Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com KILWORTHY — A 911 traffic complaint about suspected impaired driver led police to unusual call Friday. Bracebridge detachment officers responded June 5, just before 1 p.m., about a concern over the behaviour of man driving his lawn mower on Amelia Crescent off Hwy. 11 at the south end of Gravenhurst. Frank Doran, […]
MUSKOKA LAKES TWP. — Two Muskoka drivers face impaired driving charges after being stopped recently. Police say that on Thursday, May 28, at 9:35 p.m., a Huntsville OPP officer was en route to a call for service on Muskoka Road 169 in Muskoka Lakes Township when they became concerned about the driving behaviour of an oncoming […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com MUSKOKA — There’s a lot to know about Muskoka’s rich, long history of local and lakeside residents and cottagers and locations. And some fine writers and pictorial purveyors of the past, but one of the best and most passionate is Andrew Hind. The books and articles of the former Muskoka resident […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com GRAVENHURST — Better a day later … than yesterday. Saturday’s deluge gave way to a brilliant Elderberries concert this afternoon as the popular choral group weathered the weather with their ‘Whether the Weather’ spring offering. For a choir that’s sometimes battled Mother Nature, the always enjoyable ensemble presented a high and […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com MUSKOKA — Can’t wait for the Northlander Train or pay the cost of a Northlander Bus to Toronto? Starting Monday, June 8, for $22-$29 a new bus service is headed Gravenhurst’s way — before motoring north to Bracebridge, Huntsville … and eventually North Bay. Explorers’ Edge announced the expanded service yesterday […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com ORILLIA — The Mariposa city’s burgeoning population marked two major milestones today on its path to building a new Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital. A long-awaited stepping stone began Friday with an Ontario Builds sign at the preferred site — and confirmation from the Ministry of Health (MOH) and Ontario Health (OH) […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com MUSKOKA — Over the past three years, the South Muskoka Hospital Foundation has provided nearly $6 million for non-operating equipment and care for South Muskoka Memorial Hospital. Including $1 million announced this week. “That’s pretty incredible,” foundation CEO Leah Walker said this week while presenting a ceremonial cheque to MAHC president […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com ORILLIA — This week’s northern lights include the ‘Bright Nights!’ of the Orillia Silver Band Saturday here at St. Paul’s Centre. Theatre and dance are in the spotlight on and on the playbill for their spring/summer concert for all to dive in and enjoy. Seven p.m. Tickets available at www.orilliasilverband.com and at […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com HUNSTVILLE — A senior more than a century old was the victim of a Huntsville woman — more than half her age — who on Tuesday police say was charged with trying to fraudulently deposit the person’s cheque in a bank last month. Police say that on Thursday, May 21, just […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com GRAVENHURST — Judy Humphries could hardly be more happy than to be named Gravenhurst’s Provincial Senior of the Year this afternoon. Almost as much as the publication last month of her new book about her “boys.” The busy community archivist and retired teacher said she was proud of both events as […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com GRAVENHURST — ’Tis the season in Muskoka. After this week receiving a share of $567,000 in Airbnb FIFA World Cup funds for community soccer improvements (see story below) Explorers’ Edge, Tourism Gravenhurst, and the Gravenhurst Chamber of Commerce are working to further strengthen the Gateway to Muskoka’s visitor economy. Tomorrow at […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com GRAVENHURST — ’Tis the season in Muskoka. After this week receiving a share of $567,000 in Airbnb FIFA World Cup funds for community soccer improvements (see story below) Explorers’ Edge, Tourism Gravenhurst, and the Gravenhurst Chamber of Commerce are working to further strengthen the Gateway to Muskoka’s visitor economy. Tomorrow, June […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com BRACEBRIDGE-HUNTSVILLE — Once around the block — twice or more around the track. Doesn’t matter. They all added up to to needed donations to help Muskokans with Alzheimer’s and other dementias receive personal care in their new journeys, while celebrating Memories (that) Matter to Us. That was the weekend theme as […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com BRACEBRIDGE — Dan and Tracy Nelson expect a “steady stream” of people Saturday afternoon here at Reynolds Funeral Home for a celebration of life for their son, Cody, who was tragically killed while riding his e-bike home from work to Uffington — where he grew up and lived with his family […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com GRAVENHURST — When Bill Kalogripsas got the keys back for the old Oliver’s Coffee Shop here last fall, he said he was optimistic about another fast food outlet taking over the corner of Muskoka Road South and James Street where he and others have a history of restaurants. Including his Rombos where […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com MUSKOKA — In a dimly lit Norwood Theatre in the ‘Heart of Muskoka’ last Saturday morning, the main attraction wasn’t kiddy cartoons, but a bit of alleged funny business on screen. Not exactly the blockbuster 100 people counted on. But …. Two years ago it was a little different outside next […]
BRACEBRIDGE — Every three seconds, someone in the world develops dementia. The statistics are staggering. According to the Alzheimer Society of Canada, as of 2025 over 770,000 Canadians are living with dementia and Alzheimer’s accounts for 60-80% of these cases. On May 30 and May 31, communities across Muskoka will take thousands of steps together […]
MUSKOKA — A fire danger rating of high has been called by local fire departments across Muskoka this week. What you need to know: All current open-air fire permits are suspended Daytime burning and fireworks are prohibited Evening burning (6pm-8am) is permitted with extreme caution Local conditions are being actively monitored by the Muskoka Association […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com MUSKOKA — Muskoka’s “Heated Rivalry” this summer isn’t with Haliburton, but a cottage industry rocket-launched by hockey’s hottest international hit love story on Lake Muskoka. And a $25,000 a week waterfront rental. “You can’t underscore the importance of the tourism season here in Muskoka,” says Val Hamilton, executive director of the […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com GRAVENHURST — A motorcyclist was taken to hospital mid-afternoon today after an accident involving three drivers. The collision on Hwy. 11 South in Gravenhurst near Sparrow Lake Route D saw emergency services called out Thursday, May 28, at 3:50 p.m. Police, Muskoka EMS and Gravenhurst Fire Department responded to multiple report. Witnesses […]