Mark Clairmont

Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com MUSKOKA — The small but earnest group behind important efforts aimed at ensuring Muskoka has hospital equalization continue its fight tomorrow. Saturday at 10 a.m. — at the Norwood Theatre in Bracebridge — they make public their very interesting freedom of information (FOI) findings on plans for two future Muskoka Algonquin […]

Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com BRACEBRIDGE — A 23-year-old motorcyclist is dead and a 25-year-old vehicle driver faces impaired and dangerous driving charges causing death following a late night accident on the south entrance to the town. The fatal collision between the two Bracebridge residents left their families reeling, a community waking up in grief — […]

Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com MUSKOKA — Tourism is mega bucks for Muskoka — and Ontario. In a provincial industry worth $34 billion, the Muskoka Lakes are an “absolute power” as a visitor destination, says the minister responsible for helping promote its renowned natural beauty and global reach. Ranking only behind Toronto and Niagara Falls as […]

DEATH NOTICE: McMILLAN, Patti Charlene Born: August 21, 1938 ~ Passed away: May 19, 2026 Patti Charlene was the beloved wife of the late William John McMillan, daughter of the late Violet and William Pearce, and the last of her pre-deceased seven siblings. Patti graduated with great pride as an RN from St Michael’s Hospital […]

Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com GRAVENHURST — If you haven’t got your kilt pleats pressed yous best hurry. It’s only days to Saturday’s first annual Rotary Spirit of Scotch at the Terry Fox Auditorium. The popular dining, tasting and auction returns to celebrate community and care following the resounding success of last year’s inaugural event, which […]

HUNTSVILLE — Three Muskoka drivers were pulled off roads here this past weekend after reports to police. Police say that on Friday May 15, at 8:15 pm, officers responded to a call regarding a traffic complaint in downtown Huntsville. Officers located the vehicle and entered into an impaired driving investigation. As a result Manuel Cordeiro, […]

Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com PORT SYDNEY — Last night’s massive downpour across Muskoka has claimed the life of a 19-year-old man in Port Sydney after was struck by a falling tree just after rain began pelting down. Police across Muskoka responded to multiple calls for help as the severe thunderstorm moved through the area May […]

Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com GRAVENHURST — An overnight crash on Doe Lake Road led to a police pursuit has landed a Brampton teen in bail court this morning facing charges of stealing the family vehicle and dangerous stunt driving. The incident happened early this morning, at 3:30 a.m., when local officers were contacted by Peel […]

Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com GRAVENHURST — Motown founder Berry Gordy was serious about his sound. “The records Motown releases to the street … we’ve got to maintain our high standards, because if the records are not pretty, properly, then we’ve got a bad image.” Almost 70 years later Detroit’s original Motown Sound is as alive […]

GRAVENHURST — The Gravenhurst Bifocals Concert Band will be concertizing this coming Sunday, May 31., in the lovely Gravenhurst Trinity United Church at 2 p.m. The community brass, woodwinds and percussion band is pleased to present a nicely varied collection of tunes designed to please every ear. Ranging from classics like Erickson’s “Toccata for Band,” […]

GRAVENHURST — A mayoral race here will see at least two members of council on the campaign trail this summer. Two-term councillor Jo Morphy filed her nomination papers Thursday for mayor Gravenhurst’s mayor. She said a release she brings eight years of town council experience and a career in senior management. And is running on […]

Jack Cline Special to MuskokaTODAY.com GRAVENHURST — The Elderberries Choir is stepping back into the spotlight with their spirited spring concert, “Whether the Weather.” Rain or shine Sunday, June 7, at 2 p.m., Trinity United Church in Gravenhurst. It’s a one-time performance you won’t want to miss — unlike other years when the delightful local choristers […]

Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com MUSKOKA — Canada Road Safety Week saw two more drivers charged with impaired operation yesterday. Police say that on Thursday, May 14, at midnight members of the Central Region Emergency Response Team (ERT) were on Depot Drive in Bracebridge conducting an unrelated investigation and observed a vehicle pass their location in […]

Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com BRACEBRIDGE — The Muskoka Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) has charged two people in relation to a drug-trafficking investigation. During the early months of 2026, members of the Muskoka Community Street Crime Unit commenced an investigation into suspected drug trafficking activity occurring in the District of Muskoka. On May 7 investigators, […]

Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com GRAVENHURST — Shopping can seem like highway robbery some days. But for an off-duty cop it was the other way around yesterday. Police charged three people after a theft complaint at the Sobeys grocery store. On Wednesday, May 13, at 4:45 p.m., officers responded to a report of a theft that […]

Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.comGRAVENHURST — Bay Street used to be the nicest street in town a few years back. Recent restoration of the road should bring it back up to that standard. Evidence of major spring maintenance is appearing on boulevards alongside this week as year three of the Bay & Beyond water, sewer and […]

HUNTSVILLE — Two people are facing impaired driving charges following separate incidents investigated by police in Huntsville over the past week, including the latest one early yesterday morning. Police say unrelated investigations led to alcohol-impaired driving charges against Bracebridge and Sundridge residents. Yesterday police responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle on Ceramic Mine […]

Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com MUSKOKA — Impaired driving charges know no boundaries. Four more people were arrested last Friday and Saturday charged with the similar offences in south Muskoka. Friday, May 8: At 6:40 a.m., OPP officers responded to reports of a single vehicle rollover on Highway 11 South near Southwood Road in Gravenhurst. Several […]

GRAVENHURST — Firefighters are investigating an early Tuesday morning fire they said had pretty much destroyed a Lake Muskoka cottage by the time they arrived. The Lawlands Heights Drive blaze was reported by a passerby at 5:40 a.m., on the road that runs between the Narrows Road and Lakeshore Drive in West Gravenhurst. That’s east […]

MUSKOKA LAKES TWP. — Police charged another driver with impaired driving after conducting a traffic stop here last night. They say that on Thursday, May 7, at 10 p.m., an officer was conducting general patrols on Muskoka Road 118, near Scarcliffe Road, became concerned about the driving behaviour of a westbound vehicle. After conducting a […]