News | Jul 30
NDP stalwart Dianna Allen steps back
A lot can happen when you’re waiting for the writ to drop,
says Dianna Allen, now the former federal candidate for the New Democratic
Party for whenever the next election happens.
Court | Jul 29
Man pleads guilty to several criminal charges
BRACEBRIDGE — A 45-year-old Bracebridge man has been sentenced to several months in jail for a series of offences.
Blair Vallance, of no fixed address, pleaded guilty in Huntsville court...
Local | Jul 28
Debt could soar to $23 million in 2011
GRAVENHURST — Gravenhurst’s debt level could reach $23 million by 2011, according to a new audit report.
Borrowing on projects such as the Muskoka Wharf have brought the debt up to $10...
Local | Jul 28
No Canadian Open for Webb
BRACEBRIDGE — It simply wasn’t to be at the Canadian Open for Bracebridge’s Brennan Webb last week.
Webb failed to make the event after shooting a four over par 76 to finish 53rd in a one...
Local | Jul 28
Water-ski school proposed for Gull Lake
GRAVENHURST — A new water-ski school would like to test the waters in Gull Lake and is looking for town council’s blessing.
Chris Foley runs Muskoka Wharf Adventures, a water-ski...
Local | Jul 28
Bracebridge secures 2011 masters softball tourney
BRACEBRIDGE — The work is nearly done and it’s time for Bracebridge to show off its new facility.
Bracebridge has been selected to host the 2011 Ontario Amateur Softball Association (OASA...
What's On | Jul 28
BAC looks to retire debt with new campaign
BRACEBRIDGE — The Bracebridge Arts Council (BAC) is looking to finish paying back the cost of building Rene M. Caisse Memorial Theatre, and that’s good news for anyone who enjoys live music and...
What's On | Jul 28
Mixing mosquitos and mojitos for cancer survivors
MUSKOKA — Mosquitos & Mojitos, a fundraising event in support of Cottage Dreams, is set to take place Aug. 12 at Windermere House.
The social event mixes Mojitos, the popular Cuban...
Attractions | Jul 21
Benefit concert to ‘Show Caisse’ local talent
BRACEBRIDGE - When it comes to live music, there’s no better way to get bang for your buck.
On July 25, Rene M. Caisse Theatre will host the “Show Caisse” Benefit Concert. The show is a benefit...
Letters | Jul 28
Accurate, comprehensive coverage appreciated
MUSKOKA LAKES — I would like to express my compliments to Karen Longwell for her accurate, comprehensive coverage of the Muskoka Ratepayers Association annual general meeting in the Examiner, July...
Letters | Jul 28
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Name change is to honour our veterans
BRACEBRIDGE — I was somewhat disappointed to read in our local paper of the opposition to the renaming of Muskoka Road South to Veterans Way, even after it was approved by the town council. (Last...
Letters | Jul 28
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Give both sides of the fire chief story
(Editor’s note: This is an open letter to Muskoka Lakes Mayor Karen Ellis.)
MUSKOKA LAKES — We would like to express our confidence in the actions taken by the Township of Muskoka Lakes...