News
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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
Music News
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New Music Monday: Five Tracks to Soundtrack Your Week
New music from CKY, Richard Ashcroft, Dropkick Murphys, Yellowcard and local artist Jan Olsson
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MTV's Final Broadcast: A Farewell to Music Television's Legacy
On December 31, 2025, MTV will cease broadcasting music, marking the end of an era that transformed global youth culture
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Jesse Welles Gaining Recognition
Arkansas-born singer-songwriter Jesse Welles captivates audiences with his soulful hit Pilgrim and a growing catalog of acclaimed songs.
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When Rock Went “Miss Molly”: The Story Behind a Classic — and Its Roots
Little Richard’s frantic vocals on “Good Golly, Miss Molly” helped solidify rock ’n’ roll’s wild energy — and connect its roots with the legends that came before.
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On This Day: Tom Petty Documentary Premieres at New York Film Festival
Petty was the leader and frontman of the rock bands Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Mudcrutch and a member of the late 1980s supergroup the Traveling Wilburys.
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New Music Monday: Fresh Sounds for Cool Nights
AJR, Sloan, The Sheepdogs & More Lead This Week’s Playlist
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How a Cold, a Coffee Club, and a Quarrel Helped Shape Rock ’n’ Roll History
A cold and a backstage quarrel at Liverpool’s Casbah Coffee Club set the stage for the Beatles’ legendary lineup and the future of modern music.
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Bitter Sweet Symphony: The Song That Took 20 Years to Pay Its Writer
After decades of lost royalties over a Rolling Stones sample, Richard Ashcroft finally regained control of The Verve’s iconic hit.
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“Sultans of Swing” Still Reigns as a Masterclass in Storytelling and Guitar Work
Dire Staits turned a modest barroom tale into one of rock’s most enduring anthems.
The Bay In Your Community
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Hunters Bay Radio raises over $18,000 for The Terry Fox Run
The run is expected to top over $50,000 for cancer research
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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
Local Podcasts
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ASK MOMS TOUGH TALKS (HELP FOR) OCTOBER 18 2025
ASK MOMS TOUGH TALKS (HELP FOR) OCTOBER 18 2025
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ARTS R US PAIGE MUENIER OCTOBER 19 2025
ARTS R US PAIGE MUENIER OCTOBER 19 2025
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ABRIDGED MUSKOKA BEARS, FIRE SAFETY, ACCESSIBILITY OCTOBER 19 2025
ABRIDGED MUSKOKA BEAERS, FIRE SAFETY, ACCESSIBILITY OCTOBER 19 2025
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ARTS R US JENNIFER ALEXIS OCTOBER 12 2025
ARTS R US JENNIFER ALEXIS OCTOBER 12 2025
Events
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The Life of Chuck
Tickets $10.00 TIFF 2024 People's Choice Award Winner With The Life of Chuck, Mike Flanagan explores one of Stephen King’s most optimistic works. The world ...
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Ontario Public Library Week
Ontario Public Library Week from October 19–25! We're planning a fun-filled week at the library with exciting activities for all ages.
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Muskoka Founders Circle Business Pitch Competition
Show Details Wednesday October 22, 2025 Doors Open at 11:30AM; Pitches begin at 12:00PM, Music Starts at 6:30PM and Winner Announcements at 7:30pm. Tick...
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Women in Business: Networking Event
Join us on Wednesday October 22nd as we CONNECT ~ LEARN ~ GROW An evening of networking with women, learning from each other to help grow your business.
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Muskoka Authors Association Welcomes International Bestselling Author Joy Fielding - Oct 23
Don’t miss this chance to experience an unforgettable evening with Joy Fielding—a writer whose novels prove that while facts belong to nonfiction, the deepest t...
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Award-Winning Author Shani Mootoo to Speak at Muskoka Authors Association - Oct 9
Award-winning author, Shani Mootoo, to speak about newest autofiction novel.
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Evening with an Author: Carrie Schiffler
Help us celebrate Ontario Public Library Week. Join us for an Evening with an Author, featuring Carrie Schiffler
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Blue Suede: The Ultimate Tribute To The Music Of Elvis
Blue Suede is a 10-piece band of extraordinary musicians united by their shared passion for the timeless music of Elvis Presley. This year, they bring audiences...
at Gravenhurst Opera House