By Jenn Watt Published Sept. 11 2018 The following are brief reports of items discussed at the Sept. 5 meeting of Highlands East council. Highlands East council will be investigating whether a parking area can…
In memory of Bob Sisson 21 years later
By Sue Tiffin Published Sept. 11 2018 When you sit front row centre at the Northern Lights Performing Arts Pavilion in Haliburton you are sitting in the chair dedicated to the memory of Bob Sisson.…
McKechnie Scott campaign for Ward 5
Walt McKechnie is looking to retain his seat as Ward 5 councillor which he’s held for two terms. McKechnie credits the experience and growth gained in his past two careers as a professional hockey player…
New marine in Haliburton offers personal touch
By Darren Lum Published Sept. 11 2018 A collection of twigs is stronger than a single twig by itself. This perspective is the reality behind the latest business venture at the former Sears Haliburton location…
Reinspections find high risk septic systems in Highlands…
Malfunctioning septic systems are being found through Highlands East’s reinspection program and so far property owners have been receptive to fixing the problems identified said Laurie Devolin chief building official at a council meeting on…
Rotary leads smoke alarm giveaway
By Darren Lum Published Sept 11 2018 A few minutes can be the difference between life and death says Haliburton fire chief Mike Iles who is applauding the Rotary Club of Haliburton for their effort…
Short-term rental bylaw on hold
By Jenn Watt Published Sept. 11 2018 Highlands East will be gathering more public input before moving forward on a short-term accommodations bylaw council decided at their meeting Sept. 5. Councillors heard plenty of opposition…
County council hears about Innisfil/Uber transit model
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Criticism for short-term rental bylaw
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Health unit providing resources for opioid addiction
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Lady Archers on target one year later
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Mirabelle the deer still awaiting release
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Nine national medals for area seniors
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Parents urged to bring concerns to teachers first
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Pianos strike a chord throughout county
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Poker run raises $1300 for Community Living
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Terry Fox Run needs a leader
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The faces at the races
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Camp Dwayne to meld music festival and camp…
By Jenn Watt Published Aug. 28 2018 After performing at Camp Timberlane over the last couple of years Toronto-based band Dwayne Gretzky and their management team got an idea: host a weekend-long music festival to…
Minden’s suffrage re-enactment
By Laurie Carmount Published Aug. 28 2018 Margaret Haile may have been the first woman to run for major elected office within the entire British Empire. She ran in Toronto North in the 1902 Ontario…
Pianist brings Stuart McLean show to Haliburton
By Angelica Ingram Published Aug. 28 2018 Stuart McLean used to ride his bike over to John Sheard’s house and the pair would talk about music and artists and enjoy a glass of wine together.…