By Emily Stonehouse It’s the end of an era for Haliburton County locals Brigitte Gall and Michael Bainbridge as they head off to pursue a new adventure in Ottawa.Bainbridge was recently offered the position of…
A ‘happy and peaceful home’ for everyone
By Emily Stonehouse Karinya: an Australian Aboriginal word that can be translated to “a happy and peaceful home.”This is the vision of Abby Gordon, the founder of Karinya Home Care Inc., based out of Minden.The…
Finalists announced for restaurant makeover
By Emily StonehouseIt’s no secret that the number one industry in the area is tourism. That’s why ACM Designs wants to start giving back to the community with their upcoming restaurant makeover contest.“After the pandemic,…
Plant and flower shop blossoms downtown
By Vivian CollingsTwo weeks in to opening her doors in Haliburton, Gillian Taylor said she’s overwhelmed with the amount of support she’s received and the love shown for her business, Snaffle and Mane.The horse and…
Haliburton BIA is ready for a new year
By Vivian CollingsBoard members of the Haliburton Business Improvement Area (BIA) met on Thursday, Feb. 9 for their AGM and celebrated the return of nearly all their signature events in 2022.2022 was Luke Schell’s final…
Schell bids farewell to BIA after long tenure
By Angelica Ingram For more than 20 years, Luke Schell has been a fixture in the downtown of Haliburton Village, and not just as the business owner of a specialty photo and framing shop. For…
All in, Hook, Line & Sinker
By Vivian Collings The wait is over. Hook, Line & Sinker is now open for business, and the Haliburton community’s overwhelming excitement far exceeded the expectations of owners Taylor Pridham and Veronica VanLeeuwen. After only…
Money and support available for local not-for-profits
By Emily Stonehouse The Haliburton County Development Corporation (HCDC) officially opened their applications for their Local Initiatives Program (LIP) on Jan. 30. “This is a really special program,” said Heather Reid, program & operations coordinator…
Local entrepreneurs open new space
By Vivian Collings Two Haliburton businesses, Organic Times Emporium and Rowan and Oak Co., opened the doors to their new space at 5167 County Road 21, just beside Industrial Park Road in Haliburton, on Wednesday,…
Robinson’s closed for now
By Emily Stonehouse The historic Robinson’s General Store in Dorset has closed its doors temporarily. As of Jan. 8 at 5 p.m., a sign appeared on the front door of the store, letting customers know…
Haliburton Forest envisions a prosperous future
By Vivian Collings The energy and excitement of the standing-room-only presentation made by Haliburton Forest and Wildlife Reserve’s managing director Malcolm Cockwell on Jan. 11 about the future of the Forest was palpable. Winter coats…
Turning the wheels on wellness
By Emily Stonehouse Sometimes, the first step is the most important one to take. Other times, it’s the hopping, skipping, stumbling, and jumping that makes the journey worthwhile. For Shay Hutchings and Sarah Comer, their…
County Tourism interested in your voice
By Emily StonehouseThe Haliburton County Tourism Department wants to hear your voice. Led by manager of tourism, Tracie Bertrand, they have launched their first annual Resident Sentiment Survey (RSS). “We need to know whether we…
Feds announce money for Indigenous business development
By James Matthews Digital literacy in business is crucial for success in today’s marketplace. To that end, the federal government announced a cash infusion Nov. 25 in Lindsay to help rural, remote, and Indigenous entrepreneurs…
Thieves make off with catalytic converters
By James Matthews Police are investigating the theft of as many as 11 catalytic converters from cars parked on a local dealership lot. OPP from the Haliburton Highlands detachment responded to a call Nov. 29…
It’s Ladies’ Shopping Night in Haliburton
By Jerelyn Craden Back by popular demand, the Haliburton BIA Ladies’ Shopping Night is about to give Santa some competition. On Thursday, Dec. 8, from 5 to 8 p.m. ladies are invited to step out…
Lunch is On Us brings full bellies and…
Warmth, smiles and full bellies; that is what the SIRCH Bistro was filled with on Nov. 2 for the kick off of Lunch Is On Us. A program that provides a pay-by-donation, hot and nutritious…
Environmentalist clarifies condo developer’s claims about DFO
By James Matthews (Local Journalism Initiative reporter) The founder of a local environmental group believes the proponent of a Grass Lake condo development misrepresented support from the Department of Fisheries and Oceans during a Dysart…
HCDC celebrates successful year at AGM
By Vivian Collings The Haliburton County Development Corporation (HCDC) has reason to be happy after meeting the goals of assisting local organizations and creating jobs to successfully give our community a boost, even through tough…
Dysart may have to absorb some Wigamog demolition…
By James Matthews (Local Journalism Initiative reporter)Municipality of Dysart et al taxpayers may end up footing some of the cost to tear down the dilapidated Wigamog Inn.The Aurora Group, owners of the Kashaganigamog Lake inn,…
Local business owners inspire through their experiences
By Grace Oborne For two years, due to the pandemic, businesses have been hit hard causing challenging obstacles, financial losses, and stress. Some have struggled to recover, but others have found light amidst the darkness.…