By Jenn Watt Fleming College president Maureen Adamson said she was honoured to be at the inaugural Pride flag raising at Haliburton School of Art + Design but that she wished it would have happened…
HHSS library introduces more Black-Canadian authors
By Sue Tiffin Within days of a display dedicated to works by Black-Canadians being set up in the library at Haliburton Highlands Secondary School to recognize Black History Month Brother by David Chariandry was signed…
Hospice volunteers provide care and compassion
By Darren Lum Sometimes it’s as simple as making someone a cup of tea says hospice volunteer Tina Koskelo. Koskelo is one of more than 50 dedicated volunteers who are the backbone of the hospice…
Plan addresses strong criticism of HHHS’s handling of…
By Jenn Watt A roof leak and subsequent evacuation of Highland Wood long-term care home last year which relocated residents to facilities across the region left some of those involved feeling traumatized and distrustful of…
Strikes have far-reaching impact
By Sue Tiffin Phase six of the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario job action was announced Feb. 24 offering a reprieve from strike action but noting teachers will do only their scheduled teaching and supervision…
Student painter sees opportunity in business and mentoring…
by Darren Lum Rachel Churko has undeniable energy as she talks about the growth she experienced professionally and emotionally since she started leading her crew of painters for Rachel Churko Painting Services under the Student…
Town hall seeks input on destination development
By Chad Ingram Anyone with an interest in the county’s tourism activities may wish to attend a town hall meeting at the Haliburton Legion on the evening of Tuesday March 3. The County of Haliburton…
Volunteers with a skill for fixing needed for…
Published Feb. 25 2020 Clothing small appliances old clocks bikes jewelry electronics lamps lamps and more lamps in need of some tender care are being gathered in anticipation of the second SIRCH Repair Café event…
Lunar Bloom makes top 100 for CBCspotlight contest
By Darren Lum Lunar Bloom needs your vote to win theCBC spotlight contest with their popular love song Sweater. Haliburton's connection to indie folktrio Lunar Bloom is Jocelyn Regina a well-known singing and actingtalent who…
Highlands East passes 2020 budget
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Rural connectivity should be priority: Schmale
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Concern over draft shoreline bylaw
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Eight dogs removed from Minden property
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Highlands East council plans to restrict fireworks
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State of the art equipment at heart of…
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County residents charged with drug trafficking
Sixteen people 13 of them residents of Haliburton County are facing numerous charges after a nine-month investigation targeting individuals responsible for trafficking cocaine into the Haliburton area from the Greater Toronto Area. On Jan. 30…
Flowers sculptures festivals funded in 2020 BIA budget
By Jenn Watt In the year to come the Haliburton Village Business Improvement Area or BIA will continue putting its money into the initiatives designed to liven the downtown: flower baskets sculptures winter decorations Colourfest…
‘I believe that this youth hub will save…
By Jenn Watt The importance of mental health and addictions services and a dedicated support system for Haliburton County’s youth was brought into stark relief at the official opening ceremony for the Haliburton County Youth…
More strike days as ETFO protests continue
By Chad Ingram The Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario plans to continue its job action this week that will see ETFO members in Haliburton County on picket lines on Tuesday Feb. 11 and Thursday Feb.…
Police respond to allegations of neglected dogs
Police were called to a residence in Minden Hills on Jan. 22 to investigate potential animal cruelty. According to information provided by the Haliburton Highlands OPP the allegations were of “ill treatment and poor living…
Rotaract Club to give young people chance to…
By Darren Lum Young adults in the Highlands are getting an opportunity to connect with one another and engage with the community through the newly formed Rotaract Club. The Rotaract Club is a service club…