To improve safety around schools and support Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) enforcement, the District of Muskoka has updated and consolidated its School Zone and Community Safety Zone by-laws. As of March 2025, all School Zones on District roads are now also designated as Community Safety Zones. This change strengthen...

The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a motor vehicle collision involving two vehicles where one person has died. On June 11, 2025, at approximately 3:00 p.m., the West Parry Sound OPP responded to a motor vehicle collision involving a commercial motor vehicle and a pas...

Bruce Hemphill, a man known for his considerable community involvement, is the Town of Gravenhurst's Senior of the Year. Mayor Heidi Lorenz made the announcement at the Gravenhurst Opera House earlier today during the 41st annual Mayor's Tea. "On behalf of council, town staff, and everyone in Gravenhurst, I want t...

Downtown Bracebridge comes alive this summer with the return of the annual Bandshell Concert Series in Memorial Park. Free live performances will take place every Wednesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m., starting July 2 and continuing through the end of August. This year's exciting lineup features a variety of musical styles fro...

The Ontario government is celebrating the exceptional contributions of professionals, organizations, and volunteers committed to supporting crime victims. The Attorney General's Victim Services Awards of Distinction appreciate dedicated individuals who raise awareness of victims' issues in Ontario and uplift people who...

Members of the Orillia Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment are investigating a collision where a single motor vehicle struck pedestrians approximately two weeks ago. On May 25, 2025, at approximately 1:45 p.m., members of the Orillia OPP Detachment along with Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to a repor...

The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) with the assistance of the West Parry Sound OPP Crime Unit and OPP Canine have arrested and charged a person with drug and firearm related offences. On June 9, 2025, at approximately 4:00 p.m. officers received a report of a person with a firearm ne...

The Town of Bracebridge is moving forward with a comprehensive update to speed limits across its municipal road network as part of ongoing efforts to enhance road safety for all users, support community well-being, and encourage responsible growth. Beginning in the urban areas of town this year, Bracebridge will reduce...

Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a serious incident that occurred in Bracebridge and one person stands charged. On June 4, 2025 at 9:40 p.m. Bracebridge OPP officers, along with Muskoka EMS, responded to reports of a loud disturbance at a motel on Manitoba Street in Bracebridge. Officers arr...

Premier Doug Ford has formally invited Canada's premiers to join the Council of the Federation (COF) summer meeting from July 21 to 23, 2025, in Huntsville, Ontario. "With President Trump taking direct aim at our economy, we need to build and we need to build fast," said Premier Ford. "Together, premiers...

Due to on-site maintenance, the north parking lot at the Bracebridge Resources Management Centre will be closed from Monday, June 9 to Thursday, June 12. A contractor will be on-site to prepare for the expansion of the parking lot taking place this summer. Visitors are asked to follow all on-site signage and park in th...

In honour of the sesquicentennial, the Town of Bracebridge is proud to create a legacy tree planting initiative, the Bracebridge 150 Forest. This summer, 150 trees will be planted on Town parkland between Little Ryans Way and Gostick Park creating a lasting and living tribute to the Town's rich history and bright futur...

The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a single motor vehicle collision where one person has died. The deceased has been identified at a 65-year-old from Edmonton Alberta. On June 3, 2025, at approximately 12:00 p.m., the West Parry Sound OPP responded to a single motor ...

The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a single motor vehicle collision where one person has died. On June 3, 2025, at approximately 12:00 p.m., the West Parry Sound OPP responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 400 north of the Town of Parry Sound. The in...

On June 1, 2025 at 1:10 p.m., the Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a motor vehicle collision on Muskoka Road 10, west of Brunel Road, involving a motorcycle and another vehicle. The driver of the motorcycle was transported to a Trauma Centre for what was believed to be life thre...

On May 31, 2025 at 3:44 p.m. officers of the Huntsville O.P.P. responded to a report of a vehicle in the ditch on Camp Kitchen Rd in the Town of Huntsville. Upon arriving at the scene, officers observed signs of alcohol consumption and identified the driver who officers suspected had been consuming alcohol. The driver ...

In recognition of National AccessAbility Week, the District of Muskoka, together with its Accessibility Advisory Committee (AAC), is launching a community survey to gather feedback on accessibility within District-operated programs, services, and facilities. The goal is to better understand individual experiences and ...

The Muskoka Junior C Bears are pleased to announce the signing of Goaltender Kyle Downey, formerly from the Stoufville Spirit and the Windsor Spitfires, and the Bears Captain, Aiden McDonald, has also re-signed, for their upcoming 2025-26 season. The Team welcomes both as great additions for this coming year.

Hammondbus.com is proud to announce the addition of its first wheelchair-accessible motorcoach to its fleet, marking a significant milestone in the company's long-standing commitment to inclusive transportation. The newly delivered 2025 Prevost H3-45, manufactured in Canada, is equipped with a state-of-the-art RICON re...

On June 1, 2025 at 1:10 p.m. the Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a motor vehicle collision on Muskoka Road 10, west of Brunel Road, involving a motorcycle and another vehicle. As a result of the collision, Muskoka Road 10 was closed for several hours while police investigated t...

On May 30, 2025, at 12:30 a.m. Bracebridge OPP officers were dispatched to a single vehicle collision that occurred on Kanien'keha:ka lohatatie, formerly Muskoka Road 38, in Muskoka Lakes Township. The vehicle had partially left the roadway and became stuck in a swamp, none of the occupants sustained injuries. Officers...

On May 29th at 2;10 a.m., OPP were conducting general patrol on King William Street in Huntsville. Police observed a vehicle parked at the rear of a local business with a man apparently asleep inside the vehicle. The interaction evolved into an impaired investigation and the driver was arrested for impaired driving. A ...

On Monday (May 26th) fire crews from Port Carling, Windermere, Raymond and Milford Bay were called to a reported structure fire before 9 am. Upon arrival officials noted there were three other structures nearby that needed protection under threat from a fully involved cottage fire. Crews spent 5 hours extinguishing the...

Getting to the Bracebridge 150 Community Celebration and Showcase on June 7 and 8 is easier than ever, thanks to a special Bracebridge Transit service being offered all weekend long. While there is plenty of free on-site parking available at J.D. Lang Activity Park, residents and visitors are encouraged to Ride the Wav...

Following the recent temporary consolidation of obstetrical services to the Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) Site, Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) continues to work closely with system partners to evaluate options for labour and delivery services in Muskoka. Weekly meetings are taking place with Ontario...