by Sue Tiffin Published Aug. 6 2019 The proposed Haliburton Highlands Ontario Health Team has made it through the first round of self-assessments according to an announcement on July 18 by the Ontario Ministry of…
Highlands Opera Studio: a national beacon for the…
The Highlands Opera Studio didn’t come to Haliburton County in 2007 with humble beginnings. With experienced mentors Richard Margison a critically-acclaimed opera singer with 25 years of experience and the Royal Conservatory of Music’s highest…
Tag Day smiles light up the Highlands
To the Editor A few days ago I had the privilege of taking part in the Haliburton Hospital Auxiliary “Tag Day.” This annual event provides a wonderful boost in auxiliary funds which are then used…
Not your average folk: concert series unveils lineup
By Jenn Watt Published Aug. 6 2019 Folk music isn’t always played by a solo musician at the microphone strumming on a guitar; it can also include elements of hip hop funk blues and roots.…
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By Lynda Shadbolt Published Aug. 6 2019 I love good food. It is important to me on every trip and adventure that I go on. It is important to me in my everyday living. Life…
Workshop to help caregivers avoid burnout
By Jenn Watt Published Aug. 6 2019 Our communities and our health-care system relies on unpaid caregivers – the spouses adult children friends and neighbours who step up to provide care for loved ones. Sometimes…
Awesomeness for all at Haliburton DrumFest
By Laurie Jones Rails End Gallery and Arts Centre Rails End Gallery and Arts Centre has hosted a weekly community drum circle since 2006. The circles are accessible and open to all; instruments are supplied…
Boat races revving up for Haliburton
By Vanessa Balintec Haliburton’s Powerboat Races are coming back for a fifth year Aug. 17 and 18 featuring boat racing music and food for the public to enjoy. The races featuring stock hydroplanes and runabout…
Summertime – and the livin’ is delicious!
By Kate Butler Haliburton Highlands Museum If you’re reading this on a Tuesday in Haliburton you’ll no doubt be able to see all around the village evidence of residents and visitors loving local food. Our…
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Time travelling in Haliburton County with Rural Rogues By Jenn Watt A swath of patchy grass enclosed by heritage farm buildings and a dry stone fence was transformed last weekend through the power of performance…
A closer look into Bancroft Community Transit
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‘Absolutely no discussion’ on closing HE fire halls:…
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Bear calls down compared to last year
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Coalition working to reduce deer-car collisions
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Community of Making looking to grow
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Controlling fireworks
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Council approves festival pitch from teen
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Do you want help?
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Dysart HE make composters digesters available to residents
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Fatal collision on County Road 503
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Going after Garlon herbicide use in Dysart
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