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SPORTS
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
Hockey Night in Port Perry returning for third year in support of Oak Ridges Hospice
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: Hockey fans will have another chance to share the ice with some of the sport’s biggest names this autumn, while helping support compassionate end-of-life care in Durham Region. The third annual Hockey Night in Port Perry returns to Scugog Arena, on Saturday, November 21st, with NHL alumni, professional hockey players, local participants, and fans coming together for an evening of hockey and fundraisin
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
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
Up-and-coming rock band comes to Uxbridge
by Robin VanDerVleuten UXBRIDGE: NEARDAWN, an up-and-coming rock band, from Uxbridge, is eager to break into the music industry, with their unique style and musical talent. Meeting at a Voices of Youth Open Mic event, in Uxbridge, in 2024, the original members, Bennett Revesz, Ben Bowen and Liam Dziedzic (shortly joined by Kieran Pratt), recognized what a great dynamic they had on their instruments and merged to create Neardawn. Their band name, NEARDAWN, reflects the inner c
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
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
Hospital workers call for more funding, beds and staff
COLLEEN GREEN The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: On Thursday, October 8th, healthcare workers gathered outside Ross Memorial Hospital (RMH), in Lindsay, to highlight healthcare funding issues. Healthcare workers and union representatives are calling on the Ontario government to increase public hospital funding, warning: staffing shortages and limited bed capacity are contributing to burnout and delays in patient care. According to the Ontario Hospital Association, the basic cost of
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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