By Sue Tiffin Three days after Chris Stephenson took on the role of CEO at Haliburton County Public Library last September, he arrived at work to encounter a rare request – for a book to…
Mask mandates lifting later this month
Ontario is lifting mask mandates for most indoor public settings as of March 21, with the remaining COVID-19 regulations to be lifted at the end of April. This news was part of an announcement made…
Dysart approves 2022 budget
By Chris DrostDysart et al council has approved a 3.8 per cent increase in the tax levy for 2022, meaning everyone will have to dig a little deeper. Residential properties will experience an $11.41 increase…
Benefits outweigh risks as restrictions lifted: MOH
The following are brief reports from a Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge district health unit press conference with medical officer of health Dr. Natalie Bocking, held virtually on Feb. 23. By Sue Tiffin When asked if…
Health unit nearly balances budget prior to new…
By Stephen PetrickThe Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District health unit will have an almost balanced budget as it moves into a new fiscal year.It’s a positive sign for an institution which bore a heavy responsibility…
Standard tests return with provincial learning plan
By Nick BernardThe following are brief reports from a meeting of the Trillium Lakelands District School Board (TLDSB) that was held virtually on Feb. 22. TLDSB is getting ready for the return of standardized tests…
Conservatives lobbying for key role in review of…
By Stephen Petrick The prime minister’s controversial invoking of the Emergencies Act has been revoked, but the scrutinizing of why it was used is about to begin – and Canada’s Official Opposition hopes to play…
Purpose
By Darren Lum Waking up everyday is a lot easier when there is a purpose.The road becomes clear. The frustrations become tolerable. The challenges become manageable.It’s the proverbial light on the horizon, which cuts an…
Canoe FM’s new Opera Night in Canada
By Jerelyn Craden“Opera Night in Canada,” (ONC) the new show on Haliburton’s volunteer community radio station, Canoe FM, was given its name by creator and host, Dawn Martens, who is on a mission to change…
Individual OJHL recognition tied to team
By Alex GallacherChristian Cicigoi and Oliver Tarr Named Warrior OJHL Players of the MonthIt’s all about the team, said Haliburton County Huskies players, Christian Cicigoi and Oliver Tarr, who were recognized for their performances to…
Huskies drop two in row, fall to Patriots…
Joe Boice scores first OJHL goal as crowd goes wild By Alex GallacherThe Haliburton County Huskies concluded their February with two straight losses coming at the hands of the Toronto Patriots and Trenton Golden Hawks…
Radon in the home is major health risk
Homeowners urged to obtain radon test kits By Chris Drost Prolonged concentrated exposure to radon is a leading cause of cancer for people in Ontario and the numbers backing it up are a sobering reminder…
Vulnerable have faced greater hardships during pandemic
By Stephen PetrickThe COVID-19 pandemic should serve as a lesson on how vulnerable populations are put at more risk than other groups when health emergencies occur.That’s the message delivered by members of the Vulnerable Sector…
Minor injuries reported after bus rear-ended on Gelert…
Adult passengers on a bus that was rear-ended by a passenger vehicle on Gelert Road this morning are reporting minor injuries. Haliburton Highlands Ontario Provincial Police are investigating the collision involving a bus and a…
Making repairs, taking strides to dream career
Student driven by HHSS co-op placement By Darren Lum Crouched between an ATV and a dirt bike at Harcourt Park Marina, Michael Rogers is exactly where he wants to be and that’s developing his skills…
Value in the eye of the beholder
By Darren Lum We never truly understand the value of something until it’s gone.There’s a well-known aphorism related to a person’s gullibility, or a lack of intellect, by saying, “If you believe that, then I…
Dysart et al approves community safety and wellbeing…
By Stephen Petrick Momentum is growing for Haliburton County’s ambitious community well-being and safety plan, after Dysart et al council approved the project at a recent meeting.County chief administrative officer Mike Rutter delivered a delegation…
Taking advocacy to long-term care minister
By Darren Lum A local advocate for improving the conditions of long-term care homes in Ontario is feeling good after a protest in front of Ontario’s Long-term Care Minister Paul Calandra’s office, which garnered news…
Cobourg and Lindsay vaccination clinics close this week
The following are brief reports from a Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge district health unit press conference held Feb. 16 with medical officer of health Dr. Natalie Bocking, and press releases distributed by the health unit.…
Red Hawks Nordic ski team back on track
By Darren Lum There won’t be any chance of regional or provincial glory this season, but there’s something more important for the Red Hawks Nordic ski team than medals and podiums … It’s a future…
Community arts workshops coming soon
The call has just gone out for Arts Council – Haliburton Highlands (ACHH) members working in the arts and crafts who have a passion for their medium, have developed their skills and would like to…