Haliburton County Local News and Information
Staying informed about what's happening in Haliburton County is easier than ever, with a range of local media and information sources covering news, sports, politics, arts, and community events across all four municipalities.
Local Newspapers
The Haliburton County Echo has served the county as its primary newspaper for generations, covering local council decisions, community events, arts, sports, and general interest news. Available in print at local businesses and online, the Echo is essential reading for anyone who wants to follow the rhythms of county life.
The Haliburton Highlander provides additional news coverage with a focus on community stories, local government, and the people who make the Highlands such a distinctive community.
The Minden Times covers Minden Hills municipality and its communities, with local council coverage, community events, and area news.
The Kinmount Gazette serves the Kinmount area and surrounding communities in southern Minden Hills municipality.
Radio
Haliburton County is served by several radio stations that mix music with local news and community information:
- 93.5 Moose FM, Haliburton — Local top-40 and adult contemporary music with local news, weather, and community announcements
- 100.9 Canoe FM, Haliburton — Community radio serving the Haliburton Highlands with local content, interviews, and community programming
- 99.5 Moose FM, Muskoka and 105.5 Moose FM, Huntsville — Regional stations covering news across cottage country
Weather and Seasonal Information
Haliburton County's weather is highly variable — the Shield landscape creates local variations that can differ significantly from broader Ontario forecasts. Environment Canada provides detailed local forecasts for Haliburton, Minden, Wilberforce, West Guilford, Dorset, Kinmount, and Gooderham. For winter recreation planning, local ski areas and snowmobile clubs publish regular snow conditions reports.
The Environment and Climate Change Canada weather service provides the most reliable five-day forecasts for Haliburton County communities. For local airport weather conditions relevant to small aircraft and seaplane operations, Stanhope Airport publishes real-time weather data.
County and Municipal Government
Haliburton County's four municipalities each maintain websites with council information, bylaws, planning documents, and community services information. The County of Haliburton itself coordinates county-wide services including road maintenance, waste disposal, social services, and planning. Municipal elections take place every four years, with council meetings open to the public and streamed online.
Community members interested in local governance can attend public meetings, participate in planning consultations, and engage with their elected officials through municipal offices and council sessions.
Community Bulletin Boards and Online Resources
FYI Haliburton has always been a community bulletin board in the broadest sense — a place to post events, share information, find businesses, and connect with the community. The tradition of community information sharing that this site represents reflects the close-knit character of county life, where neighbours look out for one another and information flows through personal networks as much as through formal media.
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