As Explorers' Edge launches its 2026-2027 fiscal year and begins implementation of its new Business and Operational Plan, the organization is pleased to announce the promotions of Jennifer Montpetit to Director of Strategic Partnerships & Development and Jake Good to Brand Narrative Manager. These leadership change...

On April 1st at 3:05p.m. members of the Huntsville O.P.P. responded to a disturbance on Brunel Road near Riverside Public School. School staff reported a male pacing on Brunel Road, waving a sign and yelling about his disdain for people. Upon arrival police immediately recognized the male and were aware of his court co...

The Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating the circumstances surrounding significant damage that was caused at a community centre in Bracebridge. On Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 8:00 p.m., a local hockey team was hosting a hockey game at the Muskoka Lumber Community Centre locate...

Writers, this is your moment. Registration is now open for the 2026 Muskoka Novel Marathon, a one-of-a-kind creative challenge that pushes you to write a novel in just 72 hours - while helping raise funds for adult literacy. By signing up for the marathon, happening Thursday, July 16 to Sunday, July 19, 2026, at the Po...

Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is pleased to share that the new donor-funded mammography unit at the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) is now fully installed and up and running, marking an important milestone for breast imaging services for all residents in Muskoka and area. In January, MAHC announced t...

Two more physicians have signed the five-year physician commitment for practicing in Huntsville! This brings the total number of physicians recruited to eight since launching the attraction program in Spring 2024. The Town is quickly reaching its goal of ten family physicians with many more interested candidates in dis...

The Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested an individual with impaired-related charged while investigating a conflict between two youth in the Town of Huntsville. On March 31, 2026 at 3:15 p.m., the Huntsville OPP were made aware a single vehicle collision on Brunel Road near Muskoka...

With the warmer weather approaching, it is time to think about the significant impact it has on wildfires - how they start, how aggressively they spread, and how long they burn. As fire danger ratings change during the summer season, it is important to be aware of the current rating and take precautionary steps to redu...

The Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a threat that was made to a local school this morning. On Tuesday, March 31, 2026, just before 9:00 a.m., Bracebridge OPP officers responded to a concern about a threatening phone call that was received at a local elementary school locat...

Ontario is ready to protect people and communities this wildland fire season, which lasts from April 1 until October 31. To prepare for the 2026 fire season, the province has added an additional 68 permanent staff and increased compensation for critical staff including wildland firefighters, pilots and aircraft mainten...

On March 29th, members of the Huntsville O.P.P. responded to a neighbors dispute. Police spoke with both involved parties who have been engaged in on-going disputes in recent months. The suspect was cautioned to allow the victim to move their belongings without interfering. However, later that same day police were call...

On March 26, 2026 at 8:07p.m., Officers from the Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a report of a robbery at a local convenience store on West Road in the Town of Huntsville. The information received was that a male attended this location demanding money from the cash regist...

A Penetanguishene man is dead after a snowmobile crash on Georgian Bay Sunday evening. OPP were called to the ice near the southern tip of Beausoleil Island just after 7 p.m. Police say a 62-year-old man lost control of his machine and was ejected onto the ice. An accompanying rider stayed with him and called for help,...

A happy ending for an injured dog in Tay Township over the weekend. On Saturday afternoon, a Husky wandered onto a property on Vasey Road with its face covered in porcupine quills. The dog's owner was unable to afford the emergency vet bill and Southern Georgian Bay OPP were called for help. Officers coordinated with a...

Explorers' Edge is proud to present Women in Tourism: Know Your Worth. Tell Your Story. on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at the Canadian Raceboat Hall of Fame in Muskoka Lakes. Designed for women and gender-diverse professionals working across tourism and hospitality, the evening will bring together participants from acros...

The Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a driver with impaired driving after receiving a concern from the public. On Thursday, March 27th at 12:10 a.m., Bracebridge OPP officers responded to a concern from a member of the public about the condition of a driver near a quick service ...

Mark your calendars! The municipal election is set for Monday, October 26, and the Town of Bracebridge is ready for an exciting year ahead supporting an informed and engaged electorate. To support this effort, the Town has launched an updated election website, bracebridgevotes.ca which will serve as the central hub for...

MUSKOKA LAKES: "In the Ontario budget, we want to see action on pre-budget recommendations by the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) that our Chamber supports, including treating tourism and broadband like real economic infrastructure and better support for our municipalities," says Muskoka Lakes Chamber of Co...

The Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged another driver with impaired after a collision on Highway 400. On Monday March 23, 2026 at 1:00 a.m., Bracebridge OPP officers responded to a single-vehicle collision that occurred on Highway 400 South near Twelve Mile Bay Road in Georgian Ba...

The Township of Lake of Bays is continuing the process of reviewing and updating its Official Plan. An Official Plan contains the Township's policies on land use and development, making sure that it reflects the community's specific needs and aligns with current provincial policies. Staff are seeking input from residen...

The Huntsville Fire Department is pleased to announce that it has received a $25,000 grant from the Province of Ontario to support mental health and leadership training for its responders and their families. As one of only 80 recipients throughout the province to receive funding, the grant will allow the department to ...

The Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested three drivers for impaired related offenses in the past 7 days. On March 17, 2026 at 4:32p.m., the Huntsville OPP responded to a report of a single vehicle collision on Highway 60 near Hillside Drive. Officers arrived on scene and located pi...

The Ministry of Natural Resources ("MNR"), Bracebridge-Minden-Parry Sound District, is advising residents that the following bulletins are in effect until Friday, March 27, 2026: Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety Bulletin for Bracebridge-Minden-Parry Sound District Watershed Conditions Statement ...

The Township of Lake of Bays is proud to announce the launch of its first-ever public mapping hub, the Lake of Bays Map Explorer, a major step forward in digital access, transparency, and community engagement. For the first time, residents, businesses, developers, and visitors can explore municipal geographic informati...

A popular program is returning to the Bracebridge Library, but with a new name and two extra days. The Celebration Closet, formerly known as Say Yes to Your Dress, is now a three-day event where formal wear for any occasion will be available for free. The event takes place from Friday, May 1 - Sunday, May 3. The hours ...