian College

Georgian's Immersive Technology Lead worked with staff and faculty from Indigenous Studies to create an immersive Indigenous Language House that's providing students in the Anishnaabemowin and Program Development program a unique and fun way to learn and practise their speaking skills
Penetanguishene holds virtual Public Meeting on Arena plans

The Town of Penetanguishene is conducting a public meeting to present and receive comments on the draft Arena & Recreation Centre Study. Residents are invited to join a zoom meeting on June 24th, or submit comments to the municipal office by June 30th.
Orillia Perch Festival is handing out a boatload of prizes

Listen in as Orillia Perch Festival organizer Doug Bunker gives us an update on the 40th anniversary Orillia Perch Festival from the Virtual Headquarters! Tags are awarded every day - all you have to do to win is catch a perch, any perch!
YMCA looking for partners for Geneva Park property

When the YMCA announced that it was selling the 140-acre Geneva Park on Lake Couchiching, the community had some big ideas for the future of the park, and the YMCA is now looking at options that extend beyond the sale of the property - to continue the legacy of the park.

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Alliston COVID-19 vaccine clinic moves locations

COVID-19 vaccinations will no longer be administered at the Alliston Memorial Arena as the clinic is moving to a new location.
Candlelight vigil held for drowning victim at Couchiching Beach Park

A candlelight vigil was held at Couchiching Beach Park Saturday evening for 42-year old Christopher Bellchambers, who drowned after falling off the park's pier Saturday evening.
Staff memo outlines potential plans to expand Barrie's Sadlon Arena

Barrie city councillors are getting their first look at what a potential expansion of the Sadlon Arena may look like.
OPP stress boating safety as summer begins

The OPP Marine Unit are emphasizing the importance of boating safety as summer begins on June 20, 2021.

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Llama Llama No Pajama, what's with all the Highway Drama?!!

Llama Safely Apprehended After Taking A Stroll Down HWY 400 Wednesday Llama Llama No Pajama, what's with all the Highway Drama?!!
CHECK THIS OUT!

THIS IS AWESOME! Orillia's Swinimer family are super talented!.... from super producer hitmaker Dan Swinimer to 8 year old Sadie Swinimer! "I Really Don't Get Beer" So Good!!
Hey Central Ontario - you up for a fun but epic sign war?

We aren't sure where it started, but we know they are having a lighthearted battle of the signs in communities across the province - and it's time for Central Ontario to get in on the action!
A big day for a favourite listener, Happy Birthday Betty!

One of our favourite listeners turns 85 today - and her friends want all of Pure Country to help her celebrate. Happy Birthday Betty Shelswell of Severn Township!