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Zephyr & Sandford news
by Pat Asling Another week of up and down temperatures! I only know that from looking through my kitchen window, at my exterior...
The Standard
Dec 21, 20243 min read
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Epsom & Utica news
by Faye Ashton On Friday, at 4:15 p.m., we were delighted to see the huge bright December moon rising above our calf barn. It was in...
The Standard
Dec 21, 20241 min read
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Blackstock news
by Janet Van Camp Blackstock-Nestleton United Church put on a lovely Cantata service on Sunday, followed by Souper Sunday, which were...
The Standard
Dec 21, 20241 min read
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Hospital President and CEO Kelly Isfan Retiring in 2025
Ryan Young, Communications and Public Affairs Officer, RMH KAWARTHA LAKES: Ross Memorial Hospital President and CEO Kelly Isfan will be...
The Standard
Dec 21, 20242 min read
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Kawartha Lakes Police Service Chief speaks at a chamber event
DAN CEARNS The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: New Kawartha Lakes Police Chief, Kirk Robertson spoke to the community, on several policing...
Dan Cearns
Dec 21, 20242 min read
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City Operating Grant allows BGC Kawarthas to expand Youth Services to Fenelon Falls
William McGinn, Communications & Marketing Assistant BGC Kawarthas KAWARTHA LAKES: BGC Kawarthas, formerly Boys & Girls Clubs of...
The Standard
Dec 21, 20242 min read
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Canada Post workers return to work following CIRB ruling
DAN CEARNS, The Standard DURHAM/KAWARTHA LAKES: After the postal strike was ended, because of a recommendation from the Canada...
Dan Cearns
Dec 19, 20242 min read
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The Mudmen play the Port Perry Town Hall Theatre January 3rd!
Red Plaid Productions are bringing Canada's Celtic Rock Warriors Mudmen back to The Town Hall Theatre in Port Perry, Ontario Friday,...
The Standard
Dec 19, 20242 min read
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Kawartha Lakes sees success with short-term rental licensing program
DARRYL KNIGHT, The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: At the Tuesday, December 10th council meeting, Aaron Sloan, Manager of Municipal Law...
darryl knight
Dec 19, 20242 min read
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Port Perry Lumberjacks defeat Little Britain Merchants in Wooley Toss game
DAN CEARNS, The Standard The Port Perry Lumberjacks were able to squeak out a win, against the Little Britain Merchants, in their...
Dan Cearns
Dec 19, 20242 min read
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More women in power
Canada’s federal politicians are talking a good game about the future of women’s politics, but right now, I’m not sure Canada has a lot...
Dan Cearns
Dec 19, 20242 min read
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The Standard
Dec 19, 20240 min read
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Charlie McDonald acclaimed for second term as Deputy Mayor of Kawartha Lakes
DARRYL KNIGHT, The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES : The city is celebrating the acclamation of Ward 7 Councillor Charlie McDonald as Deputy...
darryl knight
Dec 19, 20242 min read
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Tracing the Language of Christmas
The traditions of Christmas are steeped in rich history, and the words we use during this festive season reflect a remarkable journey...
Jonathan van Bilsen
Dec 19, 20242 min read
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Editorial: I got the Joy, Joy, Joy, Joy down in my heart!
This is the leading line of another celebratory song, sung about the relationship experience gained by inviting Christ in one's heart...
Todd Green
Dec 19, 20244 min read
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Brock considers updates to flag and proclamation policy
DARRYL KNIGHT, The Standard BROCK: At the Committee of the Whole meeting, on Monday, December 9th, Brock Township Council reviewed a...
darryl knight
Dec 19, 20242 min read
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Uxbridge council members comment on 'tough' Regional budget
DAN CEARNS, The Standard UXBRIDGE: Uxbridge officials are expecting some tough decisions ahead for the Region of Durham's 2025 budget. At...
Dan Cearns
Dec 19, 20241 min read
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Bakersville gingerbread village brings holiday wonder to Scugog Public Library
DARRYL KNIGHT, The Standard PORT PERRY: Every December, the Scugog Public Library transforms into a winter wonderland, with the arrival...
darryl knight
Dec 19, 20242 min read
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Those Mysterious Owls
I’ve said it before, and likely will say it again, who doesn’t like those fascinating owls? Owls rely on sight and sound to locate prey....
Geoff Carpentier
Dec 19, 20243 min read
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Public feedback highlights vision for MacLeod Park revitalization
DARRYL KNIGHT, The Standard BROCK: At the Committee of the Whole meeting, on Monday, December 9th, Wayne Ward, Director of Parks,...
darryl knight
Dec 19, 20242 min read
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