Andrew Mendler

Andrew is Vista Radio's Cottage Country New Director, who manages news in Haliburton, Muskoka and Parry Sound. He was born in London, raised in Tillsonburg and has lived in Belleville, Huntsville, Midland and Bonnyville, Alberta. He currently resides in Parry Sound with his fiancé, two step kids, dog and two cats. After graduating Loyalist College, Andrew worked as a newspaper reporter for over a decade, before transitioning to broadcasting in 2023. If you have a news tip you'd like to share, email Andrew at amendler@vistaradio.ca.
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Minden Hills looking to revive Lochlin Community Centre

Township of Minden Hills Andrew Mendler -
The facility has been closed since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Province hosting Disaster Recovery Assistance program info session

Township of Minden Hills Andrew Mendler -
The province activated the program last month for specific areas of Minden Village impacted by flood damage not covered by insurance.

Sidewalk construction to begin in Minden Village week of Oct. 13

Township of Minden Hills Andrew Mendler -
The project, which will repair sidewalks and improve accessibility in the village core, is expected to take three weeks.

Miden Hills residents can cast a ballot as of Oct. 10.

Township of Minden Hills Andrew Mendler -
Advanced in-person polls will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the S.G. Nesbitt Community Centre.

Speed limit reduction coming to Halbiem Crescent subdivision

The Municipality of Dysart Andrew Mendler -
The speed limit in the Haliburton by-the-lake subdivision will soon be reduced to 30 km/hr.

SIU investigation motorcycle collision in Haliburton County

Regional Andrew Mendler -
The driver of the motorcycle was airlifted to a Toronto-area trauma centre with serious injuries.

Hawk Lake log chute rehabilitation postponed due to high costs

Township of Algonquin Highlands Andrew Mendler -
According to staff, the lone qualifying bid for the project came back 200 per cent over budget. 

Portion of Minden Hills included in provincial flood assistance program

Regional Andrew Mendler -
The program is for residents, small businesses, farms and not-for-profit organizations in identified areas impacted by flood damage that is not covered by insurance.

Broadband internet initiative taking place in Highlands East

Regional Andrew Mendler -
Officials say, as part of the planning and design process, residents may notice Cyient and Bell vehicles and personnel in the area.

OPP lay murder charges in connection with 2024 homicide investigation

OPP Andrew Mendler -
As a result of an investigation, an 81-year-old Peterborough man has been charged with second degree murder, and indignity to a human body.

Lakelands Public Health hires new associate medical officer of health

Health Care Andrew Mendler -
Dr. Maxwell Tran has joined the local health unit and will work alongside Medical Officer of Health Dr. Thomas Piggott.

Hike Haliburton set to run Sept. 17 to 20

Regional Andrew Mendler -
The four-day event allows residents and visitors to explore the trails, lakes and forests of the Haliburton Highlands through a wide variety of guided hikes.

Large portion of Haliburton County to be without hydro Sept. 20

Regional Andrew Mendler -
The outage will stretch from Kennisis Lake, through West Guildford and the Village of Haliburton, down to Gooderham.

CMHA Ontario launches resource to support municipal candidates  

Health Care Andrew Mendler -
Along with wellness tips and practical information, officials say The Briefing Room will help municipal candidates understand how they can take action and where broader provincial and federal support is needed.

Ontario Parks fall colours report now updating daily

Regional Andrew Mendler -
The report will be updated daily with leaf colour changes from parks all across the province.

Haliburton Rotary launches ‘Reach for the Sky’ fundraiser to complete Skyline Park upgrades

Community Andrew Mendler -
The five-year project, which is expected to be completed next year, is creating a more accessible, attractive and welcoming park for local residents and visitors.
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Minden Hills looking to revive Lochlin Community Centre

Township of Minden Hills
The facility has been closed since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Province hosting Disaster Recovery Assistance program info session

Township of Minden Hills
The province activated the program last month for specific areas of Minden Village impacted by flood damage not covered by insurance.

Sidewalk construction to begin in Minden Village week of Oct. 13

Township of Minden Hills
The project, which will repair sidewalks and improve accessibility in the village core, is expected to take three weeks.

Miden Hills residents can cast a ballot as of Oct. 10.

Township of Minden Hills
Advanced in-person polls will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the S.G. Nesbitt Community Centre.

Police lay charges for excessive speeding following incident in Algonquin Highlands

OPP
A 50-year-old from Eastern Ontario is facing stunt driving charges following an incident in the Algonquin Highlands on Saturday.
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