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2 hours ago
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Pedestrian airlifted with serious injuries after collision on Gravenhurst Parkway
A sign for Gravenhurst Parkway is pictured with a Watch for Pedestrians sign in the background in Gravenhurst, Ont. A portion of Gravenhurst Parkway in Gravenhurst is closed Monday morning for an ongoing police investigation after a collision involving a pedestrian. According to Ontario Provincial Police, the incident happened shortly after 7 a.m. Monday. The pedestrian was taken to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries and later airlifted to a Toronto area trauma centre. No other injuries were reported. Police have closed Gravenhurst Parkway from Heywood Road to Highway 118 East for the investigation. There is no timeline for when it might reopen at this time. CTV News is following the latest developments and will provide details as they become available.
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5 days ago
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Ont. man charged after videos circulate on social media showcasing reckless driving: OPP
Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) laid multiple charges against a 23-year-old man after a string of videos showcasing reckless driving surfaced on social media. OPP officers with Dufferin, Bracebridge and Orillia detachments were alerted to the videos by a concerned citizen on Tuesday night. Police say the videos depicted excessive speeding, improper tires on the vehicle, and raised concerns about potential impairment. Officers hit the roads patrolling local highways for the suspect vehicle, which they say was spotted traveling north on Highway 11 through Severn Township at speeds topping 150 km/h in a posted 90 km/h zone. A traffic stop was conducted on Southwood Road in the Gravenhurst area, and the driver was taken into custody. The accused, a Gravenhurst man, faces a slew of charges, including impaired driving, dangerous operation, stunt driving, and driving with an open container of liquor, among others related to modifications to the vehicle. He is has since been handed a 90-day licence suspension and 14-day vehicle impoundment, along with a day in court.
CTV News
14-07-2025
- General
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Muskoka boat launch closed for repair with no timeline for reopening
A boat launch at Muskoka Wharf has closed with no timeline for when it will reopen. The Town of Gravenhurst issued a new release on Monday notifying the public that one of three boat launch ramps at Muskoka Wharf at 295 Steamship Bay Road is closed for repairs. The Town asks boaters to follow signage when using the ramps to access Lake Muskoka. 'When operating vehicles and equipment at this access point, have care when navigating near the boat houses beside this boat launch,' the Town added. No further details were provided.
CTV News
11-07-2025
- Automotive
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Serious crash on Hwy 11 forces lane closures in Muskoka
A section of Highway 11 is closed Friday afternoon for a serious collision in Gravenhurst. Provincial police took to social media shortly before 4 p.m. advising the public the northbound lanes were closed between the exit for Muskoka Road 169 and Doe Lake Road for a crash. Traffic is being rerouted in the area into Gravenhurst. Motorists are told to expect heavy delays and are advised to take alternate routes.
CTV News
11-07-2025
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Wanda III ready to set sail in Muskoka after 4 years of renovations
The Wanda III on the open waters in Gravenhurst, Ont. After four years of renovations the Wanda III is set to soon sail on the Muskoka Lakes in Gravenhurst. The steamboat was originally built for Mrs. Timothy Eaton in the early 1900s as a personal yacht to use during the summers. The vessel has since undergone an extensive restoration and refurbishment. John Miller, president of Muskoka Steamships and Discovery Centre, said the steam engine on the iconic ship has been removed. 'Everything runs off electric power, our propulsion engines have large battery banks and we look forward to seeing what the performance is going to be like,' he added. Miller calls the upgrade 'sustainable heritage.' 'We've taken a vessel from 1915 that's relatively the same as she was when she was built, and we've electrified her and put her in a boathouse so, she's got all the all the things she needs to remain here for generations,' he noted. Wanda III The Wanda III undergoes restoration and refurbishment inside a newly constructed boathouse in Gravenhurst, Ont. (Muskoka Steamships & Discovery Centre) As for the experience, the interior of the ship has remained the same as it was over 100 years ago. 'It's an exclusive trip to be on Wanda because we've got salons down below where you can sit and relax, maybe have a bite to eat or a glass of wine coffee,' said Miller. 'Up above, there's going to be chairs on the upper deck and that's where people spend the most time when the weather is really nice.' The vessel is 94 feet long and 12 feet wide. The finishing touches are currently underway with the ship expected to hit the open waters later this summer. Miller believes in preserving the steam ships is important and beneficial. 'So future generations can come by and enjoy them,' he said. 'So they can learn the stories about the about the history of these vessels on our lakes.'
