By Emily Stonehouse It’s back. After a few year’s hiatus from large-scale public events, the 31st Dorset Snowball Winter Carnival will be welcoming guests from near and far on Feb. 17 and 18 this year.…
Robinson’s General Store closed for now
By Emily Stonehouse The historic Robinson’s General Store in Dorset has closed its doors temporarily. As of Jan. 8 at 5 p.m., a sign appeared on the front door of the store, letting customers know…
Moose n’ Paddle offers a year-round bite for…
By Alex Gallacher The town of Dorset is the gateway to Muskoka and Haliburton County depending on which way you’re going. Robinson’s General Store has been a landmark in Dorset for years. Located right on…
Rogers expects to build new tower in Dorset…
By Stephen Petrick A plan by Rogers Communications to build a new telecommunications tower off of Maple Ridge Drive in Dorset is still a go, after Algonquin Highlands council gave the go-ahead at its Nov.…
Library looks to lockers for service solution
By Sue Tiffin Library patrons in Algonquin Highlands are closer to having access to books once again. Residents who use libraries in that municipality have been without library services since March, due to temporary closures…