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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, and now as a city hall/general assignment reporter for OrilliaMatters

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Recent Work by Greg

Brampton man charged with arson after downtown Orillia fire

Brampton man charged with arson after downtown Orillia fire

The 35-year-old was held in custody but released after making bail; OPP say the charge 'does imply there's intent to light the fire'
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Partial demolition underway at downtown Orillia building damaged by fire

Partial demolition underway at downtown Orillia building damaged by fire

Goal is to open 'the centre of the building, so then we can see into it and hopefully get to the hot spots that might still be burning inside the middle of the building,’ said fire chief
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Downtown Orillia fire now a criminal investigation: OPP

Downtown Orillia fire now a criminal investigation: OPP

'It is believed ... that there was a small fire lit nearby by a person, which then spread quickly to cause the damage,' said police official of fire that destroyed heritage building
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VIDEO: Downtown Orillia building a 'total loss' following blaze

VIDEO: Downtown Orillia building a 'total loss' following blaze

'Losing heritage buildings is losing part of your history — almost part of your identity. It's devastating,' says Downtown Orillia BIA official
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VIDEO: Block of downtown Orillia shut down amid major structure fire

VIDEO: Block of downtown Orillia shut down amid major structure fire

'We ask residents to stay away from the downtown at this time,' says city official
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'Winter wonderland': This city is 'blessed' with ideal snowmobiling conditions

'Winter wonderland': This city is 'blessed' with ideal snowmobiling conditions

'We're one of the only clubs that actually have most of our trails actually open in the area,' says local snowmobile club official, who praised efforts of volunteers
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Orillia mayor, who spent years in U.S., unfazed by Trump's threats

Orillia mayor, who spent years in U.S., unfazed by Trump's threats

'I think it's not something that's going to come to pass. He certainly throws this stuff out there as an idea, and some of it's pretty good negotiating,' said Mayor Don McIsaac
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'The best job': Area firefighter hangs up his gear after 32 years

'The best job': Area firefighter hangs up his gear after 32 years

'It's been a great career. They always say around here it's the best job in the world, and it's kind of become a cliche, but it truly is,' said Capt. Glenn Higgins
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Local landlord calls for greater support in housing vulnerable people

Local landlord calls for greater support in housing vulnerable people

'When we do have people who are willing to put their neck on the line, we need to also provide assurances for the landlord,' said frustrated local landlord
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COLUMN: New baby helps grumpy reporter's heart open up to Christmas

COLUMN: New baby helps grumpy reporter's heart open up to Christmas

'Despite my grumpy tendencies, this tiny, smiley, screaming human is changing the tide of how I look at things,' says reporter
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