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Five orphaned moose calves undergoing rehabilitation at Rosseau’s Aspen Valley Wildlife Sanctuary

The calves, all less than a week old when they arrived, will remain in rehabilitation at the sanctuary for approximately a year before they are eligible for release.

Ministry of Natural Resources issues flood watch for Severn River

The Ministry of Natural Resources issued a flood warning and watch for the Bracebridge-Minden-Parry Sound District on May 13.

Residents urged to stay ‘bear wise’ as bears wake up across Muskoka

According to the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, bears typically emerge from hibernation between mid-March and late April, depending on weather conditions. Officials are encouraging the public to stay vigilant and take precautions to avoid encounters.

Flood watch in effect for Muskoka region

A flood watch has been issued for the majority of the province, including the Muskoka region, due to significant rain and warmer temperatures.

Huntsville/Lake of Bays Fire Department responded to two wildland fires last week

The Huntsville/Lake of Bays fire department responded to two separate wildland fires in the area last week. 

Two Huntsville residents plead guilty to illegal fishing practices

Two people from Huntsville and one from Baysville were charged with possessing more walleye than legally allowed and for camping in a provincial park without a permit.

Flooding not expected in Muskoka this week

Weather conditions in and around Huntsville/Lake of Bays is looking pretty good for a gradual spring thaw this week....

Lake of Bays prepared for spring flooding

Although it’s looking unlikely we’re getting any flooding this week, Lake of Bays is still prepared in case it...

Spring brings more wildlife on roads across Muskoka

The weather is getting nicer, which means more wildlife on our roads. The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) is...

MNR meets with municipal officials to disucss spring floods

It’s a meeting to discuss flood preparedness. The Ministry of Natural Resources is meeting with municipalities across the district...

Ice hut removal deadline almost here

The deadline to remove ice huts in Zone 15 in Muskoka and Parry Sound is coming up. Spokesperson for...

MNR charges two men for deer hunting violations

Two McDougall residents have to pay a total of $1,500 for deer hunting violations. One man was fined $500 while...

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