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SPORTS
A brief history of Junior C hockey in Port Perry
by Shawn Lackie SCUGOG: In the late 60s/early 70s, a group of deep-thinking hockey minds got together and decided it was time for Port Perry to have a Junior Hockey Club. The C designation seemed to fit best, given the town's size and the fact that its opposition would, for the most part, be communities of a similar size. So off they went. In 1971, the Central Ontario Junior C Hockey circuit was formed with 6 teams taking part. After Port being granted admittance to this grou
Grade 5 students in North Durham are invited to get active
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard NORTH DURHAM: Grade 5 students across North Durham can hit the ice, make a splash at the pool, and discover new recreational activities, all for free, through the Durham Region Grade 5 Action Pass. The program offers all Grade 5 students in Durham free access to public swimming, public skating, and select drop-in programs at participating recreation facilities, including locations in Brock Township, Scugog To
Uxbridge Kinsmen Sports Wall of Fame welcomes Class of 2026
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard UXBRIDGE: A Canadian Olympic equestrian, longtime community supporters, and a standout local baseball team are among the latest inductees into the Uxbridge Kinsmen Sports Wall of Fame. The Class of 2026 was celebrated during a ceremony, at the Uxbridge Senior Centre, on Thursday, October 15th, recognizing individuals and athletes whose achievements, volunteerism and contributions have helped shape the communi
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
The Artist Within: Writing A Children's Book
by Lauren Walker As some of you know, I am a local visual artist. I've never really spoken about my other passion... writing! While it may be apparent in my weekly articles, I started writing when I was a kid. My first poem was written in grade five and over the years I've published online and have spent many years writing for the The Standard News. My next adventure allows me to marry two things I love the most. I look forward to sharing my journey to writing and illustratin
Scugog nature photo contest returns for third year
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: From wildlife and wildflowers to scenic landscapes which change with the seasons, residents have another opportunity to showcase the natural beauty of their community, through the third annual Scugog Nature Photo Contest. The Scugog Environmental & Climate Change Advisory Committee (SECCAC) is inviting photographers of all ages to submit their best images of the plants, animals, and scenery found thro
There’s no place like Sunderland for ‘The Wizard of Oz’
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Sunderland this November, as the Sunderland Lions Community Youth Theatre celebrates its 11th season with a wondrous production of The Wizard of Oz. The beloved musical classic will take audiences on a whirlwind adventure, with Dorothy and her little dog Toto, whose lives are turned upside down when a Kansas tornado sweeps them away to the Land of Oz. Hoping to find her
SHORELINES
Zephyr & Sandford News
by Pat Asling Autumn has officially arrived! Here we are in the first weekend of October, with a warmer-than-usual autumn ahead, according to weather experts! No frost as yet and flowers in full bloom! We can only hope this comes true, as even a couple of weeks make winter that much easier to bear. Oh, I know, some are eagerly looking forward to getting out the skis, snowmobiles and snowshoes and heading to the nearest slope or northern ski and skidoo trails. That’s not for m
Uxbridge, Bobcaygeon & Lindsay News
By Patricia Dawson Find family-friendly Thanksgiving weekend activities in and around Uxbridge. One is at Forsythe Family Farm, October 10th to 12th, from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. They are located at 1025 Craig Road, Uxbridge. Enjoy a classic Farm Thanksgiving celebration featuring a corn maze, wagon rides, pumpkin picking, farm animals to feed and pet, a reading trail, and children's play areas. Check the official site for current admission costs. Lindsay Farmers Market offers a
Greenbank News
by Larry Doble Thank you to all those volunteers who helped the Hall and Park Board with our annual mixed Greenbank Baseball Tournament on September 25th-27th. There was a Community Ribbon Cutting to celebrate the completion of our LED Lighting system. Members of the Toronto Blue Jays Care Foundation provided activities and prizes for many of the youngsters. Over 20 Greenbank Lions supported the event. The Lions are always looking for more men and women to join our club to pr
HEALTH, FITNESS, SENIOR LIVING COLUMNS
Dragon Flies Support Breast Cancer Care with Gift for Gold-Standard Ultrasound at RMH
KIM COULTER RMH KAWARTHA LAKES: A generous $7,500 gift from the Dragon Flies Breast Cancer Survivors’ Group will help advance breast cancer care at Ross Memorial Hospital (RMH) by supporting the expansion and modernization of ultrasound services. This high-priority ultrasound revitalization project will have a substantial impact on Ross Memorial's ultrasound capabilities, such as breast cancer screening. It also includes a state-of-the-art dedicated breast imaging workstation
New Seniors Active Living Centre coming to Sandford
by Edward White, Office of Peter Bethlenfalvy MPP, Pickering-Uxbridge UXBRIDGE: On Friday, October 2nd, MPP Bethlenfalvy and Minister Raymond Cho announced a new Seniors Active Living Centre, located in the Sandford Community Centre. This new Seniors Active Living Centre received $41,250 in annual funding. “This $41,233 investment in the Sandford Seniors Active Living Centre will help ensure local seniors have opportunities to stay active, build meaningful social connections
Scugog residents invited to learn life-saving CPR skills
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: Knowing how to respond in a medical emergency could save a life, and local residents will have two opportunities, this November, to learn potentially life-saving skills, at no cost. Two free CPR-C training sessions, approved by Scugog council and delivered by St. John Ambulance, are being offered to township residents aged 18 and older. “This is an awesome opportunity to learn these skills,” said Lisa
COVID 19 NEWS
DDSB Governance Committee to recommend rescinding COVID-19 tracking procedures
DAN CEARNS The Standard DURHAM: The Durham District School Board’s (DDSB) Governance Committee recommends rescinding their COVID-19...
DDSB to continue current COVID-19 communication practices
DAN CEARNS The Standard DURHAM: The Durham District School Board is not yet ready to rescind its COVID-19 communication practices....
COVID-19 no longer an international emergency
DAN CEARNS, The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: The World Health Organization announced, earlier this month, COVID-19 is no longer a Public...
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