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All aboard for annual model train show
DARRYL KNIGHT, The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: An annual tradition since 1974, the Lindsay & District Model Railroaders (LDMR) are bringing...
The Standard
Mar 21, 20241 min read
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Mugford's Trim Shop creating upholstery excellence in Port Perry
DAN CEARNS The Standard SCUGOG: Since July of 2021, Mugford's Trim Shop in Port Perry has been offering their clients service excellence....
Dan Cearns
Feb 13, 20241 min read
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Autofest Nationals car show leaving Oshawa for Elgin Park this summer
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard UXBRIDGE: After 30 years at Lakeview Park in Oshawa, the popular Autofest Nationals car show will be heading...
darryl knight
Feb 7, 20242 min read
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Brits on the Lake returns to Port Perry on July 30
COURTNEY McCLURE The Standard SCUGOG: Get ready and rev your engines for the annual Brits on the Lake Classic Motoring Revival in...
The Standard
Jul 19, 20232 min read
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Roar by the Shores show to celebrate its 10th anniversary this year
DAN CEARNS, The Standard SCUGOG: Plans are currently underway for the 2023 Roar by the Shores Car show to return to its original format...
Dan Cearns
Jun 2, 20232 min read
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How to reduce your risk of driving distracted
The prevalence of technology has ensured that many things are competing for people's attention at any given moment. That includes when...
The Standard
May 13, 20232 min read
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Roar by the Shores show to celebrate its 10th anniversary this year
DAN CEARNS, The Standard SCUGOG: Plans are currently underway for the 2023 Roar by the Shores Car show to return to its original format...
Dan Cearns
Mar 29, 20232 min read
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Signs transmission fluid is low
Vehicles require all sorts of maintenance to operate safely and efficiently. Contrary to popular belief, motorists need not be amateur...
The Standard
Mar 9, 20232 min read
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Three simple maintenance strategies which can keep cars running longer
The last few years have not proven the most advantageous times for new car buyers. According to a recent survey, buyers paid 12.2 percent...
The Standard
Mar 9, 20232 min read
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Professional Snowcross Racers return to the City of Kawartha Lakes January 28th-29th
KAWARTHA LAKES: This weekend, January 28th to 29th, Canada’s best Snowmobile, Snow Bike and UTV racers roll into Lindsay Ontario to...
The Standard
Jan 27, 20231 min read
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Demolition Derby a highlight at Port Perry Fair
DAN CEARNS, The Standard SCUGOG: Edge Motorsports is once again bringing the demolition derby to the Port Perry Fair. The derby, back by...
Colleen Green
Sep 1, 20221 min read
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Ontario government officially removes tolls for the use of Highways 412 and 418
DAN CEARNS, The Standard NORTH DURHAM/KAWARTHA: The Ontario government has officially removed tolls from two highways. On Tuesday, April...
Colleen Green
Apr 14, 20221 min read
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Whitby Autonomous Vehicle Electric shuttle pilot conclusion
DURHAM: The Whitby Autonomous Vehicle Electric (WAVE) shuttle pilot project will conclude testing in February 2022. The project team...
Colleen Green
Feb 10, 20222 min read
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Province supports innovative projects to build cars of the future
REBECCA BOZZATO, Minister Fedeli’s Office The Ontario government is investing an additional $12 million in auto parts companies through...
Colleen Green
Dec 9, 20212 min read
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Kawartha Lakes endorses four new ATV routes
DAN CEARNS, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: While councillors heard from a number of residents...
Colleen Green
Nov 25, 20212 min read
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Four simple ways to extend the life of your vehicle
Automobiles are significant investments. The decision to spend tens of thousands of dollars on a new vehicle is not one consumer should...
Colleen Green
Oct 14, 20212 min read
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Vehicle maintenance tasks drivers don’t want to overlook
Savvy drivers recognize that maintenance is essential to keeping their vehicles running strong for years on end. Such maintenance ensures...
Colleen Green
Oct 13, 20212 min read
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How to safeguard your vehicle from the elements
In a perfect world, all vehicle owners would be able to park their cars and trucks in garages. In such a world, automobiles would not be...
Colleen Green
Sep 16, 20212 min read
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Tips before buying new tires
Though vehicles can’t function without them, few drivers think about tires until something goes wrong. A roadside flat tire or a tire...
Colleen Green
Sep 16, 20212 min read
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Mileage-based vehicle maintenance intervals
Maintenance is an essential component of responsible vehicle ownership. Routine maintenance can help discover problems before they...
Colleen Green
Sep 16, 20212 min read
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