By Vivian CollingsAbbey Retreat Centre’s (ARC) new program is offering a warm embrace and comforting emotional support to people with a cancer diagnosis and the caregivers in their lives.A Warm Hug from the Highlands program…
AHFS seeking new firefighter recruits
Algonquin Highlands Fire Services (AHFS) is searching for new members.“Our goal is to bring them in in the fall, so they can try the position, and see if they like it,” said fire chief Michael…
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,…
Dimensions AH offers a different type of trip
CAO explains how the hybrid resort-treatment centre will work By Stephen PetrickPlans for a new health retreat, which has sparked much curiosity, careful planning and public relations work, due to its offer of “psychedelic” therapies,…
Weekend ATV patrols arrive at Rail Trail
By Vivian CollingsIf 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 teamed…
Legion invites public to Junk in the Trunk…
By Darren Lum Finding that special treasure (to you) is just a little more than a week away and a few kilometres out of Minden at the Royal Canadian Legion, located on Highway 35.The annual…
CanoeFM programs awarded nationally for excellence
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…
Hello and goodbye
By Darren Lum Rock legend Jimi Hendrix said, “The story of life is quicker than the wink of an eye, the story of love is hello and goodbye … until we meet again.” Sue Tiffin…
Give them our respect
By Jim Poling Sr. A friend is ill and not doing well. I’m watching her closely and, if the illness looks incurable, I will end her life.The friend is not a human, of course. She…
Land Trust AGM reveals a positive year
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…
Taking a trip down memory lane
75 years of love By Vivian CollingsThe 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…
HCDC Incubator open for businesses
By Vivian CollingsThe 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 space…
Kennisis Lake’s Art on the Dock returns
By Grade 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 insight
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…
Emergency departments remain in ‘precarious position’
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…
MH council approves surveillance cameras at landfill
By Sue Tiffin The following are brief reports of items discussed at Minden Hills council at a meeting held both in-person and virtually on June 30. Nikki Payne, manager of waste facilities, asked council…
Strong year for HHHS community programs
By Sue Tiffin Community programs provided by Haliburton Highlands Health Services in the area were popular in the past year, with some experiencing increasing volumes and complexity, to positive responses from those using the services. …
Radiothon an opportunity to support community radio
By Darren Lum Giving back to our local community radio station is just a phone call away. For the 14th year Canoe FM is hosting its Annual Radiothon fundraiser, which provides important funds, but also…
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…
Giving back: Wendy Bolt donates hair for fourth…
By Sue Tiffin Wendy Bolt devotes much of her time to volunteering in Minden. Besides being a long-time driver, taking people to medical appointments outside of town, she has also long volunteered at the Minden…
Icelandic group celebrates heritage, resiliency in Kinmount
By Sue Tiffin For 20 or so years, Gwen Sigrid Morgan has been visiting a cottage on the Burnt River, but it was in Toronto during the pandemic that she learned of a deeper connection…