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Township of Minden Hills News 1/30/2025 3:16:42 PM

Township Seeking Members for the Property Standards Committee

 

Looking for an opportunity to serve your community or know someone who is?

The Township of Minden Hills is currently seeking resident members to serve on the Property Standards Committee for the 2024-2026 term.

The purpose of the Property Standards Committee

The Property Standards Committee hears appeals by property owners or their agents who have received an Order of The Property Standards from an Officer of the Township.

The Property Standards Committee may confirm the Property Standards Order or modify or quash the Order or extend the time for complying with the Order provided that in the opinion of the Committee, the general intent and purpose of the Property Standards By-Law are maintained.

Meetings are held on an as required basis, they are scheduled once an appeal is received. Members receive remuneration for each regular meeting attended. The Committee must hold a hearing when an Order that has been served is not satisfied with the terms and conditions of the Order.

Interested individuals are encouraged to apply by submitting a copy of their resume and a cover letter to:

Clerk’s Department
Property Standards Committee Member
Township of Minden Hills
P.O. Box 359 - 7 Milne Street
Minden, ON  K0M 2K0
or by Email

Dorset Snowball

For Immediate Release
Algonquin Highlands, Ontario
Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025
2 P.M.
Release #25-01

Dorset Snowball Winter Carnival returns Family Day Weekend

The Dorset Snowball Winter Carnival returns to the hamlet on Family Day Weekend, getting underway with a family skating party at the Dorset Ice Palace from 6 to 9 p.m. on the evening of Friday, Feb. 14. There will be music, a bonfire and hot chocolate.
On Saturday, Feb. 15, the fun gets rolling at 8:30 a.m. with a pancake breakfast at the Dorset Recreation Centre. The cost is $10 per adult and $5 per child five years old or younger. The Snowball Parade will take place along Main Street at 10:30 a.m., followed by the official opening ceremonies.
From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., a host of activities and events will include horse-drawn wagon rides, face painting, cardboard toboggan races, a hockey shootout and more. A chainsaw artist will sculpt works out of wood, and an interactive walk-through zoo will provide the opportunity to meet some new friends. The Great Canadian Lumberjacks will put on three shows throughout the day. Attendees can try out a kick-sled or take a virtual dogsled tour, while food vendors will ensure everyone stays well-fed. The event wraps up with Hockey Night in Dorset starting at 6 p.m.
Admission to Snowball is $5. Pre-registration is required to take part in the parade, hockey shootout and cardboard toboggan races. Call 705-766-9968 or visit www.algonquinhighlands.ca to register.

Driver Arrested for Impaired Driving After Being Found In Care and Control of a Motor Vehicle

FROM/DE: Haliburton Highlands Detachment                           DATE: January 27, 2025

DRIVER ARRESTED FOR IMPAIRED DRIVING AFTER BEING FOUND IN CARE AND CONTROL OF A MOTOR VEHICLE      

 

(HALIBURTON COUNTY, ON) - On January 23, 2025, at approximately 11:44 p.m., officers from the Haliburton Highlands Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a call for service in Highlands East Township.

Officers arrived at the location and found a driver in his vehicle with the engine running. After engaging in conversation with the driver, officers initiated an investigation into impaired driving.

As a result of the investigation, 39-year-old, Matthew REIL, was arrested and subsequently charged with:

·        Failure or Refusal to comply with demand

The accused individual is scheduled to appear before Ontario Court of Justice in Minden. Their driver's licence was suspended for 90 days.

The Haliburton Highlands OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please call the Haliburton Highlands OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or please visit Crime Stoppers at www.khcrimestoppers.ca or call 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Media Contact:

Provincial Constable Rob Adams

Media Relations Officer

Haliburton Highlands

(705) 528-9417

Ontario’s New Collision Reporting Threshold

Ontario's New Collision Reporting Threshold

The most notable change is the increase in the damage threshold for reporting collisions. Previously, drivers were required to report any collision to the police if the total damage to a vehicle exceeded $2,000. This has now been raised to $5,000. This adjustment aims to reduce administrative burdens on both drivers and law enforcement, acknowledging the rising costs associated with vehicle repairs and the inflation of property values.

 

When to Report a Collision to Police

  • You must report the collision to the police if the total damage exceeds $5,000, if there are injuries, if public property is damaged, or if a criminal act like impaired driving is suspected.
  • Even if the damage falls below the $5,000 mark, exchange information with all parties involved, including names, addresses, phone numbers, license numbers, and insurance details.

Immediate Actions After an Accident

The general process after an accident hasn't changed, but it's critical to keep the procedure in mind:

  • Stay Safe:  Ensure everyone's safety first. If safe, move the vehicles out of traffic, turn on hazard lights, and if possible, set up flares or other warning signals.
  • Exchange Information:  Regardless of the damage amount, exchanging information with the other party(ies) is essential. This includes insurance, vehicle information, and personal details.
  • Police Notification:  You must involve the police to investigate if the collision involves personal injury, death, involves a pedestrian/cyclist, any criminal activity, a vehicle transporting dangerous goods, damage to public property, an uncooperative driver, or a train/light rail vehicle. For less severe incidents, you have 24 hours to report to a Collision Reporting Centre.
  • Visit a Collision Reporting Centre:  If the damage appears above the new $5,000 threshold, visit a Collision Reporting Centre within 24 hours rather than calling the police to the scene, or;

 

News from the Township of Minden Hills

Township of Minden Hills News 1/24/2025 3:00:00 PM

Media Release 25-09 Dawson Hamilton Outdoor Memorial Rink – Opens January 25th

 

For Immediate Release
Minden, Ontario
Friday, January 24, 2025
3:00 PM
Release #25-09

Subject: Dawson Hamilton Outdoor Memorial Rink – Opens January 25th

The Township of Minden Hills wishes to advise that the Dawson Hamilton Outdoor Memorial Rink will be open starting Saturday, January 25, 2025. The outdoor rink is located on the lower baseball diamond behind SG Nesbitt Memorial Arena, there is no admission fee to use the rink. Rink is subject to weather conditions and the following rules.

Dawson Hamilton Memorial Outdoor Rink Rules

  • The ice area is for skating only; no sticks, pucks or other equipment will be permitted;
  • Strollers are not permitted on the ice surface;
  • CSA approved helmets are strongly recommended for all skaters;
  • Skaters are encouraged to skate at a sensible and safe speed in the same direction as other skaters at all times;
  • All participants must be wearing skates while on the ice surface;
  • Speed skating, figure skating, backward skating, participation in horseplay, skating games, and carrying children while on the ice will not be permitted;
  • Do not visit parks and outdoor ice rinks if you are not feeling well;
  • The Dawson Hamilton Memorial Outdoor rink is self regulated and the Township of Minden Hills is not responsible for any injury, loss or damage caused by the use of the outdoor rink. Use at own risk. 

Assumption of Risk

Skaters and spectators are deemed to have knowledge of and assume the inherent risks including, but not limited to:

  • Injuries from collisions or contact with other individuals on the ice surface;
  • Injuries from falls.

For questions regarding the outdoor rink, please contact the Community Services Department at 705-286-1260 x 554. For more information, visit the Township of Minden Hills website at www.mindenhills.ca.

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Haliburton OPP Respond to Multiple Thefts from Vehicles

FROM/DE: Haliburton Highlands Detachment                           DATE: January 21, 2025

HALIBURTON OPP RESPOND TO MULTIPLE THEFTS FROM VEHICLES

 

(HALIBURTON COUNTY, ON) - The Haliburton Highlands Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is currently investigating multiple thefts from vehicles in the Township of Minden Hills.

On the 17th of January 2025 the Haliburton OPP responded to numerous calls reporting thefts from vehicles that had occurred overnight. Suspects entered vehicles in the areas of Ritchie Falls Road and Sedgwick Road in the Township of Minden Hills. Suspects entered the vehicles and had stolen numerous items from the unlocked vehicles.

Haliburton OPP is asking residents in these areas of Ritchie Falls Road and Sedgwick Road to check their security cameras for any suspicious activity and report it to police.

Vehicle owners are reminded to always lock your vehicles and close the windows. Unlocked vehicles, and vehicles with valuables visible are the first vehicles targeted. Perpetrators incur more risk of being observed, being identified and getting caught if they are forced to physically break into vehicles.

Members of the Haliburton OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-822-8457 (TIPS) or www.khcrimestoppers.com.

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Media Contact:

Provincial Constable Rob Adams

Media Relations Officer

Haliburton Highlands

(705) 528-9417

robert.g.adams@opp.ca