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…

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…

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.…

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…

Attentiveness

By Lynda Shadbolt I’ve been writing these articles since the beginning of 2010 and have written more than 300 pieces to date. Former editor, Jenn Watt originally asked me to write about the benefits of…

It’s a matter of perspective

Flags waved across Haliburton County saying hello to another Canada Day.For many it was a long-awaited weekend with family, friends and the optimism for summer, which brings promise of swimming and picnics at the beach…

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…