January - 2023

Professional Snowcross Racers return to the City of Kawartha Lakes January 28th-29th

The Standard

Jan 27
1 min

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 compete at the “FXR Kawartha Cup” Snowcross event at Lindsay Exhibition. Snowcross Racing – Fun for the whole family Snowcross racing is a family sport, there are (22) racing classes of competition starting with a kid’s division for 4 to 10-year-olds racing on miniature snowmobiles, classes for Novice kids, Juniors Boys & Girls, Trail Sport class

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Port Perry Lumberjacks riding a three game losing streak

Dan Cearns

Jan 27
2 min

Port Perry Lumberjacks riding a three game losing streak

DAN CEARNS, The Standard SCUGOG: The Port Perry Lumberjacks are now on a three-game losing streak after being defeated in both of their weekend contests. The Lumberjacks opened the weekend on Friday, January 20th in Uxbridge against the Bruins. Over four and a half minutes into the first period, Jacob Sharpe scored, giving Port Perry an early 1-0 lead. But, just 106 seconds later, the Bruins put the puck past goaltender Gavin Bradt, knotting the game up at 1-1. The Bruins wou

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Pandemic not over yet, according to the HKPR medical officer of health

Dan Cearns

Jan 27
1 min

Pandemic not over yet, according to the HKPR medical officer of health

DAN CEARNS, The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: Despite many governments and organizations switching their focus over to pandemic recovery, Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit’s (HKPR) top doctor is stressing this is not the end of the pandemic. “The pandemic, despite our best wishes, is not over,” local Medical Officer of Health Dr. Natalie Bocking said, at the first HKPR meeting of 2023 on Thursday, January 19th. She added, “we can’t say COVID-19 is gone,” and st

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How farmers can strengthen their business amidst economic uncertainty

The Standard

Jan 27
1 min

How farmers can strengthen their business amidst economic uncertainty

(NC) From labour shortages and fluctuating commodities prices to evolving environmental risks, Canadian farmers continue to operate amid highly disruptive conditions. When looking to 2023 and beyond, how can agricultural producers continue to adapt and grow within this environment? According to a recent Agriculture poll, the majority of owners and operators are prioritizing: 1. The cultivation of a strong agricultural network to tap into for advice, 2. the recruitment of skil

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Scugog staff thanked for their winter efforts

The Standard

Jan 27
1 min

Scugog staff thanked for their winter efforts

DAN CEARNS, The Standard SCUGOG: The Township of Scugog thanked their staff for their work during the snowstorm over the 2022 Christmas holidays during a meeting on Monday, January 23rd. “I’d like to take this time to thank our Public Works staff who continue to show their dedication to the Township by working extra time, early in the morning and [on] weekends and holidays, especially this past Christmas. They were working on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day to make sure we co

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The Standard

Jan 26
2 min

The Eppel Family: Building innovation and boosting communities

OntarioTech University DURHAM: Jeno Eppel, past President of EHC Global, and his family, made a generous gift in 2020 to support Ontario Tech University. In recognition of their significant contribution, valued at $540,000, the Eppel Family Technology-Enhanced Learning Studio in Shawenjigewining Hall was officially unveiled, on January 16th, 2023. “This generous gift, from Jeno Eppel and his family, will continue to inspire our students’ entrepreneurial spirit while reinforci

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The Standard

Jan 26
2 min

Falls Prevention Tips for Seniors

SUSAN FISHER & TAMMY ADAMS, Special to The Standard Falls are a major issue for seniors, as they are the leading cause of physical injuries among older adults. One in four seniors will experience a fall each year, which can lead to serious health issues, such as broken bones, head trauma, and decreased mobility. It is important for seniors to take proactive steps to prevent falls in their homes, as falls can sometimes be life-threatening. When it comes to preventing falls, th

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Lauren Walker

Jan 26
2 min

THE ARTIST WITHIN

A column by Lauren Walker I want to thank so many people for the success of my display, at the Kent Farndale Gallery, this month. It will continue to be up until the end of January. First, I was truly blown away by how many people attended my opening reception on January 7th. I was truly overwhelmed by the outpouring of support. Thank you to Amy Caughlin, of the Scugog Memorial Library, for helping me learn the ins and outs of the gallery. The gallery space is beautiful and a

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Colleen Green

Jan 26
1 min

Letter to the Editor

It was reported last year that the Township of Scugog had a surplus of 1.3 million dollars in its 2022 budget. I checked with the Treasurer, and this was a combination of projects coming in under budget and income exceeding expectations, and at the request of council, the funds have been transferred into reserve accounts. The problem is that municipal budgets and financial statements are a quagmire of smoke and mirrors making it difficult to see where the money goes. Alternat

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Colleen Green

Jan 26
1 min

Open Letter to the Editor: PP Scouts

This Scouting year 1st Port Perry Scouts are celebrating 100 years of Scouting. While the uniform has changed, over the last 100 years, and the all male membership has become fully co-ed, the Scouting values have not. 1st Port Perry Scouts are still hiking and camping, while following the scout mottos of Sharing, Sharing, Sharing, Doing Our Best, Being Prepared, Taking on Challenges and Going Beyond. In celebration of 100 years of Scouting, 1st Port Perry Scouts will be doing

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Jonathan van Bilsen

Jan 26
2 min

Stand up for Old People

Quite often, we pick up newspapers and magazines or turn on the television and hear about scammers taking advantage of seniors. How they were duped out of their fortunes, how they gullibly stepped into a fraud, or how they were maliciously swindled. I think it is time to set the record straight because the message I keep hearing is seniors are susceptible, naive and very technologically challenged. This is about as far from the truth as anything can be. I have many friends wh

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The Standard

Jan 26
3 min

ZEPHYR & SANDFORD by Pat Asling

Well, another week of clouds and above-normal temperatures, whatever that may be these days, with only those two beautiful days of sun in weeks of gloom, it seems. It reminded me of an old song, sung by Bing Crosby, and probably others: Wait Til the Sun Shines Nellie Wait 'till the sun shines, Nellie Wait 'till the sun shines, Nellie, By and by Wait 'till the sun shines, Nellie And the clouds go a-drifting by We will be happy, Nellie, Don't you cry! Of course, we can only hop

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37-year-old charged in Uxbridge homicide

Dan Cearns

Jan 26
1 min

37-year-old charged in Uxbridge homicide

DAN CEARNS, The Standard UXBRIDGE: The Durham Regional Police (DRPS) have charged one suspect with Second Degree Murder, following Durham Region’s first homicide of 2023, in Uxbridge. According to the local police service, a stabbing occurred on Thursday, January 12th, at about 8:55 a.m., at “a residence on Allbright Road in Uxbridge.” “Officers arrived and received information that a 66-year-old male had been stabbed, at this residence, by a known suspect. Police located the

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Courtney McClure

Jan 26
2 min

What is The Importance of Winter Maintenance?

COURTNEY McCLURE, The Standard SCUGOG: Harsher weather can happen at any time, so it’s best to be prepared. That’s why the Township of Scugog tries their best to stay on top of winter road maintenance. “We have the best staff.” said the director of public works and services, Carol Coleman. According to Ms. Coleman, the public works team continues their great work through weekends and many holidays. For example, staff were out on the roads in December, on Christmas Eve and Chr

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Durham police investigating a new threat to Uxbridge Secondary School

Dan Cearns

Jan 26
2 min

Durham police investigating a new threat to Uxbridge Secondary School

DAN CEARNS, The Standard UXBRIDGE: The Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS) continues to investigate threats to Uxbridge Secondary School. In a Twitter post on Thursday, January 19th, DRPS’ North Division stated they visited the school that morning “to investigate a threat made on social media.” A DRPS spokesperson confirmed this threat is “still under investigation.” This isn’t the first time a threat has been investigated at the school. On Thursday, January 5th, the DRPS a

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What Is myDurham 311 and How Does It Work?

Courtney McClure

Jan 26
1 min

What Is myDurham 311 and How Does It Work?

COURTNEY McCLURE, The Standard NORTH DURHAM: Durham Region residents can now call 311 and receive information related to multiple non-emergency services across Durham Region. By calling 311, residents will be connected with “myDurham” 311 contact centre. From there, the staff will help residents find the information they are looking for about Durham Region. If you are outside the Durham Region boundary, you can call the toll-free number, at 1-800-372-1102. Customers can call

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De-stigmatizing debt and helping clients rebuild their worth and thrive

The Standard

Jan 26
2 min

De-stigmatizing debt and helping clients rebuild their worth and thrive

Terance Brouse, MAVERICK TORONTO (GLOBE NEWSWIRE): Licensed Insolvency Trustees, Bromwich+Smith, today said November 2022 saw the highest number of Canadian insolvencies since March 2020 (the month of the widespread COVID-19 lockdowns, and the announcement of the initial CERB aid package). The numbers were just released by the Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy. Bromwich+Smith, which supports Canadians with debt relief options such as consumer proposals and bankruptcy

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25th Annual Port Perry Winter Antique & Nostalgia Show

The Standard

Jan 26
2 min

25th Annual Port Perry Winter Antique & Nostalgia Show

MARILYN PEARCE, Show Convenor, Lake Scugog Historical Society SCUGOG: On February 4th and 5th, 2023, the Port Perry Winter Antique and Nostalgia Show will celebrate its 25th Anniversary. It has been two years and many postponements since our last Winter Show and the Lake Scugog Historical Society is pleased to announce the 25th annual fundraiser will proceed. This show is always a welcome event and surely helps cope with the cabin fever we all feel by this time of year. As w

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Pandemic recovery and response to be a key focus for Kawartha Lakes council

Dan Cearns

Jan 26
1 min

Pandemic recovery and response to be a key focus for Kawartha Lakes council

DAN CEARNS, The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: The City of Kawartha Lakes will continue to focus on community pandemic recovery moving forward. At a budget meeting, on Tuesday, January 17th, CAO Ron Taylor discussed COVID-19 pandemic initiatives as part of his presentation to council. “Continued support, whether it’s economic or community supports, and how things progress in a post-pandemic state, I think is going to be a main focus of [council],” the CAO told councillors. He also

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Ontario aims at attracting healthcare workers from across Canada

Dan Cearns

Jan 26
2 min

Ontario aims at attracting healthcare workers from across Canada

DAN CEARNS, The Standard NORTH DURHAM/KAWARTHA LAKES: The Ontario government is looking to increase the province's complement of healthcare workers through legislation, to be introduced next month. At a press conference on Thursday, January 19th, Premier Doug Ford and Health Minister Sylvia Jones announced their government will introduce legislation in February which "will allow Canadian healthcare workers [who] are already registered or licensed in another Canadian jurisdict

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