DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: Beaverton’s four-legged residents now have a new place to run, play, and socialize, following the official opening of the Township of Brock’s new municipal dog park. The dog park, located at Mill Gateway Park, 204 Simcoe St. in Beaverton, officially opened September 9th with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, attended by Brock Township Council, staff, residents, and their dogs. The new facility provides separa

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: The sights, sounds and traditions of autumn will return to Beaverton this weekend as the Beaverton Fall Fair brings two days of agriculture, entertainment, competition and community celebration to the fairgrounds. The annual fair runs on Friday, September 18th and Saturday, September 19th, offering something for visitors of all ages, from livestock and homecraft exhibits to live entertainment, children

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: For 173 years, the Sunderland Fair has brought together generations of families, farmers, volunteers, and visitors, to celebrate the agricultural traditions at the heart of the community. This September, one of Brock Township’s longest-running and most beloved traditions returns, with a theme which leaves little doubt about its rural roots: “Holy Cow, It’s Fair Time.” The 173rd Sunderland Fall Fair tak

BRANDON CLARK The Standard NORTH DURHAM: Local municipalities are once again coming together for Hunger Action Month, to raise awareness and collect food and monetary donations, to fight hunger in the community. Food insecurity doesn’t always look the way one might expect. It can affect anyone - a neighbour, coworker, senior, or a family struggling to keep up with the rising cost of everyday essentials. The need across Durham remains significant. Over 880,000 visits were made

By Patricia Dawson Friends of the Lindsay Branch will hold a book sale at the Kawartha Lakes Library in Lindsay on Tuesday, September 15th, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, September 19th, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Every Tuesday, come out to St Paul's Anglican Church, 383 Osborne Street, in Beaverton, for drumming for health on September 8th, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. This is completely free; it's a free community wellness program. All drums, world percussion instruments, and

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard NORTH DURHAM: For residents with a question about policing, a concern about their neighbourhood, or simply a desire to get to know the officers who serve their community, there will soon be an easy place to start, over a cup of coffee. Durham Regional Police Service’s (DRPS) popular 'Coffee with a Cop' initiative is returning this autumn, with North Division officers making stops at coffee shops, in Uxbridge,

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: A major investment in Brock Township’s rural road network continued recently, as crews carried out road maintenance work on four local routes. Lane restrictions began Thursday, August 27th, for the application of Flexible Asphalt Cold Technology (FACT), a self-healing road treatment, designed to help extend the life of existing road surfaces while reducing future maintenance and upkeep costs. The work

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: After a long wait, construction of Beaverton’s new Mill Gate Dog Park is set to get underway this week. Brock Township recently announced the construction was set to begin on Monday, August 24th, as crews install fencing and posts, at the long-anticipated community dog park. The work is expected to be completed by the end of August, weather and site conditions permitting. The new facility will provide

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: The race for Brock Township council is officially set, as voters face contested races for mayor, regional councillor, and every ward councillor position in the October municipal election. Nomination Day passed, on Friday, August 21st, bringing the candidate field into focus, ahead of the October 26th vote. The Township's municipal races feature 18 candidates seeking seven elected positions, while four

COLLEEN GREEN The Standard The Royal Canadian Legion is celebrating its 100th anniversary with a new commemorative $2 circulation coin honouring a century of service, remembrance and support for Canada’s veterans and military community. The Royal Canadian Mint has released the 2026 commemorative coin in recognition of the Legion’s official centennial, which marks 100 years since a special Act of Parliament incorporated the organization on July 17, 1926. The Legion traces its

DARRYL KNIGHT, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: The race for Brock Township council is taking shape, as voters are set to choose from contested fields for mayor, regional councillor, and all five ward councillor positions, in the October municipal election. With Nomination Day just around the corner, 18 candidates are currently listed for Brock Township's municipal offices, while four candidates are seeking the Durham District School Board trustee

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: A long-term plan for improvements to MacLeod Park, in Cannington, has taken another step forward, with Brock Township Council endorsing the park’s refined concept plan, at its July 27th meeting. The plan sets out a phased approach to upgrading the community park, with a focus on accessibility, safety, active recreation and environmental sustainability. Council identified three priorities for the plan:

By Patricia Dawson The 5th annual cruise and classic car and truck show takes place on Saturday, August 15th, from 12 pm to 4 pm at the Sunflower Farm located at Highway 48 and Side Road 17 in Beaverton. This event features vintage vehicles set against golden sunflower fields, accompanied by music from the second shift food trucks and local brews. Visitors and vehicle information: Vehicle check-in starts at 11:30 a.m. General admission tickets and separate vehicle registratio

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SUNDERLAND: The long-awaited return of activities to the Sunderland Memorial Arena is getting closer, as the Township of Brock now anticipates ice allocations for local user groups to begin December 7th. The major renovation project continues to make “excellent progress,” with substantial completion currently expected by the end of October, provided no further unforeseen conditions arise. The arena, originall