To protect Ontario's snowmobile network and the communities that rely on it, our government is providing the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) with an additional $3.9 million this season, bringing total support to $4.9 million in 2025-26. This targeted funding will enable the full reopening of 4,500 kilomet...

The next municipal election is approaching on October 26, 2026, and now is the time for residents to start thinking about taking an active role and exploring what it takes to serve on Council. Free Candidate Training Series To support both first-time and returning candidates, the Association of Municipalities of Ontari...

Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC), in consultation with the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit, has confirmed the respiratory outbreak (COVID-19) on North Wing at the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) Site is over. The outbreak lasted 13 days, and through outbreak management protocols including testing, seven p...

At the Special Council Meeting held on December 3, 2025, Council revisited their vote on the Gandhi statue from the November Council Meeting. In light of the community's response, Council voted unanimously against accepting the donation. All public comments that were sent to the Clerks department were shared with Counc...

Officers of the Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (O.P.P.) are always looking for criminal driving behaviour. At about 7:08p.m. of November 24, 2025, Huntsville OPP received a call reporting a pickup truck involved in a collision at the on ramp from South Mary Lake Rd. to Highway 11 northbound. Po...

Hospice Muskoka-Andy's House is excited to announce its first annual Cram-a-Cruiser event, in partnership with Shamrock Lodge and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), to support the West Muskoka Food Bank. The initiative aims to collect non-perishable food items and unwrapped toys to bring comfort, joy, and holiday che...

Councillor Kristian Graziano has issued a statement in response to a ruling that he violated Georgian Bay Township's Code of Conduct. He was found to have treated staff with disrespect, resulting in intimidation. The township's Integrity Commissioner has suggested he be given a reprimand, forfeit 15 days pay and take t...

UPDATE: Police say on Tuesday, December 2nd the driver of the involved vehicle, a 17-year-old Bracebridge youth, came forward and took responsibility for the mischief caused to the two school properties. PRIOR: The Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a mischief to two separate...

The Township of Muskoka Lakes has adopted the 2026 Municipal Budget, the first to be introduced as the Mayor's Budget under Part VI.1 of the Municipal Act, 2001. The Township's budget has been developed with a commitment to ensure the maintenance of existing levels of service while also building for the future by inves...

A new Christmas story that's warming the hearts of children is making a splash after being named an official book of the Toronto Santa Claus Parade. 'Snowball: A Christmas Dilemma' is written by Scarborough resident Ian R. White and was edited by a former Bracebridge resident, Tim Gentle. Illustrated by BC Artist Sara...

OPP have released a photo of a car, believed to have caused damage to a couple of school yards in Gravenhurst. About a week ago, police were called to Muskoka Beechgrove Public School where a vehicle had created ruts and damaged the grass. Similar damage was done at Gravenhurst High School. Anyone with information is a...

A snow squall warning is in effect for the region today. Environment Canada is warning that 5-10 cm of snow is expected to fall, which could make any type of travel difficult. The snow will ease to scattered flurries this afternoon. Lake effect flurries are expected to develop tonight with the potential for snow squall...

Officers of the Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (O.P.P.) are always looking for criminal driving behaviour. On November 26, 2025 at 9:00am, The Huntsville OPP made aware that a female had left her workplace in an intoxicated state. Officers located the driver who subsequently failed a roadside al...

Georgian Bay Township's Integrity Commissioner has found two members of council breached the municipality's code of conduct. The commissioner found that councillor Brian Bochek failed to treat staff with respect, resulting in intimidation. Councillor Kristian Graziano was also found to have engaged in conduct that inti...

The flag at Huntsville Town Hall has been lowered to half-mast to honour the passing of past Mayor, Terry Clarke. Serving two consecutive terms from 1985 to 1991, Mayor Clarke and his Council had many accomplishments which continue to contribute to Huntsville today. During those six years, the Brunel Locks were repaire...

The Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two drivers with impaired driving since the launch of the Festive RIDE campaign. On November 24, 2025, at 7:40 p.m. Bracebridge OPP officers responded to a concern from a member of the public about the condition of a driver on Highway 11 Nort...

Winter operations are incredibly complex and deeply impacted by external factors, including the growth of Huntsville and changing weather patterns. As the cold weather approaches, the Town of Huntsville is sharing information on how residents and Town staff can work together to help ensure efficient winter operations t...

The Huntsville O.P.P. want to alert motorists of a snowstorm moving in the area beginning Thursday and possibly continuing into the weekend. Snow is expected to begin on Thursday, bringing hazardous conditions starting in Parry Sound area coming across into our region. Snowfall amounts may reach up to 15-30 cm. Visibil...

The momentum has fizzled to protect Lake Simcoe. That's the gist of a report released Tuesday from the Rescue Lake Simcoe Coalition. Back in 2016, the Lake Simcoe Protection Plan was unveiled with pledges of support from the federal and provincial governments, and local municipalities. But Ottawa and Queen's Park have ...

Get ready, Muskoka - the stage is calling. Contestant registration and virtual auditions for Muskoka's Got Talent open November 27, 2025. The event, formerly called Huntsville's Got Talent, invites performers from across the region to take their shot at the spotlight. Musicians, dancers, comedians, poets, and performer...

Today, the Mayor's 2026 Budget and Business Plan was officially adopted, marking an important step forward for a growing community focused on strategic investments, fiscal sustainability, and keeping services strong. Although the 2026 budget was developed under Ontario's Strong Mayor framework, Mayor Maloney directly e...

On October 20. 2025 at approximately 5:18 p.m., police were called to attend a Motor Vehicle Collision on South Mary Lake Road in the area of Macks Road. The information was that a 20 year old operator had been ejected from his dirt bike and sustained serious injuries. The injured motorcycle operator was transported vi...

Following a recruitment process that brought strong interest from across the fire service sector, the Township of Lake of Bays has appointed Jeremy Alldred-Hughes as Director of Emergency Services and Fire Chief, effective November 24, 2025. Alldred‑Hughes brings more than 15 years of fire service experience across m...

As respiratory illness season takes hold and cold and flu activity increases in the community, Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) has reinstated mandatory masking requirements in the hospitals. Effective November 24, everyone must wear a surgical mask over their nose and mouth throughout the hospital. Masking is an im...

The Ontario government is taking action to protect the province by investing $380,000 in nine communities in Parry Sound-Muskoka to prepare for and respond to emergencies. Funding is being delivered through the Community Emergency Preparedness Grant, which strengthens emergency preparedness by funding local emergency m...