Mayor Rick Maloney is joined by Samantha Bigley, Community Engagement Officer with the Ontario Provincial Police, Bracebridge Detachment to talk about road and water safety, community wellbeing and more.
Abridged | A Podcast With Mayor Maloney
Abridged is a monthly podcast with Mayor Rick Maloney to discuss what's going on in Bracebridge.
Episode 10 | Updates on the Fall Fair and Fall Recreation Programming
On this episode, Mayor Rick Maloney is joined by Dave Nichols, President of the Bracebridge Agricultural Society to talk about what visitors can enjoy at the upcoming Fall Fair. Then, Cathy Janke, Manager of Recreation Programs and Services, joins to give an overview of fall programming, new courses, the benefits of memberships and when registration begins.
Season One
Episode 9 | Community Safety and Wellbeing with the OPP
Mayor Rick Maloney is joined by Samantha Bigley, Community Engagement Officer with the Ontario Provincial Police, Bracebridge Detachment to talk about road and water safety, community wellbeing and more.
Episode 8 | See Muskoka Through Our Eyes Powwow
Mayor Rick Maloney is joined by Elder Chris Stock and Kokom Lynda Nicholson to talk about the return of the See Muskoka Through Our Eyes Powwow on June 28 and 29 in Annie Williams Memorial Park.
Episode 7 | Fire Safety, Summer By-Law Tips, and Getting Ready for Bracebridge 150
On this episode of Abridged, Mayor Maloney sits down to talk to Fire Chief, Kevin Plested on the importance of working smoke alarms amidst a recent increase in structure fires.
Then, the Manager of By-Law Enforcement, Michael Mayer, stops by to talk about by-law tips to ensure the best summer season ahead. The countdown is on!
The Bracebridge 150 Community Celebration and Showcase is coming up fast. Ciara Ryan gives listeners the update on what to expect at this celebration of a lifetime.
Episode 6 | Ice storm recovery, an update on the Silver Bridge, and using clear bags in Muskoka
Mayor Maloney is joined by James Steele, the Commissioner of Public Works and Engineering with the District of Muskoka for the entire episode. Mayor Maloney and Commissioner Steele talk about three important topics that each have an impact on the community; ongoing recovery from the ice storm, status of the Silver Bridge, and the recent transition to clear bags.
Episode 5 | Spring Freshet and the Muskoka Bears
Mayor Maloney sits down with Deputy Fire Chief Mike Peake to talk about the spring freshet and steps property owners can take to protect their property when seasonal flooding occurs. Then, Dave and Ken Veitch, from the Muskoka Bears Junior C Hockey Team, come in to chat about their inaugural season.
Episode 4 | Winter road operations, Bracebridge 150 legacy projects and the Official Plan
Mayor Maloney sits down with Geoff Carleton, Director of Public Works, to learn the ins and outs of winter road maintenance during a season with unprecedented amounts of snow. Then, Geoff shares details on two exciting Bracebridge 150 legacy projects taking place this year.
Next, Mayor Maloney is joined by Matt Holmes, Manager of Planning, and Cheryl Kelley, Director of Planning and Economic Development, to discuss the status of the Official Plan review.
Episode 3 | 2025 municipal budget, Bracebridge 150 and Fire & Ice Festival
Mayor Maloney sites down with Paul Judson, Director of Finance/Treasurer to talk about the 2025 municipal budget, the process the team uses to complete it and plans for the future.
Then, Deputy Mayor, Brenda Rhodes stops by to talk about the Town's 150-year anniversary celebration taking place this year and how people can get involved.
Tracy Larkman from the Downtown Bracebridge BIA shares details about the upcoming Fire and Ice Festival, taking place January 25.
Episode 2 | Holiday programming and a very special guest
Mayor Maloney sits down with Christine Cousins from the Town's Recreation department, and Mathew Reisler from the Bracebridge Library to talk about holiday programs and what visitors of all ages can enjoy during the festive season.
Then, a very special guest stops by to wi
sh everyone a happy holiday.
Episode 1 | Hospital redevelopment and the holidays in Bracebridge
Mayor Maloney sits down with Dr. Luke Wu to discuss the hospital redevelopment plan and it's impact on Bracebridge.
Then, he is joined by Tracy Larkman from the Downtown Bracebridge BIA, and Holly Besseau-Onion from the Town's Economic Development team to talk about celebrating the holidays in Bracebridge at the Festival of Lights, and supporting local businesses through the Shop The Bridge gift card campaign.
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