By Darren LumIt was less than 24-hours since the damage was committed to the dog park in Head Lake Park before it was reopened, but that was enough to raise concerns about how to discourage…
Catch the Gooderham spirit
by Chris DrostGet ready to grab your lawn chair, umbrella (for sun or rain) and your dancing shoes, because the Gooderham Music Festival is taking place on Saturday, July 30 from 10 a.m. to 9…
National radio awards recognize CanoeFM programs
By Vivian Collings Two CanoeFM radio programs are getting the recognition they deserve for their ability to showcase local talent and cultivate connection by the National Campus Radio Association (NCRA) Community Radio Awards in Broadcast…
75 years of stewardship rooted in love
By Vivian The Halls and Hawk Lakes Property Owners Association (HHLPOA) is celebrating their 75th Anniversary with a Founder’s Day event at Elvin Johnson Park at Halls Lake on Saturday, July 16.The celebration will feature…
Standing together in love and with Pride
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…
Plenty to smile about following Land Trust AGM
By Darren Lum Taking the positives from 2021 is keeping spirits high for an upcoming year after the Haliburton Highlands Land Trust annual general meeting held virtually on Thursday, June 23.Land Trust chair Shelley Hunt…
Environmentalist wins LKO Conservation Award
By Grace ObornePreserving the health of our Earth is something that we should all work towards.During a virtual, annual general meeting on June 15, Blake Parkinson was presented with the Lake Kashagawigamog Organization Conservation Award…
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…
HHHS asks patients to ‘StopCheckGo’
By Sue Tiffin Those seeking medical attention are being asked to ensure their need is serious before visiting a local emergency department.On Thursday afternoon prior to the busy holiday weekend, Haliburton Highlands Health Services launched…
County updated on cell gap project progress
By Sue TiffinConstruction has started on six of approximately 265 new tower sites, with 20 new tower builds expected to occur this year across the eastern region of the province as part of the Eastern…
Road sweeping staff recommendations coming in August
By Darren LumHarmony Road resident Mark Dennys of Haliburton presented a letter and petition with neighbours’ signatures asking to increase and move up the timeline of sweeping to clear the sand left after the winter.…
Radiothon an opportunity to support community radio
By Darren Lum Giving back to our local community radio station is just a phone call away.For the 14th year Canoe FM is hosting its Annual Radiothon fundraiser held from July 8 to 10, which…
Many swapped red for orange on July 1
By Vivian Collings While seas of people wearing red and white could be seen at numerous Canada Day celebrations across the county, many chose to stay home and wear orange to honour the people who…
Aging together as community
To the Editor, We would like to thank the 90 people who came out to support our three Aging Together As Community events in Wilberforce, Minden and Haliburton on June 22, 23 and 24. Each…
Savour sweetness of Italy on Highland Street
By Vivian CollingsTipples North is opening its doors to offer the Highlands gelato and cocktails.It’s an atypical offering in one location, especially in Haliburton County, until Tipples North started.The new business is located at 201…
Point in Time gives 1,268 local children a…
By Vivian Collings The Point in Time annual general meeting on June 21 was a night full of thanks for the staff, board members, and community members that have allowed the organization to help local…
Charity in third place in the OWRA championships
By Vivian CollingsTyler Charity took third place in the finals at the Ontario Watercross Racing Association race at the Pinestone Resort and Golf Club on Sunday, June 26. Held over two days, the race featured…
Strong year for HHHS community programs
By Sue Tiffin Community programs provided by Haliburton Highlands Health Services in the area were popular in the past year, with some experiencing increasing volumes and complexity, to positive responses from those using the services.“This…