MUSKOKA — Two new wildfires — one large and one small — were reported in the region today by Ontario’s Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services (AFFES). The smaller one is in Algonquin Park and both are not under control. Isabelle Chenard, information officer for the Northeast Region, said on Sunday, June 21, that they […]
MUSKOKA LAKES TWP. — A tractor trailer driver faces an impaired driving charge after a collision Friday afternoon with an off-duty police officer who was driving their own vehicle. Provincial police say in a release yesterday that on June 19 at 4:05 p.m. the officer was westbound on Aspdin Road in Muskoka Lakes Twp. and was “narrowly […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com GRAVENHURST — Working from home has proven to be a successful way of doing business that may become more common after the pandemic, says a new report for the Town of Gravenhurst, which also calls for timely approval of temporary restaurant/bar patio applications and infrastructure repairs. CAO Glen Davies adds says […]
MUSKOKA — We’re back, we’re open for business and if you need a job — we need workers. That’s Monday’s message for the free at muskokavirtualjobfair.eventbrite.ca. Moderator and host Norah Fountain, executive director of the Muskoka Lakes Chamber of Commerce, says as more businesses re-open and the high summer season is here, jobs are plentiful in […]
PARRY SOUND-MUSKOKA — Local hospitals long under constant financial threat — and with increased COVID-19 pressures — received increased support from the province. MPP Norman Miller said in a release Thursday that he is “happy to see the long-standing funding inequity for small and medium sized hospitals addressed.” Locally Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare’s base funding has […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com BRACEBRIDGE — In response to Black Lives Matter demonstrations that took over local main streets last week, the district is finally moving toward ending “systemic racism” in Muskoka — including its own lilly white workforce. Monday, councillors “unanimously” passed a resolution “recognizing current calls for social reform to address systemic racism […]
BRACEBRIDGE — A dozen talented young Muskoka musicians serious about studying are getting financial help from the Men of Song. The Bracebridge-based vocal ensemble announced their 2020 bursary awards on the group’s 36th anniversary. The male choristers provide choral music in Muskoka and the Sean Kelly Memorial Bursary Program, named after late founding member Sean Kelly, […]
SIMCOE-MUSKOKA — Business owners and employees get to grill local health officials about COVID-19 Thursday at 3 p.m., as Stage 2 of re-opening Ontario ends its first week. The Zoom Q&A follows a free Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) information session on rules and regulations as more businesses open this week. It’s a virtual […]
PORT SYDNEY — Lisa MacLeod landed on her feet Friday at Trillium Resort and Spa ladened with cash for the ailing local tourism industry. The Minister of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries joined MPP Norman Miller to announce $350,000 in tourism marketing support for Parry Sound-Muskoka. She also announced $100,000 in support for Resorts of […]
HUNTSVILLE — One man remains in custody on weapons charges and a female driver accused of driving at police is out on bail after, after both were also charged with drug offences here Saturday afternoon. Provincial police say that on June 11 at 3 p.m. officers conducted a traffic stop on Brunel Road. They say […]
ORILLIA — A Huntsville man faces charges of soliciting paid sex here last month. Provincial police say they arrested him for Communicating for the Purpose of Obtaining Sexual Services in the City of Orillia. On May 4 the Orillia OPP Crime Unit and the OPP Anti Human Trafficking Investigation Coordination Team were notified of a […]
GRAVENHURST — It was a cool day here Friday for the first customers on the “patio” balcony at Boston Pizza. A “few people” with “parkas and blankets” braved an early June cold-snap as the restaurant re-opened for partial in-house dining. Takeout and delivery has continued throughout most of pandemic. But there was no trouble social […]
GRAVENHURST — A police chase through the south end of Gravenhurst ended in a ditch in front of Hortons here late Wednesday afternoon. And provincial arrested two people June 10, charging one of them. They say that on Wednesday June 10, at 4:30 p.m., officers with the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Central Region Traffic unit […]
GRAVENHURST — A Gravenhurst man and a Huntsville man were charged here this week with theft from vehicles on the main street. Provincial police say that on Monday, June 8, at 2:30 p.m. officers were sought out by a member of the public who had just had items stolen from his vehicle while he was […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com SOUTH MUSKOKA — KD and instant coffee: two things you can’t live without if you need “food help” — or you’re the Salvation Army. Lt. Kam Robinson said it use to be peanut butter — “but we made a large purchase recently, so we’re good.” She told Gravenhurst Rotarians online here […]
MUSKOKA — As COVID-19 cases appear to decline in Ontario and more people are eligible to be tested, local assessment centres are still not open to walk-in visits. They are by appointment only health officials stress. To do so call the Muskoka call centre at 1-888-383-7009. Once you have an appointment, it’s easy and your’re […]
GRAVENHURST — Two Muskoka residents face charges after a police investigation in Orillia led to vehicle being stopped here Saturday night. Provincial police say that on Saturday June 6, at 10:40 p.m., the were assisting with an investigation stemming from an incident in Orillia, and OPP officers stopped a vehicle on Fernwood Drive in Gravenhurst. […]
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com GRAVENHURST — A COVID-19 scare at the TD Canada Trust branch here has been averted. The bank closed Tuesday, June 1, for employee testing after it was feared a case of the coronavirus was present in a staff member who self-isolated after last being at work May 29. Carla Hindman, their […]
MUSKOKA — At last, Muskoka’s two COVID-19 Assessment Centre are now offering asessment and testing for all individuals in Muskoka. In a release Friday, May 29, they say: “We have recently streamlined our process and have increased our capacity to service the health care needs of our communities. Effective immediately testing is available for the […]
MUSKOKA — Social distancing in the great outdoors gets a little easier tomorrow when Ontario opens day-use camping in provincial parks and also allows recreational camping on Crown land. As of June 1, backcountry camping will be available at Ontario Parks, including access points, paddle and portage routes and hiking trails. It says Ontario Parks […]