Mo Fahim

The Moose's News Reporter for Parry Sound. Algonquin Radio Grad with a background in Medical lab work. If you see any news in the making give us a call at 705-746-2163 or email moose1033.news@moosefm.com

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Community rallies to help sick moose near Otter Lake

A sick moose led to over 35 Parry Sound residents rallying together to get it the help it needs.  James Lapointe, longtime area resident, says it all started about a...

West Parry Sound Ontario Health Team approved

The province has greenlit the West Parry Sound Ontario Health Team.  Sylvia Jones, Deputy Premier and Health Minister made the announcement in Parry Sound on Friday alongside the region’s MPP Graydon...

Parry Sound’s Significant Weather Event declared over

The Town of Parry Sound declared its “Significant Weather Event” over as of 9:30 AM Friday.  Mayor Jamie McGarvey thanked the town’s talented crew for the work that they've done...

With plummeting temperatures expected, here’s what you need to know about the risk of frostbite

Parry Sound is set to see temperatures drop to –28 overnight and the public is being warned of the risk of frostbite.  Hayley Redman with the Parry Sound District Paramedic...

Parry Sound declares Significant Weather Event

The Town of Parry Sound declared a “Significant Weather Event” on Tuesday.  Dave Thompson, Parry Sound Fire Chief, says that means normal levels of service standards the town usually sees...

Warmth for Winter Tree enters third season in action

The Warmth for Winter tree, located on James Street in Parry Sound, is stocked and ready for its third season.  The initiative, run by Parry Sound’s own Stephanie Jay, started...

West Parry Sound OPP rolls out CAMsafe program

West Parry Sound OPP has joined a growing number of Ontario police services implementing a CAMsafe program.  Constable Brandon Charlebois, the detachment’s Community Safety and Media Officer, says the program...

2023 Order of Parry Sound awarded to Glenda Clayton

Glenda Clayton is the recipient of the 2023 Order of Parry Sound.  A dedicated Harvest Share volunteer and one of the founders of Parry Sound Community Gardens, Clayton was given...

COVID-19 outbreaks declared at Lakeland and Belvedere Heights Long Term Care

Over 60 residents have tested positive at Parry Sound’s two long term care facilities since late Dec.  That from Jess...

Jay Aspin appointed to the Order of Ontario

A local resident is among the 25 new appointments to the Order of Ontario, the province’s highest honour.    Lieutenant...

West Parry Sound OPP wraps Festive RIDE campaign

The OPP’s West Parry Sound Detachment conducted 61 checks during the Festive RIDE campaign. The initiative aimed at reducing impaired driving...

Murals, vinyl and posters part of PSHS and Doc Rob Foundation’s new Suicide Prevention Campaign

Parry Sound High School (PHSH) students are spreading positive messages through posters, vinyl and murals throughout the school.  It’s all...

Parry Sound, McDougall and Seguin Fire Departments respond to Turtle Jack’s Wednesday fire

No injuries were reported after firefighters and emergency crews responded to a fire at the Turtle Jack’s on 22...

Council calling for the expansion of the Rural Northern Immigration Pilot

Parry Sound is calling for the Rural Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) program to stick around.  Council carried a motion this...

PSHS’s first ever Tech and Trades Showcase in the books

Industry partners and students came together recently for Parry Sound High School’s Tech and Trades Showcase.  School officials say the...

McKellar Public Library’s “Creating our Future Together” project gets LEAF funding

McKellar Public Library’s revitalization project is getting this year’s Learning and Engagement Accelerator Fund (LEAF).  Ontario-based company Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group’s...
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Latest News

Multi-vehicle collision closes Highway 141, knocks out power to Seguin Township

A three-vehicle collision which downed hydro lines early on Oct. 30.

West Parry Sound Health Centre launches virtual waiting room

The virtual waiting room gives eligible patients the option to wait at a location of their choice, rather than the emergency room, prior to accessing in-person care.

ELECTION RESULTS: Here’s who was elected across West Parry Sound

New councils have been elected across the seven West Parry Sound municipalities.

Two new councillors elected in Parry Sound

Jim Marshall, who received 1,175 votes, and John R. Bennett, who collected 925 votes, have been elected to town council.

Here’s who is running for council across West Parry Sound

The unofficial list of municipal election candidates for communities across West Parry Sound.
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