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Brock moves forward with Blackwater Bridge rehabilitation
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard BROCK: The Township of Brock is moving ahead with the rehabilitation of the Blackwater Bridge. At its council...
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Feb 5, 20252 min read
LumberJacks' 7th Skater program creates unforgettable memories for young fans
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard SCUGOG: The Port Perry LumberJacks’ 7th Skater program has quickly become one of the most exciting experiences...
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Jan 30, 20252 min read
Experts warn Brock Township of rising health risks from climate change
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: Durham Region’s Health Protection Division recently presented...
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Jan 30, 20252 min read
Experts present strategy to address drug poisoning crisis
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: The growing drug poisoning crisis, in the County of...
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Jan 30, 20252 min read
Local resident advocates for Brock Township to become a Blue Community
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: At the council meeting, on Monday, January 13th, Katie Probst...
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Jan 30, 20252 min read
Kawartha Lakes prepares for Ward 5 by-election with key dates announced
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: The City is moving forward with plans to fill the vacant Ward 5 Council seat through a...
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Jan 23, 20252 min read
Scugog considers proposal for permanent tourism office in Port Perry
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard SCUGOG: At a recent meeting of Scugog Township Council, Kristen Meyer-Creamer, Interim Executive Director of...
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Jan 23, 20251 min read
Historical Society secures funding for train station relocation
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard BROCK: At the Brock Township council meeting, on Monday, January 13th, the Beaverton Thorah Eldon Historical...
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Jan 23, 20251 min read
Early ice request deferred as Brock considers facility limitations
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard BROCK: At the Brock Township council meeting, on Monday, January 13th, Wayne Ward, Director of Parks,...
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Jan 23, 20252 min read
Scugog drafts 2025 budget with focus on infrastructure and service levels
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: The township’s proposed 2025 operating budget, presented to...
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Jan 16, 20252 min read
Brock working to clear snow after historic blizzard
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard BROCK: Township crews have been working tirelessly to clear the aftermath of the record-breaking blizzard that...
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Jan 16, 20252 min read
Scugog Library CEO highlights makerspace success in 2025 budget presentation
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard SCUGOG: At the council meeting on Monday, January 6th, Amy Caughlin, Chief Executive Officer of the Scugog...
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Jan 16, 20252 min read
New approach to school bus cancellations introduced in Kawartha Lakes
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: Families in the City of Kawartha Lakes can expect a more localized approach to school bus...
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Jan 16, 20252 min read
Exciting new programs coming to Brock Township Public Library in January
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard BROCK: The Brock Township Public Library is kicking off the new year with an array of engaging programs...
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Jan 16, 20252 min read
Lindsay Minor Hockey Association welcomes boundary changes
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: In a landmark decision announced on December 17th, 2024, the Ontario Hockey Federation (OHF)...
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Jan 16, 20252 min read
North Durham Family Health Team announces expansion to improve local services
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG : The North Durham Family Health Team (NDFHT) is expanding...
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Jan 9, 20252 min read
Kawartha Lakes libraries offer exciting programs for all ages
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: The Kawartha Lakes Public Library system is kicking off the new year with a variety of...
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Jan 9, 20252 min read
Charlie McDonald acclaimed for second term as Deputy Mayor of Kawartha Lakes
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: The city is celebrating the acclamation of Ward 7...
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Jan 9, 20252 min read
Snow blankets Beaverton in weekend snowstorm
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: Beaverton residents are digging out after a historic...
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Jan 9, 20252 min read
Survey seeks public input to shape housing and homelessness strategy in Kawartha Lakes
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: The City of Kawartha Lakes and the County of...
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Jan 9, 20252 min read
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