GRAVENHURST — The on again/off again beach alert at Gull Lake Rotary Park is off again. That means it safe to swim and sunbathe. The swim advisory posted on Tuesday July 31, at Gull Lake Beach in Gravenhurst — as advised by the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) — has now been lifted. That’s […]
PARRY SOUND — An air quality warning has been issued as a result of smoke from the Parry Sound 33 fire, which could affect area residents, tourists, boaters and especially children or people with breathing problems. Tuesday night Environment Canada and the province of Ontario issued a special air quality statement for the Town of Parry […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com BRITT — That smoke you smell isn’t likely someone locally breaking the no-burn ban. In Muskoka and farther away, if the wind’s right it’s Parry Sound 33. So says Shayne McCool, fire specialist with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF). He’s in Britt, just north of Parry Sound at […]
MUSKOKA LAKES TWP. — Two people suffered minor physical injuries Monday night when their float plane crashed in Lake Muskoka off Walker’s Point. Provincial police reported Tuesday that the airplane collision took place July 30 at 7:45 p.m. near Bradley Road in Muskoka Lakes Township. The two occupants were treated at the scene. Police are […]
GRAVENHURST — Think all those people walking around and shopping this summer are nice? Well, several merchants here are out more than $50 after a customer passed a phony US$50 bills. Provincial police are investigating several incidents of counterfeit U.S. currency, US$50 bills, which were passed in the Gravenhurst area since Sunday, July 29. Police are […]
PARRY SOUND — With four new fires Monday and the winds from Parry Sound 33 blowing smoke that could be smelled across Muskoka, MP Tony Clement, toured the region affected by wild fires yesterday. The Parry Souned-Muskoka MP met with first responders and community leaders who are on the front lines of battling the massive […]
ORILLIA — Police here are looking for suspected thief caught on a security camera. The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is asking for the assistance of the public with regards to a theft from a local business the City of Orillia. They say that on July 25, 2018, a female entered a […]
Phillips Family and Friends Annual Art Show Come and enjoy Realism and Impressionism Paintings, Portraits and Sculptures from local Artists. August 4 & 5, Sat. Sun. 10 a..m – 6 p.m. 1124 Stephenson Rd 2 West, Utterson (From Muskoka Rd 4 – Raymond Rd, turn at the Beatrice Cemetery) Learn about the Artists and be […]
BRACEBRIDGE – As part of its new strategic vision to enhance its member experience, the Bracebridge and Port Sydney/Utterson & Area Chamber of Commerce is re-launching its business networking events and Fowler Construction will host the first on Tuesday, July 31 from 7:30-9:30 a.m. “We’ve been listening and gathering feedback from the business community to […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com GRAVENHURST — Reunions are always a lot of fun. You see old friends you haven’t seen in years. You catch up on old classmates and hear about their families. You compare ailments. You even run into old sweethearts. That’s always a surprise, because you never know who’s going to be there. […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com HUNTSVILLE — Muskoka is world class in many ways — from its natural beauty to some of its tourist attractions. But a century ago before social media, to dare compare yourself with the rest of the world was a stretch. But a small band of musicians from Huntsville dared to dream. […]
GRAVENHURST — Police are looking for vehicle stolen from a home here Wednesday. Provincial police are investigating the theft of a vehicle that occurred overnight on July 11 from an address in Gravenhurst. The white 2017 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon bearing Ontario license plate CDMS 358 had been parked in front of the owners residence when […]
BEAUSOLEIL FIRST NATION — Fire ban orders are spreading like — well, wild fire. Following all of Muskoka and nearby Tay and Tiny Townships earlier this week, the most recent one comes from a First Nations territory in the west of the district. Midland, Penetanguishene and fire departments in Haliburton have announced similar total fire bans. That’s […]
Throne Speech Opens Parliament to Take to Help the People TORONTO — After cleaning house at Ontario Hydro, today Premier Doug Ford promised to cut hydro costs and end the York University strike. In a Speech from the Throne at Queen’s Park on Thursday, July 12, Lt.-Gov. Elizabeth Dowdeswell officially opened the 42nd Parliament and “set out […]
CENTRAL ONTARO — Home and business owners are warned to be on the lookout for a paving scam. Dufferin OPP say paving company identified as Q-Line Paving has been connected to numerous complaints to police about paving scams in their area. OPP say Q-line is offering low-cost paving as they have a “surplus” of asphalt […]
CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES — A gun threat and a thief in a row boat kept police here Friday. A 911 call about road rage July 6 had officers scrambling to respond to a traffic complaint. The driver of a vehicle travelling on Peace Road was being passed when the passenger of the passing vehicle […]
MUSKOKA — Don’t believe the numbers you’re hearing from MAHC? See for yourself July 16 and 17. Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is inviting members of the community to information sessions about hospital funding and operating budgets. The purpose of the sessions is to educate the public about the provincial funding formula for hospitals, the current capital […]
Mark Clairmont and Lois Cooper | MuskokaTODAY.com ORILLIA — The legends live on at the Mariposa Folk Festival. Gord Lightfoot and Bonnie Dobson, who were at the first festival in Orillia 58 years ago, were back on the stage Saturday afternoon. Orillia native son Lightfoot sang a couple of songs, as has come a tradition […]
Mark Clairmont and Lois Cooper | MuskokaTODAY.com ORILLIA — A break in the weather comes at the right time for the Mariposa Folk Festival. After a week of 30+ that often felt like 40+, temperatures in the mid-to-high 20s are foreceast for Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Perfect weather to enjoy some of Canada’s top talent […]
ALGONQUIN PARK — Cast off for Algonquin Park this Saturday for the free Rock Bass Family Fishing Day, as Kids, Cops get ready to dip a line in the water. It marks the start of National Fishing Week, when Canadians can fish without a licence for seven glorious summer days. The event is being held […]
