Pandemic shows true picture of homelessness in Kawartha Lakes

Kawartha Lakes projects $10.7M operating deficit as winter costs climb

Council voted to receive a report from city staff projecting a $10.7-million deficit in its 2026 operating budget, with winter… Continue reading “Kawartha Lakes projects $10.7M operating deficit as winter costs climb”

Four people charged under the Reopening Ontario Act

Police investigate hate symbol left near Alexandra Public School

On Aug.  25, the Kawartha Lakes Police Service investigated reports of an act of mischief that was being circulated on… Continue reading “Police investigate hate symbol left near Alexandra Public School”

Other motorists assist police in locating impaired driver

Members from the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a possible impaired… Continue reading “Other motorists assist police in locating impaired driver”

Mosquito traps in Lindsay tested positive for West Nile virus

Lakelands Public Health is advising residents that ongoing mosquito surveillance across the region has identified evidence of West Nile virus… Continue reading “Mosquito traps in Lindsay tested positive for West Nile virus”

Oakwood shop owner runs in Ward 4, pledging accessible leadership and local improvements

Guru Bhat is the owner of Oakwood Groceries, and after hearing about the issues his customers want addressed in the… Continue reading “Oakwood shop owner runs in Ward 4, pledging accessible leadership and local improvements”

What the Canada-U.S. tariff war means for Kawartha Lakes

Analysis Canada and the United States failed to reach a trade agreement Friday night, triggering new 50 per cent U.S…. Continue reading “What the Canada-U.S. tariff war means for Kawartha Lakes”

Nurses face potentially higher patient loads during ‘surge’ times under leaked Ross Memorial memo

A leaked memo from an anonymous nurse at Ross Memorial Hospital seems to show the hospital’s willingness to add two… Continue reading “Nurses face potentially higher patient loads during ‘surge’ times under leaked Ross Memorial memo”