Andrew Mendler

Andrew is Vista Radio's Cottage Country New Director, who manages news in Haliburton, Muskoka and Parry Sound. He was born in London, raised in Tillsonburg and has lived in Belleville, Huntsville, Midland and Bonnyville, Alberta. He currently resides in Parry Sound with his fiancé, two step kids, dog and two cats. After graduating Loyalist College, Andrew worked as a newspaper reporter for over a decade, before transitioning to broadcasting in 2023. If you have a news tip you'd like to share, email Andrew at amendler@vistaradio.ca.
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OPP investigating vehicle theft in Gravenhurst

OPP Andrew Mendler -
Officers were dispatched to a report of a motor vehicle theft in program on Sarah Street at 2:45 a.m. on Nov. 1. 

Here’s who is running for municipal council across Muskoka

Municipal News Andrew Mendler -
The next municipal election will take place Oct. 26.

Graydon Smith closes Bracebridge constituency office after resident berates staff

Community Andrew Mendler -
Smith announced the closure on social media shortly after noon on Oct. 19.

Five individuals charged in relation to recreational shooting in Georgian Bay Township

OPP Andrew Mendler -
Officers have been proactively conducting patrols of areas the public voiced concern about with respect to recreational shooting.

C. difficile outbreak declared at South Muskoka Memorial Hospital

Health Care Andrew Mendler -
A C. difficile outbreak has been declared on the North Wing at the Bracebridge hospital.

Sever thunderstorm warning issued for Muskoka region

Community Andrew Mendler -
A severe thunderstorm warning is now in effect for the Huntsville-Baysville region.

Province investing $113,000 across Parry Sound-Muskoka through Seniors Community Grants program

Community Andrew Mendler -
Local MPP Graydon Smith says the funding, provided through the Seniors Community Grants program, will give seniors access to the services and opportunities they need to stay healthy, active and engaged in their communities.

Purbrook Bridge replacement project to continue into November

Town of Bracebridge Andrew Mendler -
Over the next three weeks crews will focus on preparing the foundation and supporting structures for the new bridge.

Portion of Muskoka Lakes included in provincial flood assistance program

Township of Muskoka Lakes Andrew Mendler -
The province has activated the program for a specific area along River Street.

Huntsville Otters sign affiliation partnership with Voodoos

Sports Andrew Mendler -
Officials say the relationship will allow players to sign with the junior 'C' team in Huntsville and affiliate with Powassan, with the ability to practice and potentially get into junior 'A' games this season.

Ottawa getting support from FONOM in U.S. trade war

National Andrew Mendler -
FONOM says it remains hopeful a fair and mutually beneficial deal can eventually be reached, but adds no deal is better than a bad deal.

Area First Nations join discussions regarding potential reopening of Kearney Graphite mine

Community Andrew Mendler -
Five local First Nations, including Dokis, Henvey Inlet, Magnetawan, Shawanaga and Wasauksing, have signed a Letter of Agreement with the company, creating framework for ongoing discussions.

52-year-old from Lake of Bays dead following head-on collision in Torrance

OPP Andrew Mendler -
The collision, on Muskoka Road 169, occurred shortly after 8:30 p.m. on Aug. 8.

Canoer dies after capsizing on Stewart Lake near Mactier

OPP Andrew Mendler -
Two individuals were canoeing on Aug. 8 when their canoe overturned approximately 40 feet from shore.

OPP lays more than 8,200 charges during Civic long weekend

OPP Andrew Mendler -
Officers also enforced Ontario's Move Over law -- with drivers mandated to slow down and move over for emergency vehicles.

Bracebridge residents and Holocaust survivor Eva Olsson dies at 101

Community Andrew Mendler -
Olsson passed away peacefully at the age of 101 at Hospice Muskoka's Andy's House in Port Carling on Aug. 4.
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OPP investigating vehicle theft in Gravenhurst

OPP
Officers were dispatched to a report of a motor vehicle theft in program on Sarah Street at 2:45 a.m. on Nov. 1. 

OPP warning the public of recent increase in bank and credit card scams

OPP
The OPP is warning residents of a recent rise in bank account and credit card scams involving increasingly sophisticated tactics.

North Street in Bracebridge to be temporarily closed on Nov. 3

Closures & Cancellations
The Town of Bracebridge will temporarily close North Street on Nov. 3 for tree removal services.

Town of Gravenhurst launches annual Fire Department Toy Drive

Community
The Town of Gravenhurst Fire Department has launched its 11th annual toy drive to help support families in need this Christmas season.

Re-elected Georgian Bay Mayor Peter Koetsier looking forward to further investments and improvements in the community

Community
Peter Koetsier, who was recently re-elected Mayor of Georgian Bay Township, is looking forward to continuing to make investments and improvements in the community over the next four years.
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