Hilary Hilton

Hilary Hilton is a news reporter based in Muskoka with a strong passion for storytelling. She brings seven years of experience to her reporting, including three years in newspaper journalism and four years as a magazine editor and writer at the University of Toronto, where she studied English Language and Literature. After spending two years living in the UK and traveling abroad, she is elated to be back in her home country. Hilary is driven by a love of writing and a belief in the power of local news to connect and strengthen communities. To share a story, email hhilton@vistaradio.ca

Author Archive

Muskoka’s Little Norway history to be featured in Norwegian documentary

Community Hilary Hilton - September 11, 2026

From Sept. 7 to 11, a Norwegian film crew shot a documentary at several locations connected to the wartime history of Norwegian airmen in Canada, including Olympia Sports Camp, Muskoka Airport, and Little Norway Park in Toronto.

Weatheradio Canada discontinued after decades of service

Weather Hilary Hilton - June 10, 2026

Operated by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), the 24-hour automated weather radio network, first introduced in the 1970s, was permanently discontinued on March 16.

Water levels continue to rise across Trent-Severn Watershed

Flooding Hilary Hilton - April 16, 2026

Excess moisture is pushing water levels higher throughout the system, and officials say flows and levels are expected to keep increasing.

MPP Laurie Scott highlights Ontario budget impact on Haliburton County

Community Hilary Hilton - April 7, 2026

Scott pointed to continued investments in healthcare, education, housing, and small business support as key highlights, noting the province is working to address growing demands across multiple sectors.