Wildfire smoke blankets Haldimand as northern communities evacuate
July 23, 2026
HALDIMAND — While local residents around Haldimand and across Ontario dealt with the headaches, dry eyes, and sore throats that come with extended exposure to ...read more
Animal welfare investigation underway at Cheapside dog rescue
July 23, 2026
CHEAPSIDE—Police and provincial animal welfare inspectors removed 11 dogs and several other animals from a former dog rescue property on July 13 after concerns were ...read more
Caledonia Legion unveils 100th anniversary mural
July 23, 2026
CALEDONIA—On Friday, July 17 at 5 p.m., the public was invited to join Caledonia Legion members for the unveiling of the branch’s 100th anniversary mural.... ...read more
From Grade 7 standout to Olympic hopeful: Caledonia’s Domenic Barresi runs full steam toward his dream
July 16, 2026
CALEDONIA—Fresh off a visit to Germany competing on an international stage, Caledonia-based runner Domenic Barresi has set his sights on the 2028 Olympics as his ...read more
MCFN scores a win with FIFA World Cup celebration
July 16, 2026
By Kerry J NewsteadThe Haldimand Press CREDIT—Gooooal! On July 7, 2026 Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation (MCFN) scored big with its participation in the ...read more
New HEAR initiative aims to give rural Ontario stronger voice
July 16, 2026
HALDIMAND—Rural communities help feed, power, and sustain the province, but when governments make decisions, rural experiences are often missing from the numbers. The University of ...read more
Canada Day celebrations brings community together in Caledonia despite the heat
July 9, 2026
By Sienna Bilancia CALEDONIA—July 1, 2026 offered a Canada Day celebration at the Caledonia Fairgrounds filled with joy and cheer. The parade might have remained ...read more
Pedalling with purpose from sea to sea
July 2, 2026
CALEDONIA—From sea to shining sea, Caleb Leary is pedalling across Canada in honour of animals, adventure, and a song that would not let go. The ...read more
McKeen faces reprimand after Integrity report
July 2, 2026
HALDIMAND—A reprimand and apology recommended by Integrity Commissioner David Boghosian for Councillor Debera McKeen devolved into a stand-off between the two at a Council meeting ...read more
Developer bypasses Council, brings proposed Caledonia development directly to Ontario Land Tribunal
July 2, 2026
CALEDONIA—Micor Developments Inc. has bypassed Haldimand County’s standard staff recommendation and Council vote process, instead taking their development proposal directly to the Ontario Land Tribunal ...read more
