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Presenting Time and Place
Hi, I'd like to tell you a little story about two boys, about interaction, and so about society, in a microcosm. There was a little boy...

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Jul 9, 20255 min read


Critical repairs approved for Port Perry’s historic Town Hall 1873 Theatre
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard SCUGOG: Councillors recently approved a contract for urgent exterior repairs to Town Hall 1873 , in Port...
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Zephyr & Sandford News
by Pat Asling Wow, what a SUN day. As I write this, the thermometer is reading at 37C, maybe another record. I hope no one is lying in...

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Bobcaygeon, Beaverton & Lindsay News
by Patricia Dawson Bobcaygeon Farmers Market is happening on Saturday, July 12th, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. This will take place at 47...

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Epsom & Utica News
by Faye Ashton From last week's news to this week. The summer heat has really settled in over the last few days, with temperatures...

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Grand Re-Opening at Kawartha Wholesale Bakery
COLLEEN GREEN The Standard LINDSAY: Kawartha Wholesale Bakery had a great turnout for their Grand Re-Opening held on Saturday, June 28...
Colleen Green
Jul 4, 20251 min read


Brock rejects Strong Mayor powers in unanimous vote
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: Local councillors are taking a firm stand against the...
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Jul 4, 20252 min read


Kawartha Lakes Councillors side with residents on Pottinger Street sidewalk plan
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: Councillors have opted to scale back sidewalk plans for...
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Brock Council talks about industrial subdivision in Cannington
BRANDON CLARK The Standard BROCK: On Monday June 23rd, Brock Council held their weekly council session. A major topic of this session...
Brandon Clark
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Somebody’s Hero: KATVA Poker Run supports ED expansion at RMH
KIM COULTER RMH Foundation KAWARTHA LAKES: Members of the Kawartha ATV Association (KATVA) worked extra hard to prepare for their annual...

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Movement for Life: Birthday edition
by Lauren Walker I have my birthday coming up on July 2nd and I’ll be turning 39. I have no shame mentioning my age or that I’m enjoying...

Lauren Walker
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Part 2- The Journey of Perseverance My Diagnosis/ MG and Peripheral Neuropathy
by Manley Lavender Myasthenia Gravis (my-us-THEE-nee-uh GRAH-vis), sometimes called MG, is a rare autoimmune, neuromuscular condition,...

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Jul 4, 20253 min read


Ontario Celebrates the Accomplishments of Outstanding Seniors in Uxbridge area
UXBRIDGE: On Wednesday, June 25th, the Ontario government recognized 22 exceptional seniors with the 2024 Ontario Senior Achievement...
Brandon Clark
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Managing swollen feet, ankles and legs
by Tina Y. Gerber - McCurley I was leaving my granddaughter's 12th birthday party and I couldn't fit into my shoes to drive home!...
Tina Y. Gerber McCurley
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A lack of communication
by Shawn Lackie Check out the definition of the word communication and you’ll get this. “The imparting or exchanging of information and...
Shawn Lackie
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Scugog delays decision on Blackstock Arena refrigeration plant replacement
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: A decision on a major upgrade to the aging Blackstock Arena...
darryl knight
Jul 4, 20253 min read


Kawartha Lakes advances efforts to tackle housing crisis
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: At its meeting, on Tuesday, June 24th, Kawartha...
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Kawartha Lakes waives fees to support storm water disconnection from sanitary sewer system
Kawartha Lakes: At the June 24th, regular council meeting, Council approved an amendment to Building By-law 2024-219 which introduces a...

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Zephyr & Sandford News
by Pat Asling Wasn’t that a party! I am talking about the 100th birthday party for Corinne Croxall, held at the Seniors Centre on Sunday....

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Lindsay & Bobcaygeon News
by Patricia Dawson Come out to a fun summer Vendor Market happening on Saturday, July 12th. The rain date is Saturday, July 19th, from 9...

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