Making EVs more affordable
ANGELA BISCHOFF, Director of Ontario Clean Air Alliance While Tesla has now committed to cutting the cost of its electric cars by half,...
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The Standard
- Mar 9
- 2 min
Signs transmission fluid is low
Vehicles require all sorts of maintenance to operate safely and efficiently. Contrary to popular belief, motorists need not be amateur...
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The Standard
- Mar 9
- 2 min
Three simple maintenance strategies which can keep cars running longer
The last few years have not proven the most advantageous times for new car buyers. According to a recent survey, buyers paid 12.2 percent...
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The Standard
- Mar 3
- 2 min
Canadian Agricultural Safety Association Celebrates Ag Safety Week: Safety is Our Promise
ROBIN ANDERSON, Communications Coordinator CASA/ACSA WINNIPEG, MB (COMMUNITYWIRE): This Canadian Agricultural Safety Week (CASW),...
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Dan Cearns
- Mar 3
- 1 min
Scugog targeting a 2.5 percent tax increase for 2023 budget
DAN CEARNS, The Standard SCUGOG: Scugog council has set a target tax increase of 2.5 percent for this year’s municipal budget. The...
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The Standard
- Feb 25
- 1 min
East Central Farm Show live at the LEX
THE STANDARD The East Central Farm Show will take place Wednesday, March 1st and Thursday, March 2nd, in Lindsay, Ontario, in the...
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The Standard
- Feb 25
- 3 min
Pine Ridge Garden Club News
HELEN NICOLAU, Special to The Standard We have weathered the snowstorms of January. I hope everyone has been keeping safe and haven't...
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Courtney McClure
- Feb 25
- 2 min
Learn Goat Showmanship at Elgin Park
COURTNEY McCLURE, The Standard UXBRIDGE: Mrs. Stewart and Ms. Bidan are hosting a workshop on Goat Showmanship in Elgin Park, Uxbridge,...
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The Standard
- Feb 25
- 3 min
Ukraine becomes the 178th state to be admitted to IFAD
ALBERTO TRILLO BARCA, IFAD ROME: Ukraine became the 178th country to be admitted to the International Fund for Agricultural Development...
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The Standard
- Feb 16
- 3 min
The Joys of Caring for Someone Living with Dementia
TAMMY ADAMS and SUSAN FISHER Caring for a loved one living with dementia is a unique experience that can bring great rewards and moments...
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Colleen Green
- Feb 16
- 3 min
More should be done to encourage Ontarians to save for retirement
RUSS COURTNEY, Senior Media Relations and Digital Officer Financial Services Regulatory Authority CNW: A recent poll commissioned by the...
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The Standard
- Feb 16
- 3 min
Nurse Next Door celebrates new location in Uxbridge
Nurse Next Door announced its newest franchise location to service Uxbridge, Port Perry, Georgina, Innisfil, and Yorkdale, Ontario. The...
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The Standard
- Feb 9
- 2 min
Planning your Valentine’s Day proposal
February 14th is a day dedicated to love. And for couples who are pondering their futures together, Valentine’s Day may seem tailor-made...
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The Standard
- Feb 9
- 3 min
Sweet cookies for your sweetheart
Valentine’s Day presents an opportunity to shower loved ones with special gifts, including treats. Dessert is a significant component of...
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The Standard
- Feb 9
- 1 min
Is mortgage protection worth considering?
(NC) Moving into a new home or renovating your current one can be an exciting time with many decisions – from renovations and upgrades to...
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The Standard
- Feb 9
- 1 min
Three smart ways to save some cash
(NC) There are many tips and tricks to help you keep more money in your pocket. Maybe you shop the sales, cook at home more often and...
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The Standard
- Feb 9
- 1 min
Tips for squeezing more into your savings
(NC) Let’s face it, just about all of us are feeling the effects of rising inflation. Some of us even dip into our savings just to get...
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The Standard
- Feb 9
- 1 min
How does the climate action incentive payment work?
(NC) Most of us have heard of a carbon price, which is also known as pollution pricing. But what exactly is it, and how does it work?...
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The Standard
- Jan 27
- 1 min
How farmers can strengthen their business amidst economic uncertainty
(NC) From labour shortages and fluctuating commodities prices to evolving environmental risks, Canadian farmers continue to operate amid...
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The Standard
- Jan 26
- 2 min
Falls Prevention Tips for Seniors
SUSAN FISHER & TAMMY ADAMS, Special to The Standard Falls are a major issue for seniors, as they are the leading cause of physical...
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