By Chris Drost The invitations have gone out to high schools in Haliburton, Bancroft, Barry’s Bay and Peterborough for the first Environmental Summit at the Algonquin Visitor Centre on March 31. The event is being…
Giving a VOICE to everyone
By Emily Stonehouse Come And Sit Together. That’s the theme of VOICE, a peer support group led by individuals with lived experiences with trauma, mental health, mood, and substance abuse issues. “A lot of humans…
Winter: ‘tis the season for water main breaks…
By James MatthewsLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter Despite a significant Boxing Day water main break, Highlands East council has faith in the Cardiff drinking water system’s integrity. During its Jan. 19 public meeting, township council heard…
Compromised culvert to be replaced in Highlands East
By James MatthewsLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter A culvert on Earles Road in Highlands East will be replaced with a concrete deck slab. Highlands East council was presented with four options during its Jan. 19 public…
Naloxone training key to ending the stigma
By Emily Stonehouse The concept of overdoses - particularly in a rural community - is often something that is pushed under the rug. Yet, while it may seem foreign to some, the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine…
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,…
Dry January
By Vivian Collings We’re a week past “Blue Monday” now; the supposed hardest day of the year. Although we were gifted with a beautiful sunny day last Monday, I understand why “Blue Monday” is in…
Tradition continues for Haliburton Highlanders
By Vivian Collings Pipes and drums have been heard echoing in the Haliburton Highlands for over 50 years, with local band members displaying the gold, red, blue, and green tartan. You can become part of…
Huskies Welcome new faces and push for playoffs
By Alex Gallacher The Haliburton County Huskies are currently sitting second in the South/East conference and third overall in the OJHL. Starting the new year with a record of 2-2-0-0, the Huskies have been making…
Students take first strides of the season
By Karen Gervais The Haliburton Highlands Secondary School Nordic ski team was finally able to make it to their first meet on Wednesday, Jan. 18 at Kawartha Nordic Ski Club - and with great results!…
Gelert resident offers aquatic sessions
By Emily Stonehouse Audrey Collins is making a splash in Gelert. Collins, an aquatic therapist originally from Quebec, has settled in the Haliburton Highlands, and is offering sessions at her pool for individuals suffering from…
The impossible dream; memories of Don Cameron
By Emily Stonehouse To dream the impossible dream To fight the unbeatable foe To bear with unbearable sorrow And to run where the brave dare not go These were the opening words for one of…
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…
Influenza instances waning, says region’s medical officer of…
By James Matthews By James MatthewsLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter Influenza in the Haliburton, Kawartha, and Pine Ridge public health region seems to be declining since its peak in December. Dr. Natalie Bocking, medical officer of…
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…
Dysart whittles down tax increase
By James MatthewsLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter Dysart Mayor Murray Fearrey believes the township is in good financial straits. Councillors were presented with the second draft of the municipal budget when it met Jan. 13. The…
Town staff outlines department priorities in HE budget…
By James MatthewsLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter Town staff provided Highlands East town council with an overview of municipal departments. The departmental snapshot described achievements over the last couple years and details about future objectives. The…
Owen Nicholls leads team to Canada Winter Games
By Vivian Collings Dreams do come true for those who put in work with passion and dedication. Haliburton Highlands Secondary School Grade 12 student Owen Nicholls knows this well after receiving the honour of representing…
Local curler sweeps towards Switzerland
By James MatthewsLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter Haliburton’s Jacob Dobson and his teammates swept their way to Switzerland. The Dobson rink went undefeated in seven outings for 120 tournament points to earn the Under-21 Canadian Junior…
Winter Hike Haliburton is ready to roll
By Emily Stonehouse The Hike Haliburton Winter Edition is ready to hit the ground running. After a hiatus due to the pandemic, the winter version of the popular community event will be hosted by the…
Warmer, wet weather closes Nordic ski trails
By James MatthewsLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter All trails maintained by the Haliburton Highlands Nordic Trails Association remain closed because of weather. The association maintains three cross-country ski trail systems. Glebe Park has 13.5 kilometres of…