Local
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New rules for Fire Depts. cause challenges for municipalities
The North Eastern Fire Education Conference was held in Huntsville
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Enliven runs 7th Annual Wellness Fair today
The event runs from 2pm-5pm
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Huntsville waives fees for Indigenous burial site
The request was "in the spirit of Truth and Reconciliation"
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MRI project in Huntsville nearly complete
Final testing expected in June
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Muskoka Lakes Fire Dept. honours late Fire Captain
Captain John Thomson served since 1981
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Huntsville considers raising councilor pay
The 12% increase doesn't include the 40% District councilors would receive
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Unattended burn barrel causes garage fire
The garage was fully engulfed when crews arrived
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Bracebridge Fire to conduct live fire training
Residents may notice smoke
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Police busy with Impaired drivers
Police charged 4 people in 4 days
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Huntsville capital projects $1.5million over budget
The fleet reserve is expected to go into the red
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Hydro One working to restore power
Most customers are expected to be reconnected by tonight
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Huntsville kicks off its summer construction season
The work is expected to begin soon and run through the summer
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Unity Circle to move beside Town Hall
The installation has been changed and moved to a new location
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Smile Cookie Campaign to help local schools
The goal is to raise $30,000 for local schools
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Aitchison returns to Ottawa
Liberal Candidate Geordie Sabbagh urged him to support the good work being done across the region
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HUNTSVILLE - Are You Prepared?
Emergency Preparedness (EP) Week May 4- 10, 2025
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Huntsville Town Hall undergoing restoration
Work on the building will be complete before the summer season starts
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Financial advisor defrauded clients of more than $1.8M
Forged documents to cover it up
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Women charged with theft under $5K
The store was hit twice
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Parry Sound Muskoka votes today
There are four candidates to choose from
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Fire Dept responds to chimney fire in Port Carling
The Fire Dept. recommends having your chimney inspected yearly.
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OPP arrest man with a knife for assault with a weapon
The incident took place at Huntsville Place Mall
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Flood Watch extended
High winds could cause damage to shorelines & infrastructure
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Fire at Deerhust's Antler Steakhouse
Crews were on scene early this morning
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Police arrest man involved in daylight B&E
Police are still looking for a second suspect
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District pleased with uptake on new clear bag program
Over 75% of households are participating
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Military on the move this weekend
Motorists could see the convoy on major highways
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Federal Housing Minister coming to Bracebridge
Liberal candidate Geordie Sabbagh is hosting the event at Tooketree Passive Homes
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Muskoka Lakes offers community grants
The grant program supports not for profit groups
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Huntsville OPP urges drivers to be cautious around motorcycles
Last year there was 54 crashes in Huntsville
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Huntsville readying public parks for the season
Work has begun to prepare public parks for the summer
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The Bay Food Crew helps expand Meals On Wheels program
The service is now available in Lake Of Bays
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Hoyas Robotics Team bring home 3rd place in World Championships
The team competed against a Nasa-sponsored entry
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Huntsville OPP arrest three for impaired
Police were kept busy on the long weekend
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District to spend $450K over budget at transfer stations
The increase was almost double the budget amount
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Man wanted after stealing container full of cash
The man fled on foot
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Police warn about damaging election signs
One person was threatened
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Police searching for culprits of daylight B&E
The break in took place on Main Street West
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Traffic stop ends with multiple trafficking charges
The driver was flagged by an automatic licence plate scanner
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Huntsville Festival announces summer line up
The Festival enters its 33rd season
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Gravenhurst hosts tree and shrub sale
The initiative helps reduce energy costs and supports wildlife habitat
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Police charge three with impaired on Saturday
The RIDE checks were held in Port Carling, Bracebridge and Gravenhurst
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Apprenticeship Expo this Thursday
The expo takes place at the Active Living Centre
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Hope Arises reaches new milestone
The project aims to strengthen cultural understanding
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Flood Watch extended
The warning is in effect until Friday
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Storm debris pickup starts Monday
Bundled brush should be no longer than 3x2ft
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HFA announces scholarship winners
The festival has handed out over $100 since 1997
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Citizens help locate sources of salt in our watershed
Road salt is a leading contributor to rising chloride levels
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Easter weekend service closures
In Bracebridge, some facilities will be open for advanced polling
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Liberal Candidate bringing Housing Minister to riding
Sabbagh says his pro-active approach will bring federal attention to the riding
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Gravenhurst moves swimming lessons to the YMCA
The town says goose droppings are causing water quality issues
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Muskoka Heritage hosts easter egg hunt
The annual easter egg hunt is hosted by The Nutty Chocolatier
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Gravenhurst eyes geese problem
Councilors were told "as long as you have water and grass, you'll have geese"
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Sundridge, Strong & Joly asking for nominations
The municipalities are looking for volunteers who make a difference
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Lake of Bays students can apply for a bursary
The $2500 bursary would help with post secondary education
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Gravenhurst to close two entrances off Hwy 11
The access points are a safety concern
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LOB stops webcasts for some meetings
Webcasting will continue to council & planning meetings
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Bracebridge Deputy Mayor backs waste master plan
Bracebridge Deputy Mayor expresses importance of District’s Solid Waste Master Plan
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Heads up for drivers in Huntsville
Several downtown roads will be closed for Maplefest April 26
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HFA invites proposals for Nuit Blanche North
The late night festival is in its 13th year
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Bracebridge offering free compost on Earth Day
It's first come, first served
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District lifts State of Emergency
Crews continue with long term recovery
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Gravenhurst supports local organizations
$30K has been awarded to 9 groups
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South River opposes new lithium battery project
South River joins Burk's Falls opposing the project
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New MAT Task Force
Lake of Bays calling on local operators to join new Municipal Accommodation Tax Task Force.
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$18,000 for South Muskoka Hospital Foundation
Maloney presented cheque for South Muskoka Hospital Foundation yesterday
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Man charged with Dangerous Driving after fleeing Police
The driver caused damage to a police cruiser
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Bracebridge Fire receives $25K from Firehouse Subs
The dept. received $25,000 for training equipment
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Muskoka Conservancy offering student bursary
They are offering $2,000 for studies in natural sciences
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Service restored to 99% of customers - Hydro One
The hardest hit areas should be connected by end of week
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Muskoka Lakes Fire hosting Family Safety Day
The municipality says its a great way to learn about safety
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Bracebridge announces new Director of Public Works
The new director has been with the town for 5 years
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Huntsville looking for sponsors and participants for Canada Day
The celebrations will take place at River Mill Park
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Bracebridge ends "Significant Weather" declaration
Debris clean up will continue in the days ahead
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Police looking for man after an assault in Sundridge
Police are looking for a man 30-40 years old
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Bracebridge planning 150th Anniversary bash
The town is looking for help to celebrate its 150th anniversary
Events
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HHS-Fundraiser-Under The Stars
Please join us for a memorable evening of food, music, and community at the Huntsville High School Fundraising Dinner!
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Shine a Light on Community Living
Experience nighttime lighting displays for Community Living Month on May 1 at Huntsville Town Hall and Community Living Huntsville's administrative offices.
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HFA Acoustic Pop-Up Series
Join us for a new intimate concert series at the HFA Studio featuring talented folk musicians and singer-songwriters. Bring your own drinks and snacks to share,...
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The Traveling Milburys
Don’t miss this spectacular salute to the supergroup of all supergroups; The Traveling Wilburys: George Harrison, Tom Petty, Roy Orbison, Jeff Lynne and Bob Dyl...
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Jay Leno & Special Guest Arsenio Hall
It’s a night of big laughs with talk show and comedy icons Jay Leno and Arsenio Hall live.
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Pat Temple Live at Canvas
A much-loved return performer to the Near North, Pat Temple and his brotherhood of stellar players are gearing up and excited to present their infectious sound...