DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: Last week, Port Perry’s historic downtown was transformed into a cinematic playground, as two film productions brought crews, equipment, and excitement to the community. From October 20th to 27th, the Currie Grain Elevator, Queen Street, and the surrounding areas served as backdrops for the pilot television series Witness Protection and the returning production The Way Home. Filming included interior

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: Local history lovers and longtime residents have a new way to help celebrate the spirit of Kawartha Lakes, by sharing their own photographs which tell the story of life across the municipality. Two new photo displays are being prepared for City Hall, and organizers are asking community members, local museums, archives, and heritage groups to help bring the area’s history to life. The exhibits

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiativer Reporter for The Standard BROCK: The Brock Township Public Library is inviting residents to embark on an unforgettable adventure, without ever leaving Beaverton. National bestselling author and professional adventurer, Adam Shoalts will appear at the Beaverton Branch Public Library, on Tuesday, October 21st, from 6 to 7 p.m., sharing stories from his solo expeditions across some of Canada’s most remote wilderness regions. Mr. Shoalts

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: The Scugog Environmental & Climate Change Advisory Committee (SECCAC) is encouraging residents to grab their cameras and celebrate the natural beauty of their surroundings, through the second annual Scugog Nature Photo Contest. Open to residents of all ages and skill levels, the contest highlights the plants, animals, and scenic landscapes which make Scugog such a remarkable place to call home. Twelve

By Tracy Pastic SCUGOG: Bakersville, the Animated Gingerbread Village is returning once again to the Scugog Memorial Public Library, this December, marking the 30th Anniversary! Starting from very humble beginnings, in the Kent Farndale Gallery, in 1995, this community project has grown into one of the most popular events in Durham Region. Visitors come from all over Ontario and beyond to see this spectacular holiday presentation, with creations made by members of our communi

DARRYL KNIGHT  The Standard SCUGOG:  Spooky season is fast approaching, and the Scugog Shores Museum Village is inviting the community to...

Jesse Gillis, Lake Scugog Historical Society SCUGOG: Scugog Recreational Community Centre will once again transform into a treasure...

by Lauren Walker Well, it has been a busy autumn thus far! I’m happy my September course filled up; and my October course is just about...

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: This Saturday, September 27th, Brock Township is inviting...

UXBRIDGE: How silent were silent films? The silents of the roaring twenties may not have had speech, but they had sound. And that sound...

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: The future of the Old Cannington Hall auditorium could soon be...

Corey Johnston-Flanagan , Site Manager and Curator, Leaskdale Manse National Historic Site UXBRIDGE: The Lucy Maud Montgomery Society of...

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: The Scugog Memorial Public Library will soon sparkle with...

by Lauren Walker Have you ever wanted to learn how to paint but are not quite sure where to start? I’m an award winning local artist and...

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: The Kawartha Art Gallery recently unveiled ‘Seniors...

PAT ASLING Special to the Standard UXBRIDGE: The Foster Memorial is an amazing structure, located on the 7th of Uxbridge and Regional...

The 2025 Port Perry Fair concert will start at 8 p.m., on Sunday, August 31 st  with special guest The Steve Waters Band opening. The...

SCUGOG: Chuck’s Roadhouse Bar and Grill in Port Perry will become the centre of creative energy and country charm on Saturday, August...

UXBRIDGE: The long-running Uxbridge Art on the Fringe Festival is back again this year. Join us at the Uxbridge Historical Centre on...

by Lauren Walker I wrote an article for the “Art, Artists, Artwork” website, called “The Right Art-itude” for success. I cover all the...