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MacLeod Park plan takes shape with fresh vision and community support
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: Plans to breathe new life into Cannington’s MacLeod Park took another step forward this week, as Brock Township Council received an update on the long-discussed revision plan, at their October 14th meeting. Director of Parks, Recreation and Facilities, Wayne Ward presented the latest concept, explaining, the refreshed plan brings together feedback from residents, user groups, and regional officials w
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Oct 30, 20253 min read


Ontario Building Critical Infrastructure in the Township of Scugog
Douglas Ellis , Executive Assistant, Constituency Office of the Hon. Todd McCarthy SCUGOG: The Ontario government is investing $879,549 to help renew and rehabilitate critical infrastructure in the Township of Scugog. The funding will be delivered through the 2026 Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF), as part of the government’s more than $200 billion capital plan to protect Ontario, by building key public infrastructure which will strengthen the economy and keep wor

The Standard
Oct 24, 20252 min read


Infrastructure investment continues as Scugog reviews capital spending
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: A recent report, presented to Council on Monday, October 6th, outlined the progress being made on dozens of infrastructure projects currently underway across the Township of Scugog. Financial Accounting Supervisor, Maria Turino delivered the update as part of the 2025 Capital Project Status Report which tracks the status of all active capital initiatives. The 2025 Capital Project Status Report, cover
darryl knight
Oct 24, 20252 min read


Residents urge action to save Blackstock Arena as Council reviews options
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: Blackstock Arena, a community cornerstone since 1937, faces...
darryl knight
Oct 9, 20253 min read


Kawartha Lakes Council covers Public Library Budget Presentation
Brandon Clark The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: The City of Kawartha Lakes held their Budget Committee Meeting, on Monday, September 29th. In...
Brandon Clark
Oct 9, 20252 min read


Construction set to begin on long-awaited Animal Shelter project
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard NORTH DURHAM: A long-awaited project, to improve the lives of...
darryl knight
Oct 2, 20252 min read


Bridge and culvert report highlights infrastructure challenges for Brock Township
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: Council received a detailed update on the state of local...
darryl knight
Oct 2, 20252 min read


Kawartha Lakes’ new traffic calming policy aims to slow speeds and increase safety
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: A new approach to traffic calming is in the works...
darryl knight
Oct 2, 20252 min read


Infrastructure and Community Services Top Scugog Budget Priorities
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: Residents, businesses, and stakeholders of Scugog had their...
darryl knight
Sep 18, 20252 min read


Outer City Arts eyes revival of Cannington Hall auditorium
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: The future of the Old Cannington Hall auditorium could soon be...
darryl knight
Sep 18, 20252 min read


Kawartha Lakes strategic plan on track with big gains in its first year
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: Local residents are already seeing the impact of the...
darryl knight
Sep 11, 20253 min read


Kawartha Lakes outlines bold 10-year financial plan to balance growth and services
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: Over the next decade, residents of Kawartha Lakes...
darryl knight
Sep 11, 20252 min read


Ridership growing on new DRT Route 618
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard NORTH DURHAM: Durham Region Transit’s new fixed-route bus service, in North Durham, is quickly gaining...
darryl knight
Aug 21, 20252 min read


North Durham councils endorse new approach to support on-farm diversification
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard NORTH DURHAM: The North Durham Enabling Agriculture-Related and On-Farm Diversified Uses project has taken...
darryl knight
Aug 21, 20252 min read


Sunderland Arena set for bigger ice and more dressing rooms
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard BROCK: The long-awaited renovation and expansion of the Sunderland Memorial Arena is set to move forward,...
darryl knight
Aug 21, 20252 min read


Brock to honour Veterans with commemorative crosswalks in three communities
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: Brock Township is moving forward, with a project to honour...
darryl knight
Aug 13, 20251 min read


New Colborne Street bridge plans unveiled in Lindsay
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: The long-awaited Colborne Street Bridge project in...
darryl knight
Aug 7, 20252 min read


Have Your Say: Kawartha Lakes invites public input on 2026 budget plans
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: Local officials are inviting residents to weigh in...
darryl knight
Aug 7, 20252 min read


Council approves five-year downtown revitalization plan for Fenelon Falls
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: The heart of Fenelon Falls is set for a major...
darryl knight
Jul 30, 20252 min read


Local community urges support as Blackstock Arena faces key decisions
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: The future of the Blackstock Arena is once again in...
darryl knight
Jul 17, 20252 min read
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