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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...
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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,...
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Aug 21, 20252 min read


Cyclists gear up for this weekend’s Kawartha Lakes Classic to support local shelter
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: Cyclists are set to roll through Kawartha Lakes, on Saturday, August 23rd, when the 22nd...
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Aug 21, 20252 min read


Crews battle ongoing Burnt River forest fire in Kawartha Lakes
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES : Fire crews are continuing to battle a stubborn...
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Aug 13, 20252 min read


Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation and Durham Region strengthen ties through new bilateral agreement
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: The Region of Durham and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island...
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Aug 13, 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...
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Aug 13, 20251 min read


Petition calls for action on lack of childcare options in Sunderland
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: Council recently received a petition from, Sunderland...
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Aug 13, 20252 min read


Kawartha Lakes plans infrastructure upgrades with eye on growth in Lindsay
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: Design plans, for major roadwork on Kent Street and...
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Aug 13, 20252 min read


Fun, family and friendly competition at the 95th Lake Scugog Regatta
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: The shores of Lake Scugog came alive this past weekend, as...
darryl knight
Aug 7, 20252 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...
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Aug 7, 20252 min read


Beaverton Arena ice extension deemed a success, set to return in 2026
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: Local councillors recently voted to continue offering...
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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


Lindsay dancer headed to world stage in Prague with Team Canada Tap Team
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: A local teen is dancing her way onto the world stage. Rylan Larabee, a 13-year-old...
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Aug 7, 20252 min read


Mike Jubb acclaimed as the new Mayor of Brock Township
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: Brock Township has a new mayor and there won’t be a...
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Jul 30, 20251 min read


Childcare expansion hopes placed on hold in Sunderland
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: Plans, for a long-awaited childcare expansion in Sunderland,...
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Jul 30, 20252 min read


Federal government eyes Kawartha Lakes for high-tech Arctic radar project
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: The Department of National Defence (DND) is moving...
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Jul 30, 20253 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


Brick by Brick: Scugog Library launches Summer building contest
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard SCUGOG: The Scugog Memorial Public Library is calling all builders, young and young-at-heart, to get...
darryl knight
Jul 30, 20252 min read


Culture, tradition, and community shine at 27th annual MSIFN Powwow
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: A vibrant display of song, dance, and cultural pride was on...
darryl knight
Jul 25, 20252 min read


Deadline looms for Brock Township’s candidates for Mayor in upcoming by-election
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: With the nomination deadline fast approaching, Brock...
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Jul 25, 20252 min read
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