To the Editor, All around the world, Pride month draws to a close this long weekend celebrating the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Minden Pride kicks off our own local festival this year Aug. 22 to 28, with…
Kennisis Lake’s Art on the Dock returns
By Grace OborneThere isn’t a better place to browse and purchase amazing works of art and talent than on different docks of a beautiful lake.The Kennisis Lake Cottage Owners’ Association (KLCOA) will be hosting its…
HSAD ‘walk-about’ provides public inspiration
by Jerelyn CradenIf you’re itching to express yourself creatively but don’t know where to start, then Thursdays at the Haliburton School of Art + Design (HSAD) are for you. Every Thursday ‘til the week of…
Return of the Lost Haliburton Boat Tours offers…
By Jerelyn Craden Imagine, the glory days of Haliburton’s most beloved lodges and resorts brought to life during a two-hour guided boat tour aboard the beautiful Lady of the Lake 24-foot fantail launch every Wednesday…
Author invites readers to experience Cedar Grove Resort
By Grace OborneFor many authors, inspiration to write a novel, let alone many novels in a series, doesn’t always come easy. However, local resident, Deloris Packard, has taken her years of experience in the resort…
HHSS students broaden understanding of Indigenous culture
Indigenous awareness week held at the high school By Grace OborneIt all started with one little bead for students at Haliburton Highlands Secondary School. Eventually they were making felt pins for Water First donations.Earlier this…
The Highlands are alive with The Sound of…
By Grace Oborne Music, dance, and theatre performance are about to become a few of the county’s favourite things.The Highlands Summer Festival returns to the stage in July and August, starting with the opening of…
Ballerina takes dreams to New York
Aspiring ballet dancer earns opportunity towards taking centre stageBy Darren Lum Life is about the opportunities we have from the risks we take to fulfilling our dreams.After leaving the Highlands to pursue her passion for…
New community initiative hopes to bring families together…
By Darren LumThe opportunity for people to play arcade games and watch movies is coming to the West Guilford Recreation Centre thanks to Families in Motion.Led by West Guilford cousins, Sue Bridge, Lynne Stamp and…
Rotary Carnival makes postpandemic return
By Darren LumA 77 year Haliburton tradition continues after a pandemic hiatus.This year’s Rotary Carnival, which is scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 3, will not have fireworks and the dynamic midway, but will still retain its…
Watch Haliburton Dance Academy’s recital for the last…
Owner feels weight of the decision in closing the academy, but knows it is the right decision By Darren Lum It’s difficult saying goodbye to the one you love.The Haliburton Dance Academy owner Chyna Schell…
Highland Yard continues virtual edition
By Darren LumPlaces for People (P4P) is the real winner of the Highland Yard run.Its long-time organizer Jack Russel said the annual event is important to the not-for-profit organization, which helps to create affordable housing…
Au revoir France, bon jour Haliburton
By Vivian CollingsEven after five months of visiting grand Medieval castles, like the Château des ducs de Bretagne, and touring French vineyards in the Loire Valley, Emily Parish will always feel most at home in…
New art gallery offers a welcoming space for…
By Vivian CollingsThe Limbic Collective opens a door for everyone to become part of a community of artists and gain an insight to who they are and what they create with its new studio space…
Mark the calendar, it’s happening
Olympian and first pro football player from area recognized By Darren Lum Get ready for history to be made.Olympian Lesley Tashlin and the first pro football player from the Highlands, Taly Williams will join Ron…
SIRCH for a better world: smiling faces in…
This summer, laughter will fill the air at schools across Haliburton County, Kawartha Lakes and Muskoka with the return of School’s Cool.Last year, 93 students participated in the program that both prepares children for kindergarten…
HHSS hosts week-long fundraiser, Support Ukraine Week
By Darren Lum High school students are opening their arms, embracing the mindset to help Ukraine with a series of fundraising activities this week, with money donated to the Red Cross Canada.Yesterday (May 2), the…
Delegation proposes foundation manage MH Cultural Centre
By Stephen Petrick Supporters of the Minden Hills Cultural Centre are proposing a new governance model for the centre, which would have its foundation board overseeing day-to-day management instead of municipal staff.The proposal was delivered…
Library’s programming offers ‘something for everybody’
By Sue TiffinAndrea Brown said she aims to be a community builder, and she’s off to a great start. Brown joined the Haliburton County Public Library as programming and outreach co-ordinator in late October last year,…
Susan Aglukark headlines upcoming concert lineup
Abbey Gardens announces summer festival lineup By Vivian CollingsMusic @ The Gardens is an upcoming summer festival that is promising to be a feast for the ears with its slate of strong award-winning musicians, including…
Music opportunity for youth with blues contest
By Darren LumThe Highlands Buckslide Blues Society is offering an opportunity for the next B.B. King or Janis Joplin to be discovered with an upcoming music contest.Open to Highlands’ youth 12 to 18-years-old, the Road…