By Vivian Collings The Ontario Ministry of Transportation and Municipality of Dysart public works department do not have plans to create a walkway following road rehabilitation on Highway 118 along Head Lake in Haliburton. The…
Thieves make off with catalytic converters
By James MatthewsLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter 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…
HHSS students bring cheer to their peers
By Vivian Collings During the holidays, many donate wonderful gifts to food banks for families to give to younger children. Haliburton Highlands Secondary School Interact club students want to provide teens, their peers, with the…
Local Cadets Corps give youth ‘a level playing…
By Amanda Dumcombe Lee Haliburton resident Colt Taylor says joining the longstanding 1129 Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment Army Cadet Corps in Haliburton at the age of 12 made him the adult he is today. …
Youth Nights give kids a chance to ‘just…
By Amanda Duncombe-Lee The school gym at Archie Stouffer Elementary School in Minden is a flurry of activities and laughter every Monday night. On average, about 60-70 youth from Grades 5 to 8 attend a…
Regulations for short-term rentals still in county’s sights
By James MatthewsLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter Designing rules to govern short-term property rentals in Haliburton County has proven to be an arduous task. The newly-elected county council received an update when it met Nov. 23…
Dysart council hears proposal to get rid of…
By James MatthewsLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter Giant Hogweed is an invasive plant harmful to people, and there are five patches of it in Dysart et al. Dr. Adam Gorgolewski, the research coordinator at Haliburton Forest…
Highlands East OKs roof work at pair of…
By James MatthewsLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter Town council will cover costs above budgeted amounts for repairs at two Highlands East municipal garages on Highway 118. Abby Armstrong, the town’s public works manager, urged council when…
Dysart changes load limit on Koshlong Lake Bridge
By James MatthewsLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter Dysart council hopes a change in the weight limit on Koshlong Lake Bridge will be temporary. Township bridges have to be inspected every two years. And it was through…
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…
Jolly joggers run their way through Haliburton
By David Zilstra The Jolly Jog held this past Sunday in Haliburton was once again a festive and fun event that had close to 35 adults, children and dogs enjoying a beautiful late fall morning…
Abbey Gardens Holiday Night Market: Bigger and better
By Jerelyn Craden It’s a market. It’s a Food Hub. It’s a café. An organic garden. A magical forest. A home to chickens and ponies. It’s hiking trails. Educational displays. Local businesses. It’s a caring,…
Bishop remembered for his lifelong dedication to the…
By Vivian CollingsCurry Bishop will be remembered by countless throughout the Haliburton Highlands for his devotion to bettering the community through his extensive volunteerism, his tireless work ethic, inspiring those around him to “lead by…
Highlander of the Year awarded to advocate for…
By Emily Stonehouse Robin Carmount has officially been named the Highlander of the Year at the Haliburton Highlands Chamber of Commerce Awards Gala, held this past Saturday, Nov. 19 at the Bonnie View Inn. “It…
Education workers, government agree to a tentative contract
By James MatthewsLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterEducation workers and the provincial government agreed to a down-to-the-wire tentative agreement Nov. 20 that staved off a strike that was to kick off the next day.Details of the tentative…
Hospital foundation welcomes new executive director
By James MatthewsLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterLisa Tompkins feels confident the helm of the Haliburton Highlands Health Services Foundation is in good hands under the stewardship of Melanie Klodt Wong.Tompkins spent 20 years with the foundation,…
Heat Bank raises awareness for energy poverty
By Emily StonehouseThe holidays may seem like a festive time of year for some, but for others, the onset of winter can be a cause for panic. “So many people are just feeling the crunch…
Highlands activist recognized with prestigious provincial award
By Angelica IngramLongtime community activist and Lochlin resident Bonnie Roe was recently honoured with a prestigious award from a provincial health organization for her advocacy on behalf of the elderly.In October, Roe was presented with…
Stanhope Library announces December re-opening
By Amanda Duncombe-LeeThe Stanhope branch of the Haliburton County Public Library (HCPL) will re-open to the public on Dec. 3, after being closed for over two years to undergo renovations.In 2019, with the help of…
Highlands Chamber Orchestra presents Welcome Back!
By Vivian CollingsThe Highlands Chamber Orchestra is back for a momentous 10th season concert after a long, COVID-instilled pause in gathering.The group got back together for the first time in two years last fall.“It feels…
EH! to address wetlands and politics at their…
By Clem GrobIt’s no secret that the Gull River often floods in the spring, leaving residents and business owners worried about when the next will be.A natural feature of Haliburton County can help prevent floods,…