Local
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Hope Arises Gala a smashing success!
The gala beat all expectations, raising over $18,000 in one night
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Record wildfire season ends with nearly 100,000 hectare burned
In total there were 643 wildfires in Ontario this year
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Food insecurity on the rise in Simcoe Muskoka
One in four families struggles to put food on the table
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OPP invites artists to display artwork in Community Policing Office
The artwork will be displayed in the policing office at The Canada Summit Centre
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Vandals damage HHS' roof
The damage has caused roof leaks in the building
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Near North School Board given damning rebuke by Minister of Education
The report follows complaints by parents at the beginning of the school year
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Rodent nest causes chimney fire
The nest ignited in the chimney
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LOB cracking down on illegal construction
A contractor and homeowner were charged for starting working without permits
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Residents approach town hall over noise concerns at Infra Pipe
Residents complain that the noise from chain saws reaches 110 decibels
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District releases new Spotlight on Housing plan
The District says the new initiatives will allow for clearer rules and faster builds
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Bracebridge man faces impaired charges on Halloween night
The driver was driving erratically near children who were trick or treating
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Bracebridge becomes "Jaysbridge"
The town is inviting everyone to root the Jays on!
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Kearney allows daytime burning starting November 1st
Officials warn never to leave a fire unattended
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Clocks "fall back" Sunday morning
Sunday at 2am, we get an extra hour as we fall back into standard time
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Dark, wet Halloween causes concern for OPP
The OPP are urging drivers and trick or treaters to take extra caution tonight
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Speeding on Huntsville’s Ravenscliffe Rd. to be forwarded to District of Muskoka
The OPP have also been contacted about the issue
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Huntsville councilors refer Table Plaza project to District
The Table is asking for the town's support for its plan to revitalize the old FreshCo building
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Residents express concern over closing of Port Carling Scotiabank
Residents are looking to the municpality for leadership on the issue
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Lake of Bays to present draft budget
The municpality is proposing at 5.56% increase
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Overnight parking on the street prohibited November 1st
Vehicles left on the road could be towed
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Muskoka Tourism wind marketing award
Muskoka Tourism is also preparing for an international sales mission to the U.K. and Germany in partnership with Destination Ontario
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Haunters Bay Drive's "Bizarre Bazaar" collecting food for The Corner Lighthouse
The yearly Halloween installation is open on Hunters Bay Drive tonight and tomorrow
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Police caution drivers as rain is expected on Halloween
Police have provide tips to make Halloween safe for everyone
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Short Term Rental Accommodation by-law modified to support hosts in good standing
The change to the by-law was made after feedback from the community
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Check your CO alarms
Carbon Monoxide Week starts November 1st
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Report say that 9,500 new homes need to be built by 2031
421 families needed emergency accommodation last year
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Deadline approaching for education grants
Almaguin students can apply for grants up to $5,000
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HLOB Fire looking for new recruits
You can learn more at an upcoming information session
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MPP Graydon Smith applauds new PULSE initiative
Smith says new hydro initiative will do more than keep the lights on
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New playground opens at River Mill Park
Huntsville's popular downtown playground has been given a fresh new look
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Haunting on Williamsport supports The Table
Participants are encouraged to bring non perishable food stuffs or cash donations
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TLDSB launches "Engage with TLDSB"
The new engage site hopes to gain input on parents' priorities on a range of issues
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Bi-weekly garbage pick up starts next week
Recycling and green bin pick up will continue weekly
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Council modifies agreement with the Huntsville Municipal Accommodation Tax Association
The MAT tax supports tourism initiatives and town amenities
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Countdown to Ontario 55+ Winter Games is on
Huntsville will be hosting the games in February
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South Lancelot Bridge to close for six weeks
The Town says the bridge is slated to be replaced
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Muskoka Lakes Fire Dept. running live fire training
The training will be running until November 4th
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Police warn of Grandparents scam
With the holidays approaching, police are reminding of common scams
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Bay Food Crew delivers 1200lbs of ground pork to area food banks
The shipment was initially dropped off at The Corner Lighthouse Community Hub & Food Bank
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Huntsville Curling Club receives $200,000 Grant
The grant will help the organization finish accessibility upgrades
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Wrong way driver arrested in Gravenhurst
The driver was travelling south in the northbound lanes
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Kurt Browning skates with the Huntsville Skating Club
The world champ, is in town with organizers of the Huntsville 2026 Ontario 55+ Winter Games
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Smith says new bill will cut costs and streamline the home building process
Graydon Smith says a bill he helped introduce will get more homes built faster
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Bracebridge celebrates local heroes
The town gave the nod to residents who enrich the community
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Golf Tourney supports Enliven Cancer Care
The Pink Tee Party is being held at Mulligans Golf Lounge in Huntsville
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Locally shot, Red Girl Rising nominated for Best Short Documentary
The film is being screened tonight at the Gala of Hope fundraiser
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Task Force to host event on homelessness awareness
The event is aimed at challenging negative attitudes and building empathy toward people experiencing homelessness
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Work to begin on restoration of the Silver Bridge
The bridge is expected to re-open at the end of 2026
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Driver in the ditch charged with impaired
The driver was arrested after refusing a breath sample
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Councilors to review District's 2026 tax budget
Residents are invited to submit comments by November 9th
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No penalty for Gravenhurst Councillor's violation of the Municipal Act
Integrity Commissioner ruled that the councilor tried to influence a vote on an organization she had an interest in
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Dirt bike rider airlifted to trauma centre after crash
The incident took place on South Mary Lake Rd in Port Sydney
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Muskoka Lakes seeks input on new noise by-law
The by-law was last updated in 2005
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Vacant Building and Land Registry by-law in Gravenhurst's downtown core
The by-law aims to revitalize the downtown core
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Police investigate sudden death in Kearney
Police believe it was a hunting incident
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Hope Arises hold first fundraising gala
The evening includes a ribbon skirt fashion show, indigenous food, the screening of the short film Red Girl Rising, and more
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Muskoka Lakes Fire Dept. seeking new volunteers
An information session will take place November 10th
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Youth on dirt bikes and ATV's spark increase in complaints
OPP are asking parents to explain the rules
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Work begins on expansion to Dwight Library building
The project will add about 3,000 sq. ft. to the library and community centre
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District refers decommissioning uninhabitable housing units to Health and Planning committees
The cost to redevelop the units would be in excess of $31 million
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Bracebridge celebrates Small Business Week
The town has created a Business Celebration Form to help spread the word
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Work begins on Chaffey Twp. Road today
Detours are in place
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Fire crews kept busy last week
Crews responded to two separate wildland fires last week
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Lake of Bays offering grants for projects that protect the environment
Grants are available from $500 to $5000 for environmental initiatives
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Nelson wins in another controversial fight
The referee stopped the fight then reversed his decision
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Science Centre bringing skywatching event to Deerhurst
The Ontario Science Centre will present "Muskoka: Home of the Stars"
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Short Term Rental rules to change in Kearney
A public meeting will be held in the coming weeks
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Huntsville & Bracebridge holding Halloween events
The Great Pumpkin Trail and a Pumpkin Plunge will keep the kids entertained
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Two Huntsville men join Team Canada 80+ against U.S.
The two 80+ athletes will play in a tournament representing Canada
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Police remind drivers to get ready for winter driving
Police warn that the weather will be changing to ice and snow in the coming weeks
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Huntsville and MLA take steps to prevent erosion on Mary Lake
The Mary Lake Association came to council to highlight erosion issues at the boat launch parking lot
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South Muskoka Hospital Foundation receives $1.5 million gift
Joan and Joe Neveu are already supporters of the foundation
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Local business stepped up at Thanksgiving
HLD Muskoka and Fowler Construction helped the less fortunate over the Thanksgiving holiday
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The Monster returns to the Octagon on Saturday
Kyle "The Monster" Nelson will be taking on Matt Frevola in UFC Fight Night 262
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Tips from the public help identify suspects in LCBO thefts
The women allegedly stole alcohol and food from the Port Sydney Freshmart
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Oktoberfest returns to Muskoka next week
The event features music, brewery tours and more
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Boat ramps to start closing at the Muskoka Wharf
The boat launches will be closed in phases
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Magnetawan reverses expropriation by-law
The proposed expropriation sparked outrage
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Lake Of Bays to break ground on Library expansion
The ceremony takes place next week
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Drive by shooting in Severn Twp.
Police say its and isolated incident.
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Huntsville Hospital Radiothon raises $168,000
The funds will be used for new equipment
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OPP lay 8800 charges over the long weekend
Four people were killed on OPP patrolled roads
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Hospice Huntsville volunteer honoured with Ontario Top Volunteer Award
The award was presented by MPP Graydon Smith
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District hosting Hate Free Symposium on November 8th
The event is being held at the Active Living Centre
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District expanding childcare program
The District plans to add nearly 400 new spaces in the next year
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Lake of Bays Council approves increase in Council member salaries
Council voted for increases of over 10% plus other benefits for the next council term
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Hospice Radiothon raises $80,456 for end-of-life care
The radiothon helped raise over a month of care
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The Bay Celebrates 16 Years of Community Broadcasting in Muskoka
Muskoka's only locally owned, not for profit radio station celebrates 16 years. Thanks go out to our listeners, sponsors, volunteers and staff
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Enliven Cancercare receives $5k from The Bay 88.7
Enliven offers free support for anyone affected by cancer
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The Bay Food Crew helps expand Meals On Wheels program
The service is now available in Lake Of Bays
Events
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Fine Films November - The Penguin LessonsShow Details Tuesday November 4, 2025 Doors Open at 6:30PM; Show begins at 7PM Tickets: $10 inclusive of applicable fees & taxes (when purchased over the...
at Gravenhurst Opera House -
Snatched from the Easel
New works fresh off the easel by 31 Huntsville Art Society Artists. Join us for food and drink at our opening reception and AGM.
at Algonquin Theatre -
Film at The Stockey: ThelmaThursday, November 6, 2025 - 7:00 PM
at Stockey Centre For The Performing Arts -
Lunch At Allen's... Farewell Tour!Show Details Thursday, November 6, 2025 Doors Open at 7:00PM; Show begins at 7:30PM Tickets: $73.23 plus applicable fees & taxes Reserved Seating Cash Bar
at Gravenhurst Opera House -
Sarah McLachlan: Fumbling Towards Ecstasy 30th Anniversary TourSarah McLachlan is one of the most celebrated singer/songwriters in entertainment with over 40 million albums sold worldwide. She has received three Grammy Awar...
at Casino Rama -
Frozen in Time - On Sale November 7Frozen in Time - Tickets on Sale November 7 at 11am
at Algonquin Theatre
