Local
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Environment Canada warns of intense snow squalls
We could see 20-45cm in accumulation over the next 24 hours. Travel could become hazardous
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Health Unit says flu levels on the rise
The number of cases are surging to 4x times levels in the last 2 years
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Bracebridge Council approves $176,000 for assessment of old library
Councilor Barb McMurray expressed concern that costs were ballooning from $300K to $2.6 million
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Carbon Monoxide alarm rules change on January 1st
CO alarms will be required on on every story starting January 1st
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Colourworks joins Business Cares Program
The company has pledged to donate $25,000 to support the Huntsville Hospital
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Town of Huntsville facing $181,000 deficit in 3rd quarter 2025
Capital spending is over budget by $1.9 million
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Huntsville expanding transit services
Major changes are coming to the system in 2026
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Huntsville Council approves Curling Club request to assemble a crokicurl rink at River Mill Park
The club will be celebrating its 125th anniversary with free crokicurl and curling at River Mill Park
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New Bistro coming to Huntsville in 2026
The proposal is being supported by neighbouring businesses in the downtown core and HMATA
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Police warn residents to stay off the ice
Police remind everyone that no ice is safe ice
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Muskoka Algonquin Health Care updates Lake of Bays about their Strategic Plan for 2025-2030
MAHC'S CEO Cheryl Harrison updated council on the new hospital builds
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Tourism tax supports local hospital with at $30K donation
So far HMATA has donated over $110k to the Huntsville Hospital Foundation
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TLDSB cancels buses
All buses are cancelled for TLDSB
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Environment Canada calling for up to 20cm
The storm could impact tomorrow's commute
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Town of Gravenhurst passes a 6.87% percent tax rate increase for 2026
The Mayor says council should be proud of the budget
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Lake of Bays comes in with a lower tax increase than anticipated
Council was originally projecting a 5.56% increase, but directed staff to way ways to lower the tax impact
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Police seek help locating missing youth
Aliya was last seen in Torrance
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Tip leads OPP to driver stopped in a live lane
The driver was arrested for impaired
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TLDSB appoints new executive officer
Kim Horrigan takes up a role in charge of facility services, transportation and capital innovation
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Portage Flyer Christmas hits the tracks on December 20th
Rides run from 5-8pm, with sensory-friendly rides at 4.30pm
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Huntsville says personal information was accessed in cyber hack
Information included names, dates of birth, addresses, banking details, payment card numbers, driver’s licence or passport information, health card numbers, medical details, employee files, and even criminal history
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Huntsville’s Forest of Light Returns with a Winter Wonderland Experience
The reimagined trail invites visitors to explore a magical one-kilometre illuminated forest, interactive soundscapes, and festive skating
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MAHC updates masking rules
Everyone is being asked to mask up when interacting with patients at MAHC hospitals
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Smith announces more funding for snowmobile trail system
Smith says the funding will help re-open 4500km's of snowmobile trails
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Bracebridge to enter Licence of Occupation with District of Muskoka
The District is building a new waste depot site in Bracebridge
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TLDSB showing improvement in EQAO testing
Most metrics showed improvement over the provincial average
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AMO offering training courses for anyone interested in running in the next municipal election
The course covers campaign basics, plus how to handle criticism and more
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COVID outbreak over at Bracebridge hospital
Regular visiting hours resumes after 10 cases were confirmed clear
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Huntsville General Committee postpones decision about using LiveBarn for arena sports events
It was revealed that the free service would cost the town $4400 per year
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Huntsville Council rescinds decision to accept the statue of Gandhi
Councillors expressed that they had gotten it wrong and promised to learn a lesson from the experience
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Mike McIntosh of Bear With Us honoured for his work
Mike and his wife Ella care for orphaned and injured bears in Sprucedale
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MPP commends province's move to take control of school board
The Ministry of Education took control of the Near North School Board
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Seventeen year old turns himself in after damaging school properties
Damage was done to school properties at Muskoka Beechgrove and Gravenhurst High
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Police arrest impaired driver who drove through a guardrail
The driver fled the scene on foot
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Food Drives on tonight in Huntsville, Lake of Bays and the Almaguin Highlands
Firefighters and other volunteers will be coming to your house tonight starting at 6pm
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Council holding special meeting on Ghandi statue
The announcement of acceptance caught many townspeople off guard, with many questioning the town's decision
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Police searching for driver who damaged two school properties
Police are looking for a white Mitsubishi
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Driver faces multiple charges including impaired and assault
The woman left impaired and was later seen driving a damaged vehicle
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Muskoka Lakes posts a 8.6% budget increase
The increase will cost taxpayers an extra $41 per $300,000 of assessment
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Province moves to take control of Near North School Board
The move follows a botched new school opening in Parry Sound
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Young driver charged with impaired, assault and more
The driver fled from police, and faces multiple charges
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Huntsville pursues legal counsel for Huntsville High School's Tiny House Project
The project will allow students to gain hands on experience after the liability issues are resolved
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Police arrest Huntsville women for impaired
Police report she had left her work under the influence
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Huntsville Rotary Christmas Auction is now live
Over 200 items are available for bidding with no tax on all purchases
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Santa Claus parade and celebrations start tonight at 5pm
The celebrations start at 5pm at Kent Park
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Huntsville General Committee agree to the new draft Discharging of Fireworks By-law
Fireworks will only be allowed on stat holidays, with fines starting at $500 for firework displays on other days
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Watermain break closes Main St West
Motorists may have to take Ravenscliffe Rd into town
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Police investigating damage to Gravenhurst school properties
Vandals hit Gravenhurst Public and Gravenhurst High School properties
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Former Mayor Terry Clarke dies
Mayor Nancy Alcock says Clarke helped build the Huntsville that residents rely on today
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Snow Squall Watch calls for up to 30cm
Environment Canada calling for up to 30cm by Saturday
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Huntsville reminds residents not to park on roads this winter
The town has added 4 plows to their fleet to help clear roads
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4.9% tax levy increase recommended for Bracebridge
The increase will cost an extra $83 per $300,000 of assessment
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Police warn of first real taste of winter driving
A major storm is expected to bring 15-30cm of the white stuff with blowing snow
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Muskoka Community Foundation launches Huntsville Fund
The fund will be used to help attract new medical professionals and a new Unity Path
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Santa Claus parade closes Main St. on Friday evening
Main Street will close starting at 6pm on Friday
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Muskoka's Got Talent opens for registration
The event is looking for performers who could win up to $1500
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Bracebridge's new community centre wins design award
The new facility won the 2025 Parks & Rec Award of Excellence
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Colder, snowier winter on the way - Weather Network
The Weather Network is forecasting a colder than usual start to winter
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Huntsville Council agrees to install 6-foot bronze statue of Mahatma Gandhi
The bronze is one of two municipalities chosen by India
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The Bay recognized for its support of Huntsville Community
The Bay was among several organizations and individuals recognized for its work to improve the community
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Two new EV charging systems coming to Huntsvillle
Councilors approved new chargers at the CSC at McCulley Robertson Sports Park
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Two men arrested after interfering a police investigation
The arrests follow an incident that occurred on October 20th where a dirt bike rider was airlifted
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Lake of Bays appoints new Fire Chief
The appointment is the first step in separate fire services from Huntsville
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Mandatory masking returns at MAHC hospitals
Visitors must wear a mask when visiting the hospital
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Bracebridge installs snowmobile bridge across the Muskoka River
The bridge closes navigation along a section of the Muskoka River
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Table Foundation asks for $1.2 million for new facility
In addition to the initial $1.2 million, the foundation is asking for $80 per night to run a warming and cooling centre
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Bracebridge hospital declares COVID outbreak
Visitation is now restricted to one essential care-giver per patient
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Smith announces emergency preparedness funding for the region
Huntsville rec'd $50K for new radio equipment
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Bay Food Crew delivers 1200lbs of ground pork to area food banks
The shipment was initially dropped off at The Corner Lighthouse Community Hub & Food Bank
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Hospice Radiothon raises $80,456 for end-of-life care
The radiothon helped raise over a month of care
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The Bay Celebrates 16 Years of Community Broadcasting in Muskoka
Muskoka's only locally owned, not for profit radio station celebrates 16 years. Thanks go out to our listeners, sponsors, volunteers and staff
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Enliven Cancercare receives $5k from The Bay 88.7
Enliven offers free support for anyone affected by cancer
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The Bay Food Crew helps expand Meals On Wheels program
The service is now available in Lake Of Bays
Events
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Heron's Nest Studio Gallery Holiday Market
Nature Inspired art by local artisans and books by local authors - Holiday Market! December 5 & 6, December 13 & 14, 10 am to 4 pm.
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Elvis: A Christmas Special with Pete PaquetteShowtime: 2pm • Doors Open: 1pm | Tickets: $20/$30/$40/$50 + Taxes & Service Charge Tickets on Sale Now! Tickets can be purchased at the Box Office or at ...
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Jeff Martin (Of The Tea Party)Monday, December 15, 2025 - 7:30 PM Tickets $25 - $55
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Serena Ryder: Merry Myths TourThis holiday season, acclaimed Canadian artist Serena Ryder, invites you on a musical journey into the heart of the season’s most beloved traditions with Merry ...
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Storytime with Mrs. Claus
Join us for Storytime with Mrs. Claus on Tuesday, December 16 at 10:30 a.m. at the library!
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Our Service of Comfort and Hope
Christmas is often a season of sadness and loneliness for many people. Come and join us for this service of quiet reflection and memories.
at Trinity United Church
