By Emily Stonehouse Will Haliburton County go orange? It’s a question I’ve asked myself as I’ve watched the ER closure saga wage on. On May 25, Marit Stiles, the leader of the Ontario New Democratic…
Out of control
By Emily Stonehouse I am seeing people refer to the Minden ER closure as a “done deal”. This has those rallying on the front-lines bent out of shape. Yes, decisions have been made, but since…
As the waters rise
By Emily Stonehouse As I watch the waters continue to rise on the day that the township declared an official flood watch in effect, I wonder what’s next. These past few weeks have been heavy.…
Words
By Emily Stonehouse We see them all day every day. They can be big, small, fleeting, or significant. Words can make a difference. Last week, I was given the opportunity to sit in on a…
What would it take?
By Emily Stonehouse I’ve always been an early riser. The opportunity to watch the sun come up over a new day, that first cup of coffee before the rest of the house wakes up, a…
Maple magic
By Emily Stonehouse The County of Haliburton shared that they are diving head first into the world of maple. To no one’s surprise, the summer and winter seasons are taking a hit. Between unpredictable weather…
An Uphill Battle
By Emily Stonehouse March 8 is International Women’s Day. A day to celebrate everything it means to be a woman; the strength, the resilience, the power, the magic. It’s also a time to acknowledge the…
Beyond the fluff
By Emily Stonehouse You know I have to do it. It’s the only time of year I can be sappy. The great news though, is that by the time this edition is printed, all the…
Old news
By Emily Stonehouse The process of aging is guaranteed. It’s the only constant in life. Yet this society we live in does everything in its power to reverse that. Anti-aging creams. Wrinkle removers. Boxed dyes…
Can we do it alone?
By Emily Stonehouse Nearly half a million dollars for a concession stand. A hot topic in the community these days. I’ve had a series of emails, people stopping me on the street, calling my cell…
To the dreamers
By Emily Stonehouse To dream the impossible dream. That was the theme of the newspaper this week. From celebrating the memories of Canoe FM founding father Don Cameron, to an aquatic rehabilitation facility opening up…
Seen, heard, and together
By Emily Stonehouse I sleep with a notebook beside my bed. Usually, my favourite ideas slither into my groggy mind at approximately 3 a.m. I had a few ideas for this week’s editorial. Conversations around…
A year in review
By Emily Stonehouse I have read through every single Minden Times that was published in 2022. Every year, the Times and Echo produce a year in review. The highlights of our hometown, the best of…
Check on your friends
By Emily Stonehouse It’s no secret that this is the season for kindness. The concept of giving - whether it be time, money, energy, or gifts - is the centrepoint for the holidays. Last Thursday,…
Home is where the heart is
By Emily Stonehouse HELLO, MINDEN. I think I know most of you. If not, my name is Emily, and I am pleased to be stepping into the role as editor for the Minden Times. I…
Of leaders and bucklers
By James Matthews, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Leading in the best of times is difficult enough. Leading in these hard-scratch economic times takes a toll beyond my comprehension.For the best leaders, anyway.Newly minted mayors and…
Of masks, decency, and the Tory heel
By James Matthews, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Just wear the mask. It’s the decent thing to do for the people around you. Go ahead: Put it on when you venture close to or within a…
Of humbug, Jim Reeves, and how it’s suggested…
By James Matthews, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A thought or two about Christmas. I hear readers protesting: Jeez, can’t we get a little more beyond Halloween before talk of Christmas? I get it. But, the shopping…
Of government, a pandemic, and Jacks-in-boxes
By James Matthews, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter This is a level of seriousness people try to keep out of their lives. Excuse the improper formatting. It’s necessary for space and accommodating a newspaper’s column-width. [BLACK…
A step to a bright new day
By Darren Lum There’s a lot to unpack in about a 600 word editorial to say goodbye.But after almost a year of these, it’s something I’ve been told I’m good at, so here goes.Thank you.…
There’s always room for thanks
By Darren Lum Thanksgiving was on Monday, Oct. 10 and is past now, but I wish it was more than one day.Well, not the day so much as the feeling felt.Why put a limit on…