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Durham Region Health Department assesses the impacts of Solar UV Radiation and Vector-borne disease
BRANDON CLARK The Standard BROCK: Brock Township met in the Council Chambers on Monday, July 28th, where representatives from the Durham...
Brandon Clark
5 days ago2 min read


Not Disabled just differently abled
by Tina Y. Gerber-McCurley It doesn't seem that long ago, when I was in high school. A gang of us would gather at lunch and head to...
Tina Y. Gerber McCurley
5 days ago2 min read


Movement for Life: Misconceptions
by Lauren Walker Over the years I've heard a lot of misconceptions about exercise. These false ideas can discourage people from...

Lauren Walker
5 days ago2 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...
darryl knight
Jul 253 min read


Part 3: The Real Impact Living with MG
by Manley Lavender Upon receiving my diagnosis, in July of 2021, I didn't fully understand what it was going to be like, living with...

The Standard
Jul 253 min read


Heat warnings issued for the area
BRANDON CLARK The Standard NORTH DURHAM: Shortly before 3 a.m. on Monday, July 17th, a heat warning was issued for the North Durham...
Brandon Clark
Jul 172 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 172 min read


Many seniors struggle with hearing loss
by Tina Y. Gerber - McCurley The world is a busy and sometimes crazy place. I attempted to contact my telephone provider and was directed...
Tina Y. Gerber McCurley
Jul 173 min read


Somebody’s Hero: KATVA Poker Run supports ED expansion at RMH
KIM COULTER RMH Foundation KAWARTHA LAKES: Members of the Kawartha ATV Association (KATVA) worked extra hard to prepare for their annual...

The Standard
Jul 42 min read


Movement for Life: Birthday edition
by Lauren Walker I have my birthday coming up on July 2nd and I’ll be turning 39. I have no shame mentioning my age or that I’m enjoying...

Lauren Walker
Jul 42 min read


Part 2- The Journey of Perseverance My Diagnosis/ MG and Peripheral Neuropathy
by Manley Lavender Myasthenia Gravis (my-us-THEE-nee-uh GRAH-vis), sometimes called MG, is a rare autoimmune, neuromuscular condition,...

The Standard
Jul 43 min read


Managing swollen feet, ankles and legs
by Tina Y. Gerber - McCurley I was leaving my granddaughter's 12th birthday party and I couldn't fit into my shoes to drive home!...
Tina Y. Gerber McCurley
Jul 42 min read


RMH Board of Directors Select Veronica Nelson as President and CEO
RYAN YOUNG RMH KAWARTHA LAKES: Ross Memorial Hospital's Board of Directors has approved the appointment of Veronica Nelson as the...

The Standard
Jun 272 min read


Movement for Life: June 19, 2025
by Lauren Walker We work with many clients of varying stages of life and have learned a thing or two about their experience. If you’re...

Lauren Walker
Jun 192 min read


What seniors need to know to stay healthy this summer
by Tina Y. Gerber-McCurley June is the midpoint of the year, and nature is in full bloom bringing with it the joy of summer! June...
Tina Y. Gerber McCurley
Jun 192 min read


The Journey of Perseverance
By Manley Lavender Unknowingly, my journey started the evening of my 50th surprise birthday party planned by my wife and family. I...

The Standard
Jun 193 min read


Brock supports call for backup power at Gillespie Gardens and Allan’s Place
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: Local councillors are throwing their support behind a call...
darryl knight
Jun 122 min read


Lakeridge Health provides hospital update to Scugog Council
BRANDON CLARK The Standard SCUGOG: On Monday June 2nd, President and CEO of Lakeridge Health, Cynthia Davis delivered an update about...
Brandon Clark
Jun 121 min read


Movement for Life: Be Proud of Who You Are
by Lauren Walker I’m not sure what we’re chasing but all I know is, it’s an endless pursuit. When I peruse social media, I am often...

Lauren Walker
Jun 52 min read


How do we draw closer to God while walking through loss
by Tina Y. Gerber - McCurley Grief is the expression of deep sadness and sorrow. We experience it when we loose something we value and...
Tina Y. Gerber McCurley
Jun 52 min read
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