The Trillium Lakelands District School Board says all schools, education and childcare centres will be closed on Thursday (Feb. 13). The board shared the decision in anticipation of the forecasted storm that is scheduled to hit central Ontario this evening and continue into the morning. Officials say schools will not be moving...

Monday is Family Day and there is no shortage of events for you and your family to take part in this year. On Family Day, free events will be happening at both the Bracebridge Sportsplex and the Muskoka Lumber Community Centre, including public skating, floor hockey, climbing, swimming and more. In...

The Town of Bracebridge has opened the application process for the 2025 Community Improvement Plan (CIP) to support economic development, enhance local infrastructure and strengthen commercial and mixed-use areas.   The Town says the CIP has a variety of financial incentives available such as grants and loans as an incentive for...

A winter storm watch is in effect for our area. Environment Canada says a system is expected to bring snow and blowing snow Wednesday evening to Thursday afternoon. Officials say 20 to 40 cm is possible with strong winds, adding peak snowfall rates could  exceed 5 cm per hour. Poor visibility in...

The Ontario Chamber of Commerce is preparing itself for the implementation of more tariffs by US President Donald Trump, and they want to hear from you. An online survey has been launched to gauge how these tariffs are affecting various industries across the province and what supports or resources are...

***Written by Rachel Pancini Local residents are struggling to afford the basic nutritious foods that are needed to meet nutrition recommendations. That’s according to the new Nutritious Food Basket survey conducted by Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit. Officials say it shows that basic nutritious foods costs $1,302.77 for a family of...