Community

The District of Muskoka is reminding residents that bi-weekly garbage collection begins on Nov. 2.

Free family-friendly Halloween events geared towards children are taking place across Muskoka this weekend, offering local families a way to enjoy the holiday in safe and welcoming environments. 

Bracebridge's Escapades Mini Putt is hosting its 10th annual Halloween Trick or Treat Mini Golf fundraiser for the South Muskoka Hospital Foundation on Oct. 30 and 31.

The Bracebridge Fire Department is sharing safety tips as people prepare for Halloween night.

Elexicon Energy has donated $65,000 to support the Gravenhurst Health Hub project.

Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare's capital redevelopment plan, including hospital site selection, clinical planning, transitional care and community engagement, were all topics of discussion during a meeting with the Save South Muskoka Hospital committee on Oct. 21.

The pledge was made through the Foundation's Business Cares program, which invites local business leaders to commit to a $25,000 pledge over five years, providing reliable funding for critical hospital technology and equipment.

The Town of Gravenhurst has begun its 2026 Gravel Maintenance Program.

The drive runs until Nov. 30, with residents invited to donate clean, gently used adult and children's winter jackets, snow pants, and snowsuits.