Hilary Hilton

Hilary Hilton is a news reporter based in Muskoka with a strong passion for storytelling. She brings seven years of experience to her reporting, including three years in newspaper journalism and four years as a magazine editor and writer at the University of Toronto, where she studied English Language and Literature. After spending two years living in the UK and traveling abroad, she is elated to be back in her home country. Hilary is driven by a love of writing and a belief in the power of local news to connect and strengthen communities. To share a story, email hhilton@vistaradio.ca

Author Archive

Bimaajitoon Search and Rescue adds drones to emergency response capabilities

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The team said the new technology will help expand search areas, survey locations that are difficult for ground teams to reach and provide overhead coverage during rescue operations.

Parry Sound councillor candidates to take part in two upcoming All Candidates events

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Parry Sound residents will soon have a chance to hear directly from the candidates seeking office in the 2026 Municipal Election.

OPP seeking public’s help to locate missing woman

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The OPP are asking for the public’s assistance in locating 35-year-old woman Natasha Walker, who has been reported missing.

Parry Sound-Muskoka MP Scott Aitchison announces resignation

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After seven years as our area's member of parliament, Scott Aitchison will be resigning at the end of this fall's parliamentary session.

Service Canada to assist residents at public library Sept. 29

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Service Canada is at the Parry Sound Public Library today (Sept. 29) to help residents access a range of federal programs and services.

Super Clinic to assist residents with government services Sept. 28

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The District of Parry Sound Social Services Administration Board is hosting the event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 1 Beechwood Drive, in the Killbear Conference Room. 

NPI says 2+1 best fit for expanding most northern highways

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The three lane roads include a regular passing lane that changes direction every few kilometres, and is separated by a median. Officials say based on available evidence, highway twinning would be a reasonable investment on only four segments of the Highway 11-17 corridor.

Parry Sound Fire Department hosts open house Sept. 26

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The event takes place at the Parry Sound Fire Hall from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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

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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.

Weatheradio Canada discontinued after decades of service

Weather Hilary Hilton -
Operated by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), the 24-hour automated weather radio network, first introduced in the 1970s, was permanently discontinued on March 16.

Community Living Parry Sound yard sale and market set for May 30

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The event will take place at Kinsmen Park on May 30 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. rain or shine.

Parry Sound High School Pow Wow to take place May 29

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Parry Sound High School's annual youth-led Pow Wow is scheduled for May 29 at the Bobby Orr Community Centre.

Sully Burrows nominated for six Country Music Association of Ontario Awards

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The local singer/songwriter has been nominated for six 2026 Country Music Association of Ontario Awards.

Parry Sound Public School to host spring carnival fundraiser May 28

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The carnival, which will run from 5 to 7 p.m., will include music, food, games, face painting, a bake sale, book fair, raffle baskets and more.

McHappy Day to support the West Parry Sound Health Centre Foundation

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McDonald's in Parry Sound is once again giving back to the community through the annual McHappy Day fundraiser.

Muskoka man completes around-the-world cycling trip to raise money for cancer research

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69-year-old Vankoughnet local, Mark Herbst, recently returned from an around-the-world cycling trip.

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Latest News

Council approves crossing guard for Isabella-Gibson Street intersection

Town of Parry Sound
Council approved a staff recommendation at a meeting on Oct. 6, following a report from Manager of Bylaw Enforcement Zach Emberson.

Municipal election voting opens Oct. 14

Municipal News
The online and telephone voting period opens at 10 a.m. and runs until Oct. 26 at 8 p.m.

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

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

Parry Sound included in phase one of affordable housing pipeline

Regional
Northern Ontario communities are joining forces to create 609 new affordable homes.  

Parry Sound High School students selling ‘Lest We Forget’ lawn signs

Community
For $16 you can purchase a custom-made "Lest We Forget' lawn sign honour a veteran of your choice.
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