On March 17th at 8:19p.m., the Huntsville OPP responded to a disturbance on Yonge St. involving a group of males causing a disturbance and possibly forcibly confining a female. The investigation revealed a male had assaulted the victim and then threatened further harm if they told police what was occurring. The accused...

Bracebridge OPP charged one person with multiple charges on Friday night following proactive patrols in Gravenhurst. Police tried to stop the vehicle around 11 pm on Friday after receiving reports about the driving behaviour of a motorist on Winewood Avenue. Police followed the vehicle before finally stopping the drive...

Bracebridge OPP have charged two young people following a traffic stop on Highway 11 South near Cedar Lane. Police stopped the vehicle early Saturday morning and started an impaired driving investigation. The 16-year-old driver is charged with failure or refusal to comply with a demand after being arrested. They're exp...

As the snow melts and temperatures rise, spring brings sunshine, longer days and the annual challenge of road maintenance. As the spring thaw continues, residents may notice common seasonal road conditions such as potholes, soft shoulders, frost heaves, and wet or muddy gravel roads - all signs that spring is officiall...

In late 2024, Council approved a Short Term Rental Accommodation Licensing By-law. To ensure that the licensing process is efficient, compliant, and user-friendly, and due to unexpected technical issues, at their March 2025 meeting Planning Committee recommended that the By-law be amended to reflect a revised implement...

The Town of Huntsville is continuing to monitor water levels and ice conditions during the spring freshet. Rain received on March 20 has contributed to continued high water levels however it is anticipated that colder temperatures overnight and forecasted over the weekend will slow the freshet. Residents are advised th...

On March 19th at 11:40a.m., the Huntsville OPP officers responded to a report of an assault at the local High School. The investigation revealed the accused, a male student, had allegedly threatened and then assaulted another student. The victim sustained injuries that required medical care. The extent of injuries are ...

The Ontario government and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are reminding the public to exercise caution and prevent attracting black bears as they begin to come out of hibernation. In Ontario, black bears wake up from hibernation between mid-March and late April. During this time of year, there is little natural fo...

On Saturday, April 5, YWCA Muskoka is bringing leading Canadian AI tech expert, Avery Swartz, to Muskoka for a workshop on understanding AI for local business owners, professionals, entrepreneurs and non-profit organizations. "Avery's approach is down to earth, fun and makes tech accessible to all. The workshop is...

On March 15, 2025 at approximately 1858 hours The Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police were dispatched to a Theft at various businesses at 111 Howland Drive, Huntsville. Police located the suspect and discovered various stolen items. In addition, a quantity of drugs were found on the male as well. Dur...

Today, Premier Doug Ford unveiled his cabinet with an experienced team that will deliver on the government's mandate to do whatever is necessary to protect Ontario in the face of tariffs from the United States, while building a stronger, more competitive and resilient economy. "As Ontario faces one of the greatest...

The Edible Book Festival returns to the Bracebridge Library only days before April Fools' Day. In the categories of professionals, amateurs, and children, participants will make their edible creations at home and deliver them to the Coulson Family Bracebridge Library between 10:00 a.m. and noon on Saturday, March 29. T...

The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) has received confirmation that an unvaccinated resident of Simcoe Muskoka has tested positive for measles. Individuals who were present at the following locations during the listed times may have been exposed to measles: Wednesday, March 12, 2025 - 10:55 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.:...

The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) has issued a Flood Watch bulletin for the Black River in Bracebridge which is in effect until March 26. A flood watch indicates the potential for flooding within specific watercourses and municipalities. Current Conditions Runoff to local lakes and rivers has increased significan...

The Town of Huntsville is continuing to monitor water levels and ice conditions during the spring freshet. The Rivercove and downtown areas are experiencing high water levels, and with warmer temperatures and anticipated rain, residents are advised to monitor conditions and prepare accordingly as water moves through th...

The Town of Gravenhurst is now accepting nominations for the Ontario Senior of the Year Award. Nominees, after the age of 65, must have enriched the social, cultural, or civic life of the community. Contributions can be through a variety of fields, including arts, literature, volunteering, education, environment, fitne...

The Town of Bracebridge is committed to supporting local businesses during a challenging time in response to the recent tariffs imposed by the United States on Canadian goods. Partners from across Muskoka have come together to create an online tariff information hub to support local businesses. To enhance this support,...

The Township is excited to announce that in partnership with the Windermere Community a new playground will be installed at the Windermere Village Hall Park and we want to hear your ideas to help guide the design! This project page will be used to get collect input on what you would like to see in the park. "Parks...

Members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Were called to the side of Highway 12 in Ramara Township to help a mother in labour. Orillia OPP were contacted shortly after 3:00 a.m. on March 18, 2025, for a mother being taken to a local area hospital in labour. The trip to the hospital did no...

As a result of recent rain and warmer temperatures, the Town of Huntsville is anticipating an increase in water levels over the next 72 hours. The Town of Huntsville will continue to monitor conditions daily and will continue to provide updates and resources as required. Low-lying areas, Rivercove and the downtown c...

Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating an incident that resulted in life-threatening injuries to one person. On March 17, 2025 at 5:38 p.m., Bracebridge OPP officers, Muskoka EMS and Gravenhurst Fire Department were dispatched to an escalating incident in a parking lot at 5 Pineridge Gate in the t...

The Town of Bracebridge is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Community Recognition Awards. This annual program celebrates individuals and groups who have made outstanding contributions to the community through service, arts, culture, sports, and more. Nominations will be accepted until Tuesday, May 20. The program...

On March 16th, during a 1:45 p.m. count, staff members in the minimum-security unit at Beaver Creek Institution discovered that two inmates, Rodney Cobb and Jeffry Parker were not accounted for. The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) immediately contacted the Ontario Provincial Police, and a warrant for the inmates' ...

The Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested two drivers for separate impaired related incidents. On March 13, 2025 at 7:59p.m., the Huntsville OPP conducted a traffic stop on Hwy 60 for a vehicle travelling in excess of 50km/h above the posted speed limit. The investigation of this t...

The Ministry of Natural Resources- Bracebridge-Minden-Parry Sound District is advising area residents that a Watershed Conditions Statement - Flood Outlook bulletin is in effect in the District until Friday, March 21st. This message will affect residents within the MNR Bracebridge-Minden-Parry Sound District for portio...