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How entrepreneurs can approach funding their businesses
Successful entrepreneurs often say that few, if any, professional endeavours are as rewarding as starting a business and ultimately...
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The Standard
- 4 days ago
- 2 min
Making farm safety & mental wellness a priority for all
DFRFR SCUGOG: Everyone involved in agriculture knows someone whose life has been affected by a farm-related injury or death. In many...
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The Standard
- 4 days ago
- 3 min
Agricultural Scholarships – 2023
Scholarship and bursary program information for all post-secondary students interested in pursuing a career in the agriculture industry....
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The Standard
- 4 days ago
- 1 min
Speak up to protect Ontario's farmland for farming
Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) The Ontario government's newly introduced Bill 97 and Proposed Provincial Planning Statement will...
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Dan Cearns
- 4 days ago
- 2 min
International Plowing Match and Rural Expo coming to Kawartha Lakes in 2024
DAN CEARNS, The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: The International Plowing Match and Rural Expo is coming to Lindsay in 2024. At a meeting, on...
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Tammy Adams
- May 19
- 2 min
Ageism and Seniors
TAMMY ADAMS AND SUSAN FISHER, Special to The Standard Ageism has been a growing problem in recent years, particularly among older adults....
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The Standard
- May 19
- 3 min
If seeking a new home, a spacious yard would be at the top of most wish lists
Debbi Mayster, Four Leaf PR According to a new survey commissioned by the TurfMutt Foundation and conducted online by The Harris Poll...
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The Standard
- May 19
- 2 min
Get Ready for Spring & Summer “Backyarding”: Keep Safety in Mind
DEBBI MAYSTER, Four Leaf PR Perhaps you are already dreaming of family gatherings, grilling and eating in your backyard. Or maybe you...
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The Standard
- May 19
- 2 min
Minor exterior upgrades that can help sell a home
The home improvement industry has been booming for years, but forecasters are projecting a deceleration in 2023 and perhaps beyond....
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The Standard
- May 19
- 2 min
Pine Ridge Garden Club News
HELEN NICOLAOU, Special to The Standard SCUGOG: This week has inspired many a gardener to flock to the garden centres. A special weekend...
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Courtney McClure
- May 19
- 2 min
Migrate With Monarchs at the Scugog Memorial Public Library
COURTNEY McCLURE, The Standard SCUGOG: Join monarch butterfly expert, Don Davis, as he shares his travels with the monarchs, at the...
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The Standard
- May 19
- 2 min
A brief history of Queen Victoria
Victoria’s marriage was the first of a reigning queen of England in 286 years. Queen Victoria and Prince Albert’s wedding, which took...
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The Standard
- May 13
- 2 min
How to reduce your risk of driving distracted
The prevalence of technology has ensured that many things are competing for people's attention at any given moment. That includes when...
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The Standard
- May 12
- 2 min
How to ensure a relaxing day for Mom this Mother's Day
The unconditional love and undying patience moms exhibit as they raise their children is worthy of more than just a single day of...
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The Standard
- May 12
- 2 min
Five ways to commemorate Mother's Day when mom has passed away
Losing a loved one is never easy. Whether the loss is recent or not, many people find the void created by a loved one's passing never...
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The Standard
- May 12
- 1 min
Learn to stay safe at home with the Uxbridge Library
COURTNEY McCLURE, The Standard UXBRIDGE: On June 2nd, the Uxbridge Public Library will teach your kids how to stay safe at home while...
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Katie Hunter
- May 5
- 2 min
Al-Anon celebrates 40 years of service
KATIE HUNTER, Special to The Standard For 40 years, Al-Anon has been a support group for people affected by someone else's drinking. It...
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The Standard
- Apr 28
- 2 min
Six obstacles small businesses often face
Rewarding but tough may be the general consensus established entrepreneurs use to describe owning a small business. When working for...
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The Standard
- Apr 28
- 2 min
AgEx Conference heads to Guelph!
DENISE ROBERTSON, Project Manager, FMC OTTAWA: Farm Management Canada's (FMC) flagship Agricultural Excellence Conference (AgEx) is...
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Dan Cearns
- Apr 28
- 1 min
Farm 911 project launched in Scugog
DAN CEARNS, The Standard SCUGOG: The Township of Scugog is partnering with 'Farm 911: The Emily Project' to make firefighter response...
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