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Leacock student humour winners to read their work at June showcase
2+ hour, 29+ min ago (158+ words) Orillia Matters. com Leacock student humour winners to read their work at June showcase Winner: Zainabe Zahra Hirji of Vaughan College High School with "Fries are not 'French' " Runners-up: Sharadha Giri of Bayview Glen Independent School in Toronto with "Operation:…...
Orillia native to make his comedic debut on Friday night
2+ day, 7+ min ago (167+ words) Orillia Matters. com Orillia native to make his comedic debut on Friday night The event is a free comedy/karaoke open mic style show, featuring a special 1015 minute set from Ralston. He is looking forward to seeing familiar faces and…...
COLUMN: April Fool's Day recalls a time when people could take a joke
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (711+ words) Have you ever Googled yourself? I had not. Turns out I'm glad I didn't. My editor got a voicemail asking if I would come speak at a community gathering. Being in media, it happens every once in awhile. I reply…...
REVIEW: Reminders of Him an honest date-night drama
2+ mon, 1+ day ago (640+ words) The Snapshot: Arguably the most successful big screen adaptation for one of Colleen Hoover's books (and certainly least controversial), Reminders of Him offers a slow-burn romance that ultimately earns its tears. PG, 1hr 54mins. Romance Drama. Directed by Vanessa Caswill. Starring Maika…...
From board game to stage, "Clue" gets an Orillia twist with prizes, pints and local partners
2+ mon, 5+ day ago (406+ words) Clue comes alive in Downtown Orillia You could win two tickets to see Clue by taking part in MAT's Mariposa Mystery: A Scavenger Hunt'throughout Downtown Orillia over the March break, from Saturday, March 14 to Sunday, March 22. Inspired by the iconic…...
Canadian comedians to perform at Lake Simcoe fundraiser
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (185+ words) Now a popular annual tradition across the Lake Simcoe watershed, Laugh for Lake Simcoe brings together people who care about the future of the lake for an evening of connection, community, and great comedy. This year's lineup features three well-known…...