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Walk Softly – The Queen Has Hairy Legs
by Geoffrey Carpentier Ah, late summer is upon us, and the first late summer blooms are brightening our roadsides and wild places. Rising...
Geoff Carpentier
Aug 13, 20253 min read
Hollywood Meets Hometown: Animation Legend Steve “Spaz” Williams and Actress Dana Boadway
SCUGOG: Chuck’s Roadhouse Bar and Grill in Port Perry will become the centre of creative energy and country charm on Saturday, August...
The Standard
Aug 13, 20252 min read
The Artist Within - What is the definition of success?
by Lauren Walker I wrote an article for the “Art, Artists, Artwork” website, called “The Right Art-itude” for success. I cover all the...
Lauren Walker
Aug 7, 20252 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,...
darryl knight
Jul 30, 20252 min read
Walk Softly: Black Bears – Our Amazing Neighbours
by Geoffrey Carpentier There has been much said of bears this year, for they have been making themselves obvious in and around North...
Geoff Carpentier
Jul 30, 20253 min read
DDSB response to recent changes to the music program at Port Perry HS
We appreciate the passion and dedication of our community, and recognize the important role music continues to play at Port Perry High...
The Standard
Jul 25, 20252 min read
Movement for Life - July 17, 2025
by Lauren Walker Where does positivity come from? I came across an interesting thought I learned from Betty White: "Look for the...
Lauren Walker
Jul 17, 20252 min read
$200,000 OTF Grant from the Province creates welcoming environment for summer campers at Ampere Makerspace
WARD ALSOP Marketing Manager, Ampere KAWARTHA LAKES: MPP Laurie Scott recently had the chance to speak with the team at Ampere, about...
The Standard
Jul 17, 20252 min read
Soroptimist International recognizes four graduating students for their positive influence on others
CAROLYN LAPORTE Special to The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: Four young women graduating from our local high schools were recognized, on June...
The Standard
Jul 9, 20251 min read
PPHS Leadership Camp is a success!
MELINDA WINTER PPHS SCUGOG: Over 100 students from Port Perry High School came together, for another unforgettable year at the 2025...
The Standard
Jun 27, 20251 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...
darryl knight
Jun 27, 20251 min read
Prince Albert United Church Donates $10,000 to Prince Albert
CAROLYN PUTERBOUGH Prince Albert PS SCC SCUGOG: Prince Albert Public School is thrilled to announce a generous $10,000 donation from...
The Standard
Jun 19, 20251 min read
Kawartha Lakes Celebrates Accessibility Champions at 2025 Awards
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: The City honoured individuals, businesses, and...
darryl knight
Jun 19, 20252 min read
Music program quietly cancelled at Port Perry High School
COLLEEN GREEN The Standard SCUGOG: Port Perry High School (PPHS) has cancelled all senior instrumental music classes for the upcoming...
Colleen Green
Jun 19, 20252 min read
Culture Days returns to Scugog with expanded vision and mural marathon initiative
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: At the June 2nd meeting of Scugog Council, Ashar Mobeen,...
darryl knight
Jun 12, 20252 min read
Honouring Indigenous voices, stories and culture during National Indigenous History Month
The following statement is being issued, on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer, for The Regional...
The Standard
Jun 5, 20251 min read
The Artist Within: Judgement Day
By Lauren Walker It’s only natural when applying to juried shows means your work may not be accepted. What does it take for your work to...
Lauren Walker
May 30, 20252 min read
Walk Softly – Bracket Fungus
by Geoffrey Carpentier Fungi is not a word which leaps to mind when we think I want to know more about that one! Most people know little...
Geoff Carpentier
May 30, 20253 min read
99-Year-Old WWII Veteran Represents Canada at Netherlands Liberation Anniversary
BRANDON CLARK The Standard Newspaper KAWARTHA LAKES: Thursday, May 15th, was a moment of pride for the Lindsay community. At the...
Brandon Clark
May 21, 20252 min read
Scugog to celebrate Public Works Week and Compost Day with community spirit
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: Local residents are invited to come together in recognition...
darryl knight
May 21, 20252 min read
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