Gravenhurst, Ont. residents are losing access points to Highway 11. During an April meeting, Andrew Stacey, the town’s director of infrastructure services, presented Gravenhurst’s town council with a report that … Continued
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Last summer, our grandson, while kayaking, noticed the lake water foaming. It was followed by bubbling that can be compared to the effervescence from an open soda can. Can you … Continued
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For 59 years, the first thing you saw when you drove into Sauble Beach, Ont., was the town’s iconic “Welcome to Sauble Beach” sign, its red lettering arching over the … Continued
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Ontario’s beaches are getting their own personal Roomba this summer. In June, the non-profit Pollution Probe launched BeBot, a beach cleaning robot, at Sibbald Point Provincial Park in Sutton West. … Continued
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If you’ve ever stopped at a “chip wagon” on your way to “cottage country” or sat in a “Muskoka chair” at your “summer cottage,” there’s a good chance you’re a … Continued
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In June, the Floating Accommodations Not Vessels Coalition (FANVC) published a paper outlining ways for Ontario municipalities to regulate or restrict floating accommodations. Floating accommodations have become a sticking point … Continued
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Around 9 p.m. on June 21, a thunderstorm descended on Northern Ontario communities east of Lake Nipissing. Devastating winds ripped trees from the ground, damaging homes, vehicles, and businesses. By … Continued
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After a mouse infestation, do you recommend removing and replacing the blown-in insulation? Should we be concerned about our health?—Gerald Fluge, via email If you believe that the insulation has … Continued
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169 Lakewood Drive, Blue Mountains, Ont. Lake: Georgian Bay Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Lot size: 114 ft. by 156.2 ft. List price: $1,489,000 Date listed: May 16, 2025 Realtor: Justin … Continued
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When you picture the perfect summer day at the cottage, chances are it starts on the dock. Morning coffees with a misty lake view, paddleboard launches at noon, or a … Continued
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Fishers, often colloquially called “fisher cats,” are fascinating but misunderstood creatures. They belong to the weasel family (Mustelidae) and are known for their agility, hunting prowess, and important ecological role. … Continued
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A species of endangered tree frog that once lived in Ontario has been considered lost. In October of last year, the Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada … Continued
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