Local
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Table Foundation asks for $1.2 million for new facility
In addition to the initial $1.2 million, the foundation is asking for $80 per night to run a warming and cooling centre
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Bracebridge hospital declares COVID outbreak
Visitation is now restricted to one essential care-giver per patient
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Smith announces emergency preparedness funding for the region
Huntsville rec'd $50K for new radio equipment
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Province asks for input on 2026 budget
You can give input by attending in-person meetings, submitting written feedback, or completing an online survey
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$95,000 light show installed for Xmas in Downtown Huntsville
The lights are the latest feature to help make the Downtown Core a winter destination
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Almaguin Highlands businesses bring home the bling
The Almaguin Highlands Chamber of Commerce held their annual award ceremony Thursday
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Festive RIDE underway
OPP is urging drivers to make arrangements for a safe ride home
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Education Minister could take control of Near North School board
The school board is under pressure following delays opening a new school in Parry Sound
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Lake of Bays Council increase pay for next term
Most councilors will see an 11% increase
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Deadline approaches for AO's Paddle Art Auction
Bidding closes for the paddle art auction on November 25th
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Project Porchlight Food Drive returns December 3rd
Residents in Huntsville/Lake of Bays are encouraged to leave non perishable food items out for the Salvation Army Food Bank
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Huntsville Hospital gives the all clear on gastro outbreak
Regular visiting protocols are back in place
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Locally shot film wins Best Short Documentary at Red Nation Film Fest
The documentary about local advocate Joyce Jonthan Crone beat out 47 entries
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Police remind drivers about stopping for school buses
Fines can range up to $4000 plus 6 demerit points
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Police stop commercial vehicle driver with open liquor
The driver of the bucket truck is facing multiple impaired related charges
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District of Muskoka declares a new Muskoka Business Week
Muskoka Business Week runs Nov 24-28
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Norway Point Park gets a facelift
A new beach is one of the new enhanced featured of the park
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Huntsville OPP launching "Coffee With A Cop"
OPP invite the public to drop in a McDonalds and ask question or say hi
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District of Muskoka is looking at a 3.85% tax increase for 2026
The district tax is a portion of your total property tax, along with municipal taxes and an education portion
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Police charge 15 drivers using phones while driving
Police urge drivers to pull over when you need to use the phone
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Driver faces impaired charges after hitting construction equipment
The driver left the scene after the collision
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Construction could cause delays at Williamsport Rd bridge
Construction starts this Wednesday
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Vandalism at HHS causes disruption and $10K damage
The recent vandalism caused damage to 2 classrooms
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Huntsville seeks input on new parks master plan
The new plan will guide the town's green spaces for the next 10-15 years
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Province invests in Brawo Brassworking
The Burk's Falls business employs over 100 workers
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Huntsville passes 4.87% tax increase for 2026
The increase works out to $73 per $300,000 in assessment
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Gravenhurst man charged in connection with shelter in place advisory
The advisory was issued for a potential armed man in the Severn area
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Shelter in place lifted in Severn
A shelter in place advisory was initiated last night
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Parking restrictions on Lake of Bays roads
The township warns that vehicles parked on roads could be towed
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Clear bags required at District transfer sites starting in January
There will be extra charges for using black bags
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Locally shot film nominated at Film Fest in Beverly Hills
The international film festival takes place this weekend
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Ombudsman cites LOB councilors for conduct in closed session
Councilors speculated on the identity of a resident
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Kearney graphite mine readying to restart production
The mine is located on one of the worlds largest flake graphite deposits
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Lake of Bays stop sign relocation in the works for Walker Lake Drive
The change is being made due to several near misses
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Gravenhurst proposes 6.87% tax increase
Homeowners could see increases of $72 per $100,000 of assessment
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Lake of Bays Council considering a 5.56% tax levy increase for 2026
Lake of Bays Council reviewed the 2026 draft budget, projecting an increase amid rising costs and new staffing and infrastructure projects.
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Teens charged with throwing rocks at cars
The two teens will be in court to answer to their charges
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Snow brings a rash of crashes
Police are providing tips for winter driving
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Youth on E-bike injured in collision
The youth was taken to hospital
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Province increases municipal funding by 10%
MPP Graydon Smith says the new funding helps keep taxes stable
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Smith comments on Province's economic update
Smith says the deficit is improving faster than expected
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New subdivision coming to Sundridge
The development includes plans for 15 new homes
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Remembrance Day Ceremonies in the region
Ceremonies will be held across Muskoka starting at 10.45am
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Santa Ski Show raises more than $30,000
The yearly event support the Burk's Falls & District Food Bank
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Tip leads to impaired charges in Bracebridge
A Gravenhurst man has been charged
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Police looking for suspect in rock throwing incidents
The rocks hit several cars on Hwy 118
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RIDE check takes one impaired driver off the street
The driver was prohibited from driving
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Head on collision takes one life
A Brantford man was pronounced dead at the scene
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Huntsville proposes 4.87% tax increase for 2026
This is year two of "The Mayor's Budget"
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Andy's House marks five years
The hospice has supported over a thousand individuals and their families since its inception
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BMLSS students to compete in robotics tournament
The robotics team is raising funds to be able to compete
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Tourism businesses invited to workshop
The workshop will help staff improve services and experiences for visitors
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Muskoka Small Business Centre has a new look
The organization just revamped it website to better help entrepreneurs
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Police report an increase in online frauds
Police say victims were taken for thousands of dollars
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Cattle hauler flips, causing chaos on Hwy 11
Several cattle were killed when the tractor trailer flipped, with others escaping on to the highway
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Moody's gives District top marks for strong budgeting
The top tier municipality has been given a Aa1 rating
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Huntsville closing parks for the winter
All sports parks are now closed and other amenities will follow after the first snowfall
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Police ask for help locating missing youth
Maricia was last seen yesterday in Emsdale
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Aitchison gives his reaction to federal budget
Aitchison says the budget missed the mark
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Visitor restrictions in place Huntsville Hospital
The hospital is dealing with a gastro-related outbreak
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Hospice Huntsville opens new extension
The new space will allow hospice to extend programs and services
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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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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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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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Light Up the Stage 2025 Show
A night of improv, sketch comedy, and musical performances. Pay-What-You-Can at the Door ($5 suggested). Come enjoy a fun show by performers of all abilities.
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A Coast-To-Coast Cowboy ChristmasShow Details: Tuesday November 25, 2025 Doors Open at 7:00PM; Show Begins at 7:30PM Tickets: $59 plus applicable fees & taxes Reserved Seating Cash Bar
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Muskoka Authors Association Presents Award-winning Author, David Giuliano Speaking on the how, whe
In this interactive session, David Giuliano will lead a lively conversation exploring how we work as writer
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Colin James TrioAfter 20 studio albums, 8 Juno Awards, 31 Maple Blues Awards and multi-platinum record sales, Colin James remains at the top of his game, continuing to challeng...
at Algonquin Theatre -
BSDA’s Holiday SpectacularFirst Show: Nov 29, 2025 11:00 AM Second Show: Nov 29, 2025 3:00PM Tickets $30 (+HST), $20 (child, +HST)
at Rene M. Caisse Memeorial Theatre -
Christmas Blessings Craft Show
19th Annual Christmas Blessing Craft Show at South River arena.
at South River Community Centre & Arena
