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Violet Peters died on December 18, 2025, at Hogarth Riverview Manor, and the family says cremation has taken place with plans for interment alongside her husband at Sunset Memorial Gardens.

OrilliaMatters has launched GoodWorks, a new initiative offering match fundraisers, feature stories, grants, awards and a Random Acts of Kindness program to support local non-profits and grassroots groups.

Tbaytel marked the 10th anniversary of its 12 Days of Christmas in 2025, delivering donations, surprise events and volunteer support across northern Ontario.

Health Sciences North says its emergency department is operating over capacity with long waits, and a tent fire near the Flour Mill on Jan. 5 was extinguished with no injuries reported.

The Blue Jays signed six-time Japanese all-star Kazuma Okamoto to add contact ability and defensive versatility, and the club may still pursue another impact bat before spring training.

Basil Baye, in his 85th year, died unexpectedly at his Orillia home on Jan. 5, 2026; he was known locally for singing with the country band Country Blue and for his paintings.

Robert "Bob" Langdon died January 4, 2026 at Espanola Regional Hospital, surrounded by family; a Celebration of Life will be held January 10, 2026 at the Nairn Centre Community Centre.

1win Charity and MMA legend Jon Jones concluded their 1wish Season holiday campaign, reporting that it fulfilled over 100 wishes and involved tens of thousands of people worldwide.

The article outlines everyday ways Canadians can strengthen local ties, noting Statistics Canada figures on loneliness and experts who highlight neighbourly greetings, shared activities, public spaces and volunteering.

Cliff Dunkeld, a longtime volunteer and Stouffville councillor from 1991 to 2003, died Dec. 30 at age 94; flags will be lowered at town facilities and a visitation and funeral are scheduled in January.