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News | Sep 03

Samson fired from town office rebuild

PARRY SOUND - Parry Sound town council has terminated the $3-million contract with the construction company responsible for renovating the Parry Sound municipal office building.
It is the second...

News | Sep 03

Born and raised councillor seeks second term

MCKELLAR TWP. – With a four-year term almost over, councillor Tamara Black feels there is more work ahead.
Black was born and raised in McKellar, then left to pursue her education. She has a masters degree in social work, a paralegal diploma and is a registered designer under the Ontario...

News | Sep 03

Councillor looks for second term - and a pool

PARRY SOUND – Bonnie Keith is seeking a second term on Parry Sound council a term she said will require a councillor that values thrift, innovation and hard work.
“I have been willing to ask questions in order to keep citizens informed of the issues and point out their concerns and I have been...

News | Sep 03

Big Bike puts the fun in fundraising

PARRY SOUND - At first glance, the Big Bike might resemble a strange, radical contraption of the modern day welder, but without question, it remains a vital fundraising tool for the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario (HSFO), a volunteer-based charity devoted to preventing and eliminating heart...

News | Sep 03

McKellar resident enters race for reeve’s seat

McKELLAR TWP. – His vision for the community is simple and his aspirations are many, but what Peter Hopkins wants most is to make “McKellar a wonderful and healthy place to live, work, retire and play.”
Earlier last week the permanent resident put his name forward for the reeve’s seat in the...

 
 
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Business | Sep 01

Fostering the Creative Economy in Muskoka

MUSKOKA — Perhaps you’ve heard a new buzzword floating around our area these days: the creative economy.

What is it? The work of artists? Musicians and writers, too? How about actors...

Business | Sep 01

Town-owned home for rent

BRACEBRIDGE — Real estate is a lucrative business and the Town of Bracebridge wants to cash in.

Last week, the town began taking offers on a home for rent in downtown Bracebridge. The...

Business | Sep 01

Learn abotu our creative economy in Muskoka

Perhaps you’ve heard a new buzzword floating around our area these days: the creative economy.

What is it? The work of artists? Musicians and writers, too? How about actors? Occupations...

Business | Aug 25

Mode Function brings innovation to event design and décor

SOUTH MUSKOKA - When it comes to planning your next dinner party, wedding or corporate event look no further than Mode Function, a comprehensive design and décor company based in Gravenhurst.

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Local | Sep 02

Youth Achievement Awards are back for a second year

Youth Achievement Awards are back for a second year

The 2010 awards nomination deadline is Oct. 8 in the categories of Athletics, Community Involvement, Artistic Talent, Academics and Trades.

Local | Sep 01

Opposition growing to Bala Falls hydro plant

BALA — More than $1 million has been spent so far on the proposed Bala Falls hydroelectric project, but at least 105 people aren’t happy with the plan.

The Swift River Energy Limited...

Local | Sep 01

Flows will not be affected by plant upgrades: Bracebridge Generation

BRACEBRIDGE — The falls will flow, even if it means cutting into the bottom line, said Bracebridge Generation president and CEO Chris Litschko last week.

The local hydro provider is on...

Local | Sep 01

Councillor wants closer look at spring bear hunt

BRACEBRIDGE — More than a decade after the spring bear hunt was cancelled it remains a contentious issue.

Last week, Bracebridge Coun. Patti Thompson called for the Ministry of Natural...

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Youth Achievement Awards are back for a second year

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