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Greg McGrath-Goudie

Greg McGrath-Goudie

Greg McGrath-Goudie got started in journalism as a student news editor at Lakehead University, where he completed bachelor’s and master’s degrees in English. Following graduation, he freelanced for a number of publications before landing with Village Media in 2021, where he has worked as an LJI reporter for CollingwoodToday, as a city hall/general assignment reporter for OrilliaMatters, and now as a reporter at SooToday

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Recent Work by Greg

Has the LCBO already paid for American alcohol removed from shelves?

Has the LCBO already paid for American alcohol removed from shelves?

'Products available in store or online have been purchased by the LCBO,' confirmed officials
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Where did all the American booze actually go?

Where did all the American booze actually go?

LCBO said it will not purchase American liquor until directed otherwise, but what about the inventory it currently has?
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BEYOND LOCAL: Orillia calls on province to declare gender-based violence an epidemic

BEYOND LOCAL: Orillia calls on province to declare gender-based violence an epidemic

'When we label it as an epidemic, I do believe it draws more attention to the issue,' said Coun. Jay Fallis as Orillia became 95th municipality to join 'wave of change'
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Frustrated Orillia man ticketed for using mobility scooter on roadways

Frustrated Orillia man ticketed for using mobility scooter on roadways

'If it’s not an ebike, and it's not a car, and it's not a motorcycle, and it's not a low speed vehicle, what is it?' asks man who is seeking pedestrian rights for people with disabilities
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BEYOND LOCAL: Man homeless again amid alcohol, 'complex' mental health issues

BEYOND LOCAL: Man homeless again amid alcohol, 'complex' mental health issues

'It feels very disheartening to be back in this spot, and without help. Nobody wants anything to do with me, and now it's just me in the cold nights,' said Tyler Dunlop
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Ministry orders inspection of conditions at Orillia LTC facility

Ministry orders inspection of conditions at Orillia LTC facility

Leacock Care Centre is also investigating resident's complaint and working with the ministry; 'They're doing damage control,' says resident advocating for 'positive' change
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Long-term care resident frustrated with 'dehumanizing' treatment

Long-term care resident frustrated with 'dehumanizing' treatment

'It's no longer tenable,' says frustrated resident at Leacock Care Centre in Orillia, who had to sit in his own excrement overnight as he waited for care
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'He was Canadiana': Lightfoot's music, humility resounded loudly

'He was Canadiana': Lightfoot's music, humility resounded loudly

'I really loved how authentic he was and how real he was,' said Karen Hilfman-Millson, a former St. Paul’s minister, and officiant at Lightfoot's funeral
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A community, a nation bids heart-felt farewell to Gordon Lightfoot

A community, a nation bids heart-felt farewell to Gordon Lightfoot

'I wouldn't be exaggerating to say that Gordon Lightfoot put Orillia on the map,' longtime band member says as hundreds line up to say goodbye to iconic singer, songwriter
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'Huge event': Orillia prepares to say goodbye to Gordon Lightfoot

'Huge event': Orillia prepares to say goodbye to Gordon Lightfoot

Special service, open to the public, expected to draw thousands, will be held Sunday at St. Paul's, where Lightfoot's legendary career began when he was a choir boy
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