Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com GRAVENHURST — Work on a large new apartment complex at the south end of the downtown here is being slowed by a carpenters’ strike, but building continues. Melissa Halford, director of development services for the Town of Gravenhurst, says she was on site last week and said otherwise construction continues with […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com PARRY SOUND-MUSKOKA — Federal loans and grants for 10 regional public and private tourism initiatives in 2022 include sewer lines for Santa’s Village and trail grooming for snowmobile trails and money to expand vacant lands at Muskoka Wharf. The more than $2 million comes at the end of National Tourism Week, […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com GRAVENHURST — A revitalization and expansion plan for the Muskoka Wharf — which will see five new “pop-up” business buildings built on vacant lands — has the Gateway to Muskoka community receiving $357,000 in federal funding. The seasonal retail spaces could also include a small building in the open public space […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com GRAVENHURST — Mary Anne Goheen “is always thinking of others in our community first. “And those most vulnerable or at risk.” Following two tragic fires last year, Goheen was right there offering kitchen and bathrooms resources to two families in need. That’s part of the reason the Gravenhurst resident and “outstanding […]
UPDATE: Due to uncertain weather, The Muskoka Men of Song concert scheduled to be held at Annie William’s Park on Friday June 17 has been relocated to the Bracebridge United Church at 46 Dominion St., Bracebridge. Please enter at the side door. LETTER TO EDITOR: MUSKOKA — Thanks to generous donations from the public and […]
LETTER TO EDITOR: Last year 26 students from Gravenhurst were accepted at universities such as Queens, Trent, Ottawa and Toronto, and colleges such as Fanshawe, Algonquin, Seneca and Georgian. Their dreams of a higher education and a better way of life have been assisted by citizens from Gravenhurst, who over the past 13 years have […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com RAMA — When you’re 83 seniors moments happen. A word slips your mind, you have to take a step back to catch your breath. But it’s all good for Gordon Lightfoot, who can still remember and deliver memorable lyrics from his decades old hits. And while his concerts now are more […]
BAYSVILLE — An ATV driver who entered a ditch and collided with a hydro pole yesterday afternoon died, say police who are investigating the fatal single vehicle collision here. They say that on Saturday, June 4 at 3 p.m., emergency services responded to Dickie Lake Road in Lake of Bays Township, just east of Baysville. […]
BRACEBRIDGE — Annie Williams Park continues to suffer from a spate of vandalism. Frustrated police are now turning to the public to help solve these senseless crimes. They want help to identify the suspect(s) responsible for several incidents of mischief at the popular summer retreat on the Muskoka River. They say that on June 2, while […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com PARRY SOUND-MUSKOKA — Voters remained true blue to the Tories last night as the riding remains in Conservative hands for another four years. Graydon Smith, with 20,216 votes, overcame a growing Green movement, which saw Matt Richter almost double his vote count to 18,102 from 9,438 in 2018. Four years before […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com PARRY SOUND-MUSKOKA — Graydon Smith is “extremely humbled” to be the new MPP. The Conservative won, who the riding by more than 2,100 votes over the Greens’ Matt Richter, said he was “not surprised that it was a close race.” Smith received the support of 20,216 voters, Richter 18,102. The difference […]
PARRY SOUND-MUSKOKA – Those up to watch the Queen’s Jubilee celebration will be able to beat voting line-ups at the polls. Today’s provincial election could be as historic as the Royal tribute. With about 10 per cent at the advance polls it could be a long day – and night. Candidates were out this morning […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com HUNTSVILLVE — Parry Sound-Muskoka is now one of the ridings to watch in tomorrow’s Ontario election. Various provincial polls — public, private and party — have the incumbent Progressive Conservatives in close race with the surging Greens. Last week’s advance polls show a 10 per cent voter turnout, say the Greens, […]
Dear Editor: I am deeply disappointed by the support the PC candidate has received from local leaders, many of whom declared a “climate emergency” last year and claim to be aware of the existential threat of climate breakdown. Graydon Smith claims “This distinguished list of leaders, below, recognize what’s at stake.” Well, obviously, they do not if […]
GRAVENHURST — The importance, health and longevity of the local tree canopy — and as it also relates to climate change — will see a university-driven “urban tree assessment” team inventory underway neighbourhoods the next three months on public properties. As part of Gravenhurst’s 2022 capital budget, a partnership with the University of Toronto (Institute […]
To the Editor: A decision by the Ontario Energy Board (OEB) signals the dawn of a whole new era in the shift to clean energy sources and away from the fossil gas infrastructure being pushed by Enbridge Gas and the Ontario Conservative government. The OEB turned down an Enbridge gas proposal for the City of […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com RAMA — It was Beatlemania, Ringo Rama and “peace and love” rock and rolled up into one. Or as one departing fan said: “Four concerts rolled into one.” That was Ringo Starr and the All Starrs, who wrapped up a two-night weekend gig as they got back to where they all […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com GRAVENHURST — Think you haven’t seen your friends in years since COVID. Except maybe on Zoom? Try way before the pandemic. That’s how Tim Montgomery feels. The “Beaker” is going through withdrawal and wants to re-connect in person now that restrictions and gathering limits are off. You can’t slip back in […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com PARRY SOUND-MUSKOKA — Elections, fairly, are a referendum on government leaders and their record; and too often less about the next four years in Ontario’s case — despite political promises. “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it,” wrote Spanish philosopher George Santayana in 1905. Lest we forget! […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com RAMA — Ringo Starr is getting back to where he’s always belonged. The legendary Beatles drummer returns to Casino Rama tonight at 9 p.m. for a sold-out show — and a second concert Saturday night — as his All Starr band begins a month-long tour that includes a gig at Massey […]