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Bronzeback Cup brings big crowds and big catches to Beaverton
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: Anglers from across Ontario descended on Lake Simcoe this...
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Jul 25, 20252 min read
Expanded healthcare teams coming to rural communities in the Kawarthas
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: A new investment from the provincial government is...
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Jul 25, 20253 min read
Kawartha Lakes urges water conservation amid recent summer heat
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: As temperatures soar this summer, the City of...
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Jul 25, 20252 min read
Engines roar and smiles soar at Port Perry's Touch-a-Truck Event
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard SCUGOG: The Port Perry Fairgrounds were filled with excitement, on Friday, July 11th, as sirens wailed, horns...
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Jul 17, 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...
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Jul 17, 20252 min read
Brock invests in local infrastructure with Canada Community Building Fund support
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: The Township continues to benefit from ongoing infrastructure...
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Jul 17, 20252 min read
Scugog invites residents to share their municipal budget priorities
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: With an eye toward long-term sustainability and community...
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Jul 17, 20252 min read
Investment to Upgrade Emily-Omemee Community Centre delivers a boost to local families and athletes
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: A beloved community hub in the community of Omemee...
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Jul 17, 20252 min read
Brock paves the way for road innovation with new asphalt technology
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: Council recently approved a significant change to its rural...
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Jul 9, 20253 min read
Scugog receives update on over $40M in capital projects
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard SCUGOG: Council recently received a detailed update, on the municipality’s capital projects, as of April...
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Jul 9, 20252 min read
Kawartha Lakes seeks provincial aid for ice storm cleanup costs
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: Local leaders are taking steps to recover from the...
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Jul 9, 20252 min read
Kawartha Lakes unveils asset management plan
Kawartha Lakes unveils asset management plan DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: The...
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Jul 9, 20253 min read
Critical repairs approved for Port Perry’s historic Town Hall 1873 Theatre
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard SCUGOG: Councillors recently approved a contract for urgent exterior repairs to Town Hall 1873 , in Port...
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Jul 9, 20252 min read
Brock rejects Strong Mayor powers in unanimous vote
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: Local councillors are taking a firm stand against the...
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Jul 4, 20252 min read
Kawartha Lakes Councillors side with residents on Pottinger Street sidewalk plan
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: Councillors have opted to scale back sidewalk plans for...
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Jul 4, 20253 min read
Scugog delays decision on Blackstock Arena refrigeration plant replacement
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: A decision on a major upgrade to the aging Blackstock Arena...
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Jul 4, 20253 min read
Kawartha Lakes advances efforts to tackle housing crisis
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: At its meeting, on Tuesday, June 24th, Kawartha...
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Jul 4, 20252 min read
Nominations for Brock Township’s 2025 Awards of Merit
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: The township is calling on residents to recognize the local...
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Jun 27, 20252 min read
Kawartha Lakes gears up for a fun-filled Canada Day weekend
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: Canada Day celebrations are coming to life across the...
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Jun 27, 20253 min read
Suspicious fire in vacant Cannington building prompts warning from Brock Fire Department
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: A suspicious fire in a vacant building in Cannington, on...
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Jun 27, 20251 min read
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