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County of Haliburton wins award for Hike Haliburton Festival
The County of Haliburton has much to celebrate, as they were recently named the recipient of an award for Hike
Haliburton by Festivals and Events Ontario.
The provincial organization named Hike Haliburton as one of the top 100 Festivals in Ontario at an awards gala held on
February 28, 2024. Hike Haliburton was included in a list of outstanding events that excel within the industry.
“Submissions from FEO members were received for consideration in the fall of 2023 and were judged by an independent
panel of judges. Festivals and events of all kinds from every corner of Ontario were represented in the submissions –
from community festivals to internationally recognized events,” read a press release issued by Festival and Events
Ontario.
Hike Haliburton is a free, bi-annual event held in Winter and Fall, across Haliburton County. The fall edition was
established 20 years ago, as a way to promote the vast network of hiking trails across the county. The event is organized
by the County’s Tourism department, and hikes are guided by local volunteers. The multi-day event attracts visitors from
across Ontario, as well as local residents, who can participate in various levels of hikes, either on foot or snowshoes. Last
year’s festivals had a total of 910 participants combined.
Haliburton County Warden Liz Danielsen was pleased by the award bestowed upon Hike Haliburton by FEO and
acknowledged the work and efforts that take place behind the scenes to execute such an event.
“We are fortunate to have breathtaking scenery and trails in Haliburton County and Hike Haliburton is a chance to
explore our backyard and natural surroundings,” said the Warden. “I am pleased the County was recognized for
executing a well-organized event that draws visitors to our area to enjoy all that we have to offer. I wish to thank the
staff and all the volunteers who contribute to making the festivals a success.”
The award was presented to the County of Haliburton at the IMAGINE 2024 Festivals & Events Ontario Conference, held
in Niagara Falls. Tourism Assistant Eric Casper was on hand to accept the award on behalf of the County.
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For more information please contact:
Liz Danielsen
Warden, County of Haliburton
ldanielsen@algonquinhighlands.ca
Minden Hills – Ice Safety
Media Release 24-22 Ice Safety
For Immediate Release
Minden, ON.
Friday March 15, 2024
4:30 p.m.
Release #24-22
SUBJECT: Ice Safety
Don’t forget about ice safety!
The Minden Hills Fire Department responded to an Ice/Water Rescue call on March 15, 2024,
due to the efforts of well trained and equipped Firefighters the situation was quickly brought
under control and fire crews successfully rescued one adult and a dog from the water.
Due to inconsistent and unseasonably warm temperatures over the past couple of weeks,
Minden Hills Fire Department urges residents and visitors to be particularly vigilant around
ice on bodies of water and moving water during this time. The ice is not safe.
Parents and guardians are advised to remind children about ice safety. When ice conditions
are dangerous, children should be directed to stay clear of open waters, creeks, and rivers.
We would also like to remind folks to try your best to keep pets away from the water/ice
during this time.
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Robert Thibert, Acting Fire Chief
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Minden Hills – Declaration of a Significant Weather Event
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For Immediate Release
Minden, ON
Friday March 8, 2024
5:00pm
Release #24-20
Subject: Declaration of a Significant Weather Event
In response to a major rainfall warning in effect in our area, the Township of Minden Hills has declared a Significant Weather Event at 5:00 p.m. local time that will impact travel and services throughout the municipality. This declaration is made pursuant to Ontario Regulation 239/02, Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways.
The declaration may change how or when the municipality performs its maintenance operations and may increase the amount of time to bring the roads back to a state of repair. The Township of Minden Hills is advising residents to use caution on restricted access roads, and if you must travel, please use extreme caution as the municipality may not be able to meet its maintenance standards for roads due to heavy rains and spring freeze/thaw cycles.
All municipal buildings will remain open as per regular schedules.
Municipal Staff would like to thank the residents and businesses for their understanding and cooperation on this matter.
The Township of Minden Hills will provide updates when the significant weather event has ended.
Please see the full rainfall warning from Environment Canada below.
1:18 PM EST Friday 8 March 2024
Significant rainfall expected tonight through Saturday. The frozen ground has a reduced ability to absorb this rainfall. This rainfall warning replaces the special weather statement previously in effect. Hazard: Rainfall amounts of 20 to 40 mm.
Timing: Tonight through Saturday.
Discussion: Rain will progress northeastward into the area this evening, and will continue through Saturday before tapering off late in the day. The heaviest rainfall is most likely tonight into Saturday morning.
For information concerning flooding, please consult your local Conservation Authority or Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry office.
Visit Ontario.ca/floods for the latest details. Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. Localized flooding in low-lying areas is possible. Please
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continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to ONstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #ONStorm.
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News from the OPP
HALIBURTON HIGHLANDS OPP CHARGE TWO DRIVERS TRAVELLING IN WRONG LANE
(HALIBURTON COUNTY, ON) - Haliburton Highlands Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two drivers, that had been travelling in the wrong lane, in two separate incidents in the last week.
On March 1, 2024, shortly before 10:00 pm, Haliburton Highlands OPP stopped a passenger vehicle that had been driving in the oncoming lane towards a police cruiser on Bobcaygeon Road in Minden.
As a result of the investigation, a 35 year old woman from Peterborough was charged with:
· Operation while impaired-alcohol
· Operation while impaired-blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).
The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Minden on April 3, 2024.
On March 5, 2024, shortly before 7:00 pm, Haliburton Highlands OPP, stopped a passenger vehicle driving in the oncoming lane on County Road 21 in the Municipality of Dysart et al.
An investigation was commenced and as a result, a 60 year old man from St. Catharines was charged with: