News & Information
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Shared Fire Services Agreement ends July 1stThe Huntsville Lake of Bays Fire Dept is separating into two different municipal services
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HMATA highlights promotional activities for HuntsvilleThe organization focuses on destination marketing bring tourists to events throughout the year with a focus on the shoulder season
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More licensed child care coming to rural communitiesThe District is working to fill gaps in childcare coverage
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Huntsville Council Pushes Amendments to Vehicle for Hire By-law Back to General CommitteeHuntsville Council has referred proposed updates to the Vehicle-for-Hire By-law back to committee for further review
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MAHC launches longer hours for MRI diagnosticsLast year 2900 scans were done, and the MAHC expects the longer hours will reduce wait times
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Joy Jarvis to make a 9km swim to raise funds for new hospitalThe Bay will match donations up to $5000!
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Warmer weather on the waySenior Climatologist Dave Philips says that temps are expected to return to normal with a milder fall and winter
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Police looking for an operator of a Sea-DooPolice say the rider was operating in a dangerous way
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Mother charged with failing to provide the necessities of life and impairedThe woman was arrested in a parking lot in Bracebridge
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Huntsville Fire Department updates council about the split with Lake of Bays FireHuntsville and Lake of Bays Fire Depts are ending their shared services agreement
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Huntsville Mayor Highlights District of Muskoka Push Back on Bill 100The District also set aside a motion not to fund a "province-appointed" District Chair
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Table Soup Foundation to keep fundraising for Table Plaza projectFounder Heather Cassie says the Table will submit new applications for funding from the District
Music & Entertainment News
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Concerts on the Dock returns with another summer of free live music in downtown HuntsvilleThe town is hosting 9 weeks of free live performances on the waterfront, continuing a tradition that has become a favourite gathering place for residents and visitors alike
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David Clayton-Thomas: The voice that powered Blood, Sweat & Tears and shaped a generation of jazz-rockA look at the life and legacy of Canadian singer David Clayton-Thomas, the frontman behind some of Blood, Sweat & Tears
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Huntsville Festival unveils Canada Day canoe mural project blending Tom Thomson art with street cultureHuntsville’s Canada Day Canoe Mural Project returns with live painting, DJs, and hip hop performances in River Mill Park
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Taking Curious Bends in the Road: Deep Purple Roars Back with 'Diablo'The new single comes from a new album due to drop next week
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The 10 Best Acts to See at Mariposa Folk FestivalYou could win a weekend pass by listening to The Bay!
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New Music Monday: Five Fresh Tracks for the Start of SummerNew music from Kevin Morby, Westside Cowboy, Interpol, Tom Odell and Valley
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The Greatest Show on Water: Why Huntsville’s Dockfest is the Ultimate Test of Community SpiritThe famous Bathtub Derby on the Muskoka River returns on July 111
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Logan Staats performs in Huntsville for National Indigenous Peoples DayThe performance is part of free celebrations hosted by the Town of Huntsville in partnership with Hope Arises
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The Voice Returns: Steven Page Comes to HuntsvilleAn exploration of Canadian music icon Steven Page’s prolific post-Barenaked Ladies career ahead of his upcoming summer performance at the Huntsville Festival of the Arts
The Bay In Your Community
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Joy Jarvis to make a 9km swim to raise funds for new hospitalThe Bay will match donations up to $5000!
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Bay Food Crew donates $5,000 to Corner LighthouseThe donation is part of the group's monthly commitment to The Corner Lighthouse
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Hunters Bay Radio honoured for amplifying Legion stories, deepening community impactThe Bay's Jeff Carter accepted the award on behalf of all the volunteers and staff at the station
Local Podcasts
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Muskoka Report June 20 2026A satirical look at this week's news
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Events
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Julian Taylor at Duke's Live Music
Award-winning, Toronto-based singer-songwriter Julian Taylor at Duke's Live Music.
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FMJ – Foreigner Meets JourneyJune 26, 2026 " 7:30 pm Ticket prices are $62.95+HST each. The Stockey Centre
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Lightfoot & Friends - A Gravenhurst Health Hub FundraiserFriday June 26, 2026 Trillium Court 'The Rock Bar' is open at 6pm; Theatre Seating Opens at 6:30PM; Show begins at 7PM Tickets: $45 plus applicable fees & tax...
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FITT Gym Open House
Enjoy free demos, snacks, drinks, exclusive sales, exciting prizes, including Blue Jay's Tickets and a FITT Gym Membership!
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Cam GallowayArtist: Cam Galloway Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026 Time: 2:00 PM Location: Muskoka Brewery, Bracebridge Admission: Free
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MUSKOKA PUBLISHING SUMMIT: From Manuscript to Market Hosted by Muskoka Authors Association
Is this the year you finally take your manuscript to the next level? Whether you are dreaming of landing an agent, securing a publishing deal, self- publishin...
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Community is Stronger than Cancer Day Walk
On June 28, we come together for the Community is Stronger Than Cancer Walk at Sunnidale Park. This isn’t just a walk — it’s a chance for each of us to show up ...
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New World Men – The Sound of Rush & The Hip ExperienceDATE: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 LOCATION: Wenonah II, Muskoka Steamship Cruise SHOWTIME: 6:00 pm DOORS OPEN: 5:30 pm $200.00
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