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…
Giving the gift of opportunity
By Vivian Collings We are really good at giving the gift of experiences here in the Highlands; especially to our kids and youth. That makes my heart full. It makes me really proud to live…
Closets
By Sharon Lynch He knew they were in there. The bad things, the monsters. Even after his mother checked his bedroom closet and declared it empty of anything but clothes, Jeffrey remained skeptical. Eventually, he…
Memories of Curry Bishop from Haliburton Rotary
Curry Bishop didn’t just live in Haliburton - he spent a lifetime serving Haliburton as an exemplary Rotarian for just over 59 years. Curry’s been the “Dean of the House” so to speak for Haliburton’s…
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…
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,…
The elephant in the County
By Vivian Collings I’ve started this editorial a few times, each with a different subject, a different headline.My first topics weren’t bad ideas, I’m just having a hard time ignoring the elephant in the room.I’m…
7
By Lynda Shadbolt May your love be pure like an eagleWisdom be under every stone you turnLet truth be your key to freedom and bind youTo the path that holds the light. 7, a song…
Finder of lost gloves
By Steve Galea The other day, Jenn and I stopped at the grocery store parking lot and stepped out of the car, when I suddenly realized one of my gloves was missing from my left…
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,…
Rumours of OPP detachment consolidation
By James MatthewsLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter County council has asked the four lower tier municipalities to oppose a possible consolidation of OPP detachments. County council discussed rumours during a special meeting on Nov. 9 that…
Wearing masks can alleviate strain on hospital resources:…
By James MatthewsLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter Respiratory illnesses continue to surge at the four health care facilities in the Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit’s catchment area. Dr. Nicole Bocking, the unit’s medical officer…
County creates new position to monitor lake health
By James MatthewsLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter Haliburton County has created a planning technologist position for the Lake Health Monitoring Program. Council agreed to the new administrative position Nov. 9 during a special meeting. Funding for…