Bracebridge OPP have charged three people following a theft complaint in Gravenhurst. Yesterday afternoon police attended a retail store after an off-duty police officer became aware of the incident. The three people all from the GTA, aged 43, 34 and 16 face charges of theft under 5-thousand dollars and possession of p...

A construction job fair is set for May 21st in Barrie. Hosted by Invest Barrie and the Barrie Construction Association, the event invites anyone looking to learn more about available construction opportunities and make connections with local employers. A representative from the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program will...

The Township of Lake of Bays is pleased to share some positive news regarding the Community Centre, Arena and Library facility in Baysville. As of today, the Library portion of the facility has reopened, allowing library services and programs to resume. Following ongoing assessment, crews have successfully bypassed the...

The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is sounding alarms about the availability and the use of alcohol. The Health Unit points to the increased availability in Ontario - grocery stores, convenience stores, highway gas stations, along with a new "Bring Your Own" policy. The increased availability normalizes ...

Huntsville OPP have charged a couple of people with impaired in the last few days. First, OPP charged a Sundridge resident with impaired driving following an incident Friday. Police responded to a disturbance call on Ravenscliffe Road around 3:20 in the afternoon. The 34 year old will be in a Bracebridge courtroom on J...

The Ministry of Natural Resources Bracebridge-Minden-Parry Sound District is advising area residents and visitors that a Flood Watch is in effect for the Severn River, including Sparrow Lake. The watch will remain in effect until Friday, May 22nd

The Bracebridge Library Board wishes to express its support for the positions advanced by the Federation of Ontario Public Libraries (FOPL), the Canadian Federation of Library Associations (CFLA-FCAB), and library organizations across Canada regarding Alberta's proposed Bill 28 and its implications for public library g...

A group of three mothers and the Principal at Bracebridge Public School are fundraising to renovate the school playground which is in serious disrepair. According to CTV, parts of the playground have been removed due to safety reasons with the rest taped off. Four-hundred students attend the school, and the fundraising...

Lake of Bays Township is continuing to assess an issue at the local Community Centre, Arena and Library in Baysville, which has resulted in a temporary closure. Based on ongoing monitoring, the impact remains limited to a specific area of the site, including part of the parking lot and an adjacent maintenance room. Res...

Tourism Gravenhurst, the Gravenhurst Chamber of Commerce, and Explorers' Edge are pleased to announce a new strategic partnership focused on strengthening Gravenhurst's visitor economy through experience-led tourism development, bookable packages, business collaboration, and research-driven decision-making. The partner...

The Ontario government is investing $500,000 through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) to help the Parry Sound Friendship Centre renovate its facility. This funding supports Ontario's commitment to reconciliation by investing in community supports and services for Indigenous people, strengthening I...

Brenda Rhodes officially announced her intention to seek re-election as Town and District Councillor for the Town of Bracebridge in the upcoming 2026 Municipal Election. Since her election in 2022, Rhodes has served as Bracebridge's Deputy Mayor, championing initiatives focused on attaining affordable housing, promotin...

The Lake of Bays Community Centre, Arena and Library remains closed out of an abundance of caution following issues identified during recent work related to upgrades to the building's heating and cooling systems. Township staff and Engineering experts are continuing their assessment of site conditions. The Seniors Cent...

The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) has ended the flood warning and issued a Watershed Conditions Statement - Flood Outlook for the Muskoka River watershed. Residents and visitors should anticipate lake and river water levels to continue to decrease in many areas, with some locations beginning to stabilize. Those w...

Tourism Gravenhurst, the Gravenhurst Chamber of Commerce, and Explorers' Edge are pleased to announce a new strategic partnership focused on strengthening Gravenhurst's visitor economy through experience-led tourism development, bookable packages, business collaboration, and research-driven decision-making. The partner...

Jaden Hollingshead officially launched his campaign for District Councillor in the Town of Gravenhurst's 2026 municipal election. His platform is centred on housing, downtown revitalization, environmental stewardship, and strong representation for Gravenhurst at District Council. "I've seen the housing crisis hold...

Correctional Services Canada (CSC) reports the death of an inmate at Beaver Creek Institution in Gravenhurst. On April 30th, Russell Thomas died while in custody of apparent natural causes. At the time of death, the inmate was 48 years old and had been serving a life sentence since May 17th, 2005. The inmate's next of ...

The Town of Huntsville is pleased to announce the appointment of Jordan Schmidt to the position of Director of Operations. Jordan will be taking over the position from current Director of Operations, Randy Bissonette, who will be retiring. Jordan brings extensive and progressive leadership experience in municipal opera...

The South Muskoka Bears U18 D team recently competed in the OMHA Championship Tournament held in Halton Hills from April 3-5, 2026. The team delivered an outstanding performance, finishing the tournament undefeated with a perfect record of five wins and zero losses. Over the course of the tournament, the Bears dominate...

Explorers' Edge will celebrate the people behind exceptional visitor experiences at the 2026 Big Applause Awards Breakfast, taking place May 13, 2026 at Grandview Golf Club. The Big Applause Awards recognize tourism professionals across the Explorers' Edge region who demonstrate outstanding service, leadership, profess...

A concert commemorating Red Dress Day happens this coming Monday evening at the Gravenhurst Opera house. It will be a chance to experience music, art and community the night prior to Red Dress Day (May 5th) which is the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People. M...

Mark your calendar and join the fun at the Rotary Club of North Muskoka Car Boot Sale on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Canada Summit Centre parking lot, 20 Park Drive, in Huntsville. Whether you're hunting for hidden gems or looking to clear out your own treasures, this community event is the p...

The Rotary Club of North Muskoka and Mike's Landscaping have teamed up to help you green up your home, cottage, or business. The 2026 Rotary Sapling Sale offers 5 different variety packs of native species trees - including Sugar Maple, Yellow Birch, Speckled Alder, Tamarack, Jack Pine and more - to spruce up your prope...

The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) has extended the Flood Warning for Bracebridge-Minden-Parry Sound District until Wednesday, May 6 for the Muskoka River Watershed and Black River. One of the locations of greatest concern is Lake Muskoka. Several areas are experiencing elevated water levels and flows. Residents a...

The Ontario government is investing $15 million in ongoing funding through the Northern Ontario Resource Development Support Fund to help northern municipalities continue improving local infrastructure and supporting responsible economic growth in the North. As part of its plan to protect Ontario, this funding is one m...