Local
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Portage Flyer Christmas hits the tracks on December 20th
Rides run from 5-8pm, with sensory-friendly rides at 4.30pm
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Huntsville says personal information was accessed in cyber hack
Information included names, dates of birth, addresses, banking details, payment card numbers, driver’s licence or passport information, health card numbers, medical details, employee files, and even criminal history
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Huntsville’s Forest of Light Returns with a Winter Wonderland Experience
The reimagined trail invites visitors to explore a magical one-kilometre illuminated forest, interactive soundscapes, and festive skating
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MAHC updates masking rules
Everyone is being asked to mask up when interacting with patients at MAHC hospitals
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Smith announces more funding for snowmobile trail system
Smith says the funding will help re-open 4500km's of snowmobile trails
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Bracebridge to enter Licence of Occupation with District of Muskoka
The District is building a new waste depot site in Bracebridge
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TLDSB showing improvement in EQAO testing
Most metrics showed improvement over the provincial average
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AMO offering training courses for anyone interested in running in the next municipal election
The course covers campaign basics, plus how to handle criticism and more
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COVID outbreak over at Bracebridge hospital
Regular visiting hours resumes after 10 cases were confirmed clear
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Huntsville General Committee postpones decision about using LiveBarn for arena sports events
It was revealed that the free service would cost the town $4400 per year
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Huntsville Council rescinds decision to accept the statue of Gandhi
Councillors expressed that they had gotten it wrong and promised to learn a lesson from the experience
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Mike McIntosh of Bear With Us honoured for his work
Mike and his wife Ella care for orphaned and injured bears in Sprucedale
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MPP commends province's move to take control of school board
The Ministry of Education took control of the Near North School Board
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Seventeen year old turns himself in after damaging school properties
Damage was done to school properties at Muskoka Beechgrove and Gravenhurst High
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Police arrest impaired driver who drove through a guardrail
The driver fled the scene on foot
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Food Drives on tonight in Huntsville, Lake of Bays and the Almaguin Highlands
Firefighters and other volunteers will be coming to your house tonight starting at 6pm
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Council holding special meeting on Ghandi statue
The announcement of acceptance caught many townspeople off guard, with many questioning the town's decision
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Police searching for driver who damaged two school properties
Police are looking for a white Mitsubishi
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Driver faces multiple charges including impaired and assault
The woman left impaired and was later seen driving a damaged vehicle
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Muskoka Lakes posts a 8.6% budget increase
The increase will cost taxpayers an extra $41 per $300,000 of assessment
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Province moves to take control of Near North School Board
The move follows a botched new school opening in Parry Sound
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Young driver charged with impaired, assault and more
The driver fled from police, and faces multiple charges
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Huntsville pursues legal counsel for Huntsville High School's Tiny House Project
The project will allow students to gain hands on experience after the liability issues are resolved
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Police arrest Huntsville women for impaired
Police report she had left her work under the influence
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Huntsville Rotary Christmas Auction is now live
Over 200 items are available for bidding with no tax on all purchases
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Santa Claus parade and celebrations start tonight at 5pm
The celebrations start at 5pm at Kent Park
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Huntsville General Committee agree to the new draft Discharging of Fireworks By-law
Fireworks will only be allowed on stat holidays, with fines starting at $500 for firework displays on other days
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Watermain break closes Main St West
Motorists may have to take Ravenscliffe Rd into town
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Police investigating damage to Gravenhurst school properties
Vandals hit Gravenhurst Public and Gravenhurst High School properties
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Former Mayor Terry Clarke dies
Mayor Nancy Alcock says Clarke helped build the Huntsville that residents rely on today
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Snow Squall Watch calls for up to 30cm
Environment Canada calling for up to 30cm by Saturday
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Huntsville reminds residents not to park on roads this winter
The town has added 4 plows to their fleet to help clear roads
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4.9% tax levy increase recommended for Bracebridge
The increase will cost an extra $83 per $300,000 of assessment
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Police warn of first real taste of winter driving
A major storm is expected to bring 15-30cm of the white stuff with blowing snow
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Muskoka Community Foundation launches Huntsville Fund
The fund will be used to help attract new medical professionals and a new Unity Path
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Santa Claus parade closes Main St. on Friday evening
Main Street will close starting at 6pm on Friday
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Muskoka's Got Talent opens for registration
The event is looking for performers who could win up to $1500
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Bracebridge's new community centre wins design award
The new facility won the 2025 Parks & Rec Award of Excellence
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Colder, snowier winter on the way - Weather Network
The Weather Network is forecasting a colder than usual start to winter
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Huntsville Council agrees to install 6-foot bronze statue of Mahatma Gandhi
The bronze is one of two municipalities chosen by India
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The Bay recognized for its support of Huntsville Community
The Bay was among several organizations and individuals recognized for its work to improve the community
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Two new EV charging systems coming to Huntsvillle
Councilors approved new chargers at the CSC at McCulley Robertson Sports Park
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Two men arrested after interfering a police investigation
The arrests follow an incident that occurred on October 20th where a dirt bike rider was airlifted
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Lake of Bays appoints new Fire Chief
The appointment is the first step in separate fire services from Huntsville
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Mandatory masking returns at MAHC hospitals
Visitors must wear a mask when visiting the hospital
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Bracebridge installs snowmobile bridge across the Muskoka River
The bridge closes navigation along a section of the Muskoka River
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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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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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Dallas Smith + His Band: One Night Only (Unplugged)Big Loud artist Dallas Smith has a track record of noteworthy success - from front man of Platinum-selling rock band Default to 3x consecutive CCMA Entertainer ...
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Book Reading: Jennifer JonesTuesday, December 9, 2025 - 7:00 PM Presented by The Stockey Centre and Parry Sound Books. No stone is left unturned in this candid memoir by one of Canada’s g...
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Parry Sound High School Christmas ConcertWednesday, December 10, 2025 - 7:10 PM
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A Seussified Christmas CarolWednesday, December 10, 2025 - 6:00 PM Adult $15.00 Youth $10.00
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GHS Presents: Wayback WhenWednesday December 10, 2025 Doors Open at 6:00PM; Show begins at 6:30PM Tickets: Regular $10*, Youth (13-17y/o) $7 Children (0-12y/o) $5 all tickets are plu...
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Tim Baker ON Tour This Christmas: Small Halls and Holiday SongsShow Details Thursday December 11, 2025 Doors Open at 7:00PM; Show begins at 7:30PM Tickets: $45 plus applicable fees & taxes Reserved Seating Ca...
at Gravenhurst Opera House
