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Assault Charge Laid in Bracebridge
One person has been charged with assault following an incident at an amusement park in Bracebridge. On June 8, 2024, members of the Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attended an amusement park in Bracebridge for a complaint of an assault involving a youth and an adult female, who departed pr...
19h ago
Carnegie Library to be maintained by Town of Bracebridge
On Wednesday, August 14, Council approved the recommendation that the Town retain municipal ownership of 94 Manitoba Street, known as the Carnegie Library, for municipal operations, aligning with the community recommendations made in the Downtown Master Plan. This location will become the future home to the Town's Plan...
20h ago
Ontario Helping Build More Homes in Muskoka
The Ontario government is investing $50,607,711.73 to enable the construction of new homes in Huntsville. The funding is being delivered through the first round of investments under the Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund, which includes $970 million to help municipalities develop, repair, rehabilitate and expand drink...
21h ago
Fire Chief Murrell Challenges the Township of Muskoka Lakes to be "Saved by the Beep"
Fire Chief Murrell is calling on all residents of the Township of Muskoka Lakes to test their smoke alarms on September 28 as part of Test Your Smoke Alarm Day. Be prepared to be Saved by the Beep with a working smoke alarm - it is your best chance to keep you and your family safe in the event of a fire. Muskoka Lakes ...
22h ago
Applications now accepted for the Lake of Bays Community Fund
The Muskoka Community Foundation is pleased to announce that applications to the Lake of Bays Community Fund are now being accepted. The Lake of Bays Community Fund was established earlier this year with an initial gift of $9,500.00 from the Township of Lake of Bays. The Lake of Bays Community Fund, held by the Muskoka...
22h ago
Knights Defeat Muskoka Bears 4-3 In Overtime
The Muskoka Bears traveled to North Kawartha to take on the Knight's last nite. Bears found themselves a gritty contest but fell 4-3 in overtime. Cam Carruthers ,Gavin Darlow, and Jacob Budney scored for the Bears in a losing effort. Bears open regular season at home this Friday vs Alliston Hornets at 7:30.
22h ago
UPDATE: Hold and Secure Lifted at Spruce Glen Public School - Sept 10th
UPDATE: The hold and secure has been lifted and families will receive a communication from the school. PRIOR: Spruce Glen Public School is currently under a hold and secure again due to bears in the schoolyard. All students and staff are safe, and the Huntsville OPP have been called. Families have received communicati...
Sep 10, 2024
Weekend Bears Action Update
The Muskoka Bears got two goals from Gavin Darlow, and singles from Ryan Warwick, Tyson Jennings, Mason Taylor-Wood and Ryde Hergaarden, in defeating the North Kawartha Knights 6-2 on Sunday. This puts their exhibition record at 3-2. The Bears finish exhibition season in North Kawartha Tuesday before they kick off regu...
Sep 10, 2024
Huntsville Update To Closure Notice - Lions Lookout - September 16-18th
Residents and visitors are advised that Lions Lookout will be closed from September 16-18 for tree pruning work. Regular tree pruning is important in order to keep the view at Lions Lookout looking its best. Trees have overgrown the view and it's time for pruning to open up the view of Huntsville's Town-scape and Fairy...
Sep 10, 2024
Prestigious Association of Healthcare Philanthropy 40 under 40 Award given to Huntsville Hospital Foundation Staff Member Meaghan Byrnes
Huntsville Hospital Foundation is pleased to announce that Meaghan Byrnes, their talented Director of Philanthropy, has received a very prestigious award from the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP). The award is the AHP's 40 under 40 Class of 2024. This program recognizes young leaders who are making a signi...
Sep 10, 2024
Haliburton Highlands OPP Look For Witnesses, Information Following ATV Crash In Minden Hills
OPP in Haliburton Highlands are looking for the public's help as they investigate a fatal collision between a passenger vehicle and an ATV. The crash happened in Minden Hills Township at around 2:30 pm on August 31st, on Hunter Creek Road. The ATV driver was initially taken to hospital, where they were pronounced dead....
Sep 02, 2024
Bears Sighted In Huntsville Area
The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) is reminding area residents to be aware of bear sightings in and around the Town of Huntsville and to take the necessary steps to avoid attracting bears into local neighbourhoods. In the past week, there have been more than 20 bear sightings reported in the Town of Huntsville are...
Aug 30, 2024
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Tractor Trailer Fire on Marsh Road West
The Huntsville/Lake of Bays Fire Department was dispatched to a reported structure fire around 10:30 a.m. on August 30, 2024, at an industrial building on Marsh Road West in Huntsville. Upon arrival, fire fighters found a tractor trailer containing sawdust near the exterior of the building that was on fire. Firefighter...
Aug 30, 2024
Update on Memorial Arena Demolition
On Tuesday, September 3, the external demolition of Memorial Arena will begin. The contractor will be using only heavy machinery to take down the facility. There will be no use of explosives. Community members are reminded that this is an active construction site and to observe all on-site signage and fencing. Please k...
Aug 30, 2024
SMMH's First Memorial Bench
The South Muskoka Hospital foundation is pleased to unveil the new and very first memorial bench, placed in memory of the late Beryl Norma Chandler. Beryl, who lived in Muskoka for most of her life, passed away peacefully in 2023 in her 97th year. Beryl left a significant contribution to the hospital in her Will in ord...
Aug 30, 2024
TLDSB students start the school year with personal mobile devices off and away
Starting September 3, Trillium Lakelands District School Board (TLDSB) students will be turning their devices off or setting them to silent, and putting them away to limit distractions and promote healthy relationships and meaningful engagement in the classroom. This will be a new approach for many, but a practice some...
Aug 29, 2024
Huntsville OPP Searching for Missing 14 Year Old Girl
The OPP is requesting the assistance of the public in locating a 14 year old Huntsville girl, last seen August 24th at 11:30pm. On August 27th, Amelia was reported missing to police. She was last scene in the Huntsville area and is described as 5'4" (163cm), 120 lbs. (54.5kg), with a thin build, brown hair and bro...
Aug 29, 2024
COVID Outbreak Lifted for HDMH South Wing
Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC), in consultation with the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit, has confirmed the COVID-19 outbreak on South Wing at Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) Site over. The outbreak lasted eight days, and through outbreak management protocols including testing, eight patient cases...
Aug 29, 2024
New TLDSB Student Trustee Sworn In
At the August 27th Trillium Lakelands District School Board (TLDSB) Public Meeting of the Board, senior administration and trustees swore in Fenelon Falls Secondary School Grade 11 student, Taliah McNelly, as the new student trustee. "I am looking forward to being given the opportunity to advocate for student voic...
Aug 28, 2024
OPP Encourages Safety on Roads, Trails and Waterways Throughout Long Weekend
The long weekend is almost here and officers across Central Region of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are preparing to ensure a safe and enjoyable time for both locals and visitors. With more people expected on our roads, trails, and waterways, the OPP is reminding the public to make safety the top priority. You ca...
Aug 28, 2024
HMATA opens applications for winter tourism funding
Planning a tourism event in Huntsville for January or February 2025? The Huntsville Municipal Accommodation Tax Association (HMATA) wants to hear from you! Applications for winter 2025 community tourism sponsorships are now open. If you're planning a multi-day tourism-related event or project between January 1, 2025, a...
Aug 28, 2024
Muskoka Cottager Raises $11,850 for Urgent Hospital Needs
A committed Muskoka cottager, Caroline Lewitt has once again shown her dedication to the local community by raising $11,850 in support of urgent needs for the South Muskoka Memorial hospital and the donations are still coming in. The fundraising swim took place on August 16th and exceeded her $10,000 fundraising goal. ...
Aug 27, 2024
Ongoing Issues With Break & Enters In Gravenhurst
Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating three more break and enters that occurred at commercial/retail locations in Gravenhurst over the weekend, bringing the total to six reported. Over the course of the weekend between August 24th and 25th, 2024, Bracebridge OPP officers responded to 6 Break and ...
Aug 27, 2024
Several Charges Laid in Bracebridge After Complaints From Public
Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person in Bracebridge with several offenses after complaints from members of the public. On August 23th, 2024, at 8:45 p.m. Bracebridge OPP officers received several calls from members of the public about a vehicle travelling in the town of Bracebridge making ...
Aug 27, 2024
Chris & George Gilley Continue Their Legacy of Support
Huntsville Hospital Foundation is honoured to announce that Chris and George Gilley, loyal donors of the hospital, have once again demonstrated their leadership and support. Since 2004, Chris and George have played a significant role in shaping the future of healthcare for Huntsville and surrounding communities. Their ...
Aug 27, 2024