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Farm country, Canadian Shield…anything but “cottage country”

McGee wants to move council meetings to other city locations if elected mayor

Long time community volunteer and politician Faye McGee says the next mayor of Kawartha Lakes, along with a fresh slate of councillors, should find a different way of doing business.

Commonwell pledges half million dollars to Ross Memorial Hospital

Commonwell CEO Tim Shauf knows well the important role donors play in patient care when critical capital projects are needed in communities of this size.

Child fatality on Emily Township farm

Members of the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a death after responding to a call regarding a child stuck under a skid steer last evening in Emily Township.

Down at the boathouse

Just in Time local history series

Ninety-five years ago the world was introduced to The Hardy Boys, a series of juvenile detective stories ghostwritten by prolific Canadian journalist Leslie McFarlane (1902-1977) under the pen name Franklin W. Dixon.

Globus Theatre’s capital campaign sets the stage for long-term success

After what may have been the most challenging time of Globus’s existence, its owners are taking on the second most challenging thing they’ve ever done.

Dunn would focus on improving ‘core’ city services if elected mayor

If necessary, cost savings will come from libraries, parks, and recreation

If elected mayor, four-term councillor Pat Dunn says he has a plan for Kawartha Lakes that prioritizes core city services.

More drivers needed to keep up with demand at Community Care

“When my feet hit the ground each morning, I know I have a purpose for the day, and it just brings me pure joy,” says Maureen Jarvis.