By Stephen PetrickSigns saying “Don’t Privatize our Public Health Care” will likely pop up on some Haliburton County lawns, ahead of the June 2 Ontario election. The signs are the work of the Ontario Health Coalition…
Rotary Club getting free bike share program rolling
By Stephen PetrickWheels are in motion for a new bike share program for Haliburton County.The program, led by the Rotary Club of Haliburton, would provide free access to bicycles for anyone 18 and older.The bikes…
Take an artistic journey of faith and inspiration
Stations of the Cross tour showcases inspiring Easter-themed artBy Stephen Petrick A new event that sprung up in some of the world’s finest cities last Easter is continuing – and Haliburton County’s spiritual community continues…
Glen Dart would be proud
By Darren LumA legacy of Haliburton hockey history carries forward with next generationThere’s a certain kind of symmetry to it all for the Dart family, who saw three generations of representation in the hockey tournament…
Nichols shares insights into youth, housing precarity and…
By Sue TiffinDr. Naomi Nichols, Canada Research Chair in Community-Partnered Social Justice and a sociology professor at Trent University, was the key speaker at the 31st Celebration of Research held virtually on March 26.Nichols said…
2022 federal budget pledges housing support
By staff This year's 2022 federal budget is promising more opportunities to buy a house, with a little more than $10 billion for housing-related initiatives, which is a third of all new spending, as presented…
Health care coalition spreading antiprivatization message before election
By Stephen PetrickSigns saying “Don’t Privatize our Public Health Care” will likely pop up on some Haliburton County lawns, ahead of the June 2 Ontario election. The signs are the work of the Ontario Health Coalition…
OPP investigating truck theft
Members of the Haliburton Highlands Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a report of a stolen vehicle in the Township of Dysart et al. Today (on April 5), a white 2015 Nissan…
Health unit reports first influenza case in two…
The following are brief reports from a Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District (HKPRD) health unit press conference held virtually on March 23 with medical officer of health Dr. Natalie Bocking and a press release issued…
Keeping climate change crisis upfront
By Darren Lum A cool wind, with falling snow did little to diminish the heat from the fervor expressed by protesters, who gathered at the locomotive landmark in Haliburton last Friday to take a stand…
Making Dreams Come True invites requests
By Darren Lum Finding that perfect formal ensemble for the upcoming graduation this year is closer than you think.After eight years, the Make Dreams Come True initiative continues to be a service for anyone interested…
‘Anxious, a little unsure, but still hopeful’: TLDSB…
The following are brief reports from a Trillium Lakelands District School Board meeting held both in person and virtually on March 22. By Sue Tiffin “It is good to be back in person,” said Wes…
Library offers mileage rate increase to employees to…
The following are brief reports of items discussed during a March 16 meeting of the Haliburton County Public Library board. By Sue Tiffin The rising cost of gas is leaving mileage rates in the dust.…
County council plans May 11 return to in-person…
The following are brief reports of items discussed during a March 23 committee of the whole meeting and recommended to be approved by county council. By Sue Tiffin With all provincial restrictions related to COVID-19…
Open your heart to connection, helping
OPP officer’s actions worthy of award nomination by Police Association’sBy Darren Lum There are heroes among us and sometimes they’re given the recognition they don’t want, but deserve.Haliburton Highlands OPP sergeant Paul McDonald was recently…
A.P.E. Training offers Haliburton County option
By Stephen Petrick A Haliburton Highlands Secondary School graduate is raising the bar for fitness and high-performance training with a plan for a new larger location a short drive away in Minden.Owen Flood, who graduated…
OJHL playoffs explained
By Alex Gallacher The playoff format for the 2022 Nutrafarms OJHL Championship Series has been announced. A four round playoff format will see the winner of the Buckland Cup head directly to Estevan, Saskatchewan to…
Creativity on cellphone central to new book of…
County Life contributor Deborah J. Reed compiles poems for bookLocal resident, Deborah J. Reed, has called Haliburton home for the last five years. Retirement from big city teaching and being directly near woods and sky…
OPP seek assistance for missing man
Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are asking the public for assistance in locating a missing male. The missing male is Robert Ladouceur. He is 50 years-old and is…
Sunday Ramblers embark on new season
Submitted by Pamela Marsales It was bitter cold on Sunday, March 27. But there was warmth in the people from the joy of rambling again during the first Friends of the Rail Trail Sunday Ramble…
Annual service plan approved with $3M increase to…
By Sue TiffinAn overall increase of $3,634,196 to the previously approved Sept. 2021 budget was brought to the board of health by Dr. Natalie Bocking.The annual service plan has to be submitted to the Ministry…