GRAVENHURST – A regular pit stop at the Muskoka Wharf is temporarily closed. The washrooms next to the sports field and hockey rink are out of operation, according to the town, due to “mechanical” problems. Town officials say they are sorry and appreciate the public’s patience, and that they will be open again as soon […]
HUNTSVILLE — Police have located one missing man but now have another they’re on the lookout for. George Kecala 64, of Huntsville has been located safe and sound Tuesday, Jan. 8. And police would like the public for their assistance finding him. Meanwhile, the OPP are again seeking public assistance in finding Alistair Souter, 57, […]
BRACEBRIDGE — Caia Delphine MacDougall is No. 1 at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital for 2019. The baby girl was born at 2:48 a.m. on Tuesday, January 8, to parents Justin and Meg MacDougall, of Bracebridge. She weighed in at 7 pounds, 5 ounces. Caia is a sister to two-year-old Soleil. Mom Meg was assisted by […]
GRAVENHURST – A local man is dead after a tragic snowmobiling accident at the Muskoka Wharf Saturday night. Provincial police say Dennis Totton, 40, of Gravenhurst, died after his sled collides with a dock, about 10 p.m. Jan. 5. A female passenger was treated for non-life-threatening injuries at hospital. Police and fire crews attended the […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com PARRY SOUND-MUSKOKA — Disgraced independent MP Tony Clement is on the comeback within weeks. The former Parry Sound-Muskoka Tory member of Parliament plans to be back in new House of Commons soon, according to the CBC Friday. The reporter Catherine Cullens that he will back later this month. “I plan to […]
BRACEBRIDGE — The case of the missing beer case — and its owner — came to a quick conclusion shortly after noon Saturday. Police responded to a report of a single vehicle that had driven into the ditch, at 12:30 p.m., Dec. 29. Witnesses called the OPP after watching a car drive off the road […]
GRAVENHURST — Police are looking the driver and occupants of a vehicle that crashed into a gate here on Chamberlain Drive Saturday evening. Provincial police say that just before 7:30 p.m. a white Dodge Caravan hit a gate and the vehicle was found abandoned in a nearby driveway, after the occupants took off on foot. […]
GRAVENHURST — Not only are thieves stealing vehicles, but also licences plates. Provincial police are investigating after a number of licence plates have been stolen/swapped in the Clearbrook Trail area of Bracebridge. Three people have contacted police to report either a licence plate missing, or that a plate has been attached that isn’t theirs. Although […]
NORTH KAWARTHA TOWNSHIP — A Toronto couple who died while out riding Christmas night in Jack Lake have been identified. Provincial police says Gerald White, 76, and Patricia White, 69. The OPP were called to assist with a report of snowmobilers that had been located in the waters of Jack Lake south of the village […]
BRACEBRIDGE — While grocers and big box stores have had cop cars parked out front this month for annual “Fill a Cruiser” Christmas charity collections, a fun event featuring Cops and Kids raised more than $100 and a “whopping 350 items donated” for a local food bank. Members of the Bracebridge detachment of the OPP […]
BRACEBRIDGE — The first born in 2019 will start a new life and new year with some more cool stuff. It’s not exactly frankincense, gold and myrrh, but the plush toys will no doubt be much appreciated by some new families. A tradition at local hospitals to provide the New Year’s baby with a few […]
SIMCOE MUSKOKA — You’ve probably got it or know somebody who has. And good luck to you both. Debilitating colds with sneezing and running noses are a start to a full-fledged, onset of the flu season. Which looks pretty severe so far. So, if you haven’t gotten your flu shot …. Do it ASAP. With […]
HUNTSVILLE — A Gofundme campaign is raising money for a local family who lost their century-old home early here this week. As of Tuesday, it had raised just over $17,000 of its $20,000 goal. According to the Gofundme page, put up by friends: “A fire has taken everything from my neighbours, friends and family. This is the old […]
ORILLIA — Optimistic thieves who stole three snowmobiles may be on the lookout for snow, just as police are searching for them. The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are seeking the assistance of the public in relation to a break and enter at a local business compound from which three used Parlaris snowmobiles […]
BRACEBRIDGE — Thanks for visiting. An Etobicoke man is in custody of the Crown after being an unwelcome guest in Muskoka. Provincial police say that on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2018, the Bracebridge Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted an investigation which led to a traffic stop. During this traffic stop […]
OTTAWA — Canada announced today its final regulations to phase out traditional coal-fired electricity by 2030. The federal government also published final greenhouse gas regulations for natural gas-fired electricity, which will both support the coal phase-out and create good, well-paying jobs in the electricity sector. In news release, it said “making a transition to cleaner […]
ORILLIA — The Orillia detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding motorists and passengers to Lock It or Lose It. By taking a few simple precautions such as always locking your vehicle doors and leaving valuables out of sight, you can help protect your vehicle and its contents from theft this holiday season. Never leave […]
QUEEN’S PARK — Doug Ford’s strapped government is looking to the sins of a few to help bail out a province deep in debt. Ontario is inviting consumers and businesses to share their views on how beverage alcohol choice and convenience can be increased in the province. That would lead to a larger government consumption […]
HUNTSVILLE — Police are looking for a transport trailer loaded with lumber and the person who stole it. OPP at Huntsville say they received a complaint at 5:50 a.m. Dec. 3 about the theft of a rig piled high with 2×6 wood wrapped in EACOM tarps. They say the trailer was taken from the Howland […]
PORT SYDNEY — Ontario Greens still high on the election of their leader to the legislature are hoping their first MPP is a stepping stone to political good for them and the prvovince. When Mike Schreiner took a seat in Guelph, his breakthrough inspired local Greens in Parry Sound-Muskoka. Local candidate Matt Richter was second […]