By Vivian Collings A recent national connectivity outage is making local organizations and businesses think about the what-ifs around a repeat situation.With service provider Rogers experiencing an outage on July 8 across the country, there…
OPP offers online buyers and sellers a safe…
By Vivian Collings Finding that safe public space for your next online purchase is only an OPP detachment away.The Haliburton Highlands OPP detachment is inviting the public to their designated “community safe zone” in their…
CanoeFM Radiothon receives $39,000 in donations
By Vivian Collings Thanks to a generous community, CanoeFM’s annual Radiothon is being heralded a success despite facing technical challenges related to the country-wide Rogers outage on the first day of the fundraiser.The 14th annual…
Haliburton County Public Library updates HE council
By Chris Drost The following are news briefs from Highlands East council’s regular council meeting held on regular council meeting on July 12.The Highlands East council is seeing the full scope of life at the…
Reliance on connectivity disconnects
By Darren Lum Walking through the woods early in the morning, it’s clear by the cacahopony of calls by birds that they can communicate as long as they have their voices.In our high tech world…
The veterinarian industry needs a check-up
A shortage of doctors to treat big farm animals is hurting Haliburton County’s agriculture sector By Stephen PetrickGodfrey Tyler is an experienced livestock farmer and knows how to take care of his animals. But he…
HCDC Incubator open for businesses
By Vivian Collings The Haliburton County Development Corporation’s (HCDC) renewed Incubator space is giving the necessary tools and support to fledgling local businesses so they can soar to success.HCDC recently refurbished their Creative Business Incubator…
Weekend ATV patrols arrive at Rail Trail
By Vivian Collings If you’re planning to use the Haliburton County Rail Trail this summer, you can expect to see orange-vested volunteer wardens on patrol.The Haliburton ATV Association (HATVA) and the County of Haliburton have…
Long-awaited Haliburton art and craft festival returns to…
By Grace Oborne Finding the full breathe of art that is inspired by the Highlands is coming to Head Lake Park this week.On Friday, July 22 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday July 23…
Opera is alive and well and is coming…
By Jerelyn Craden As rare as a warm day in February, the Highlands Opera Studio (HOS) brings the world of opera to Haliburton County, lifting our spirits and treating our eyes, ears, and hearts to…
Celebrations of life post COVID-19
The Ladies Auxiliary to Branch 624 of the Royal Canadian Legion have had the honour of serving the families of our community by providing refreshments for “Celebrations of Life” for local families (for either permanent…
OPP warn public about scam
Members of the Haliburton Highlands Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are issuing a warning and seeking the public's assistance in relation to an emergency scam investigation in Minden Hills Township. On July 14,…
Vandalism at dog park forces temporary closure
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…
Saying goodbye with gratefulness
By Sue Tiffin When I first returned to the Haliburton County Echo and Minden Times as a reporter in 2017, it had been 21 years since I had been a co-op student at the Echo…
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…