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Uxbridge Bruins extend record winning streak as local PJHL teams sweep weekend
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard It was another strong weekend for local Provincial Junior Hockey League teams, highlighted by the Uxbridge Bruins extending their franchise-record winning streak to 13 games with a 9-2 thrashing of the Caledon Golden Hawks on Friday, October 31. The Bruins wasted no time setting the tone, scoring five unanswered goals in the first period. Jordan Fitger opened the scoring just 15 seconds into the game and added another goal later in the frame, while
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Nov 4, 20252 min read


Community support roars in for Lindsay Lynx Girls Hockey
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: It was another winning weekend for the Lindsay Lynx Girls Hockey Association, as players, parents, and volunteers wrapped up another successful Tag Day fundraiser, across the City of Kawartha Lakes. Dozens of young Lynx players were out in the community, proudly wearing their jerseys and greeting shoppers at local businesses, including: Food Basics, Canadian Tire Lindsay, Canadian Tire Fenelon Falls, Home Building Centre, Giant Tige
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Oct 30, 20252 min read


Uxbridge Bruins’ winning streak continues as local teams light up the scoreboard
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard It was a busy weekend for local teams in the Provincial Junior Hockey League (PJHL). The Uxbridge Bruins continued to impress, with back-to-back shutouts, while the Port Perry LumberJacks bounced back with a big win, and the Little Britain Merchants added another victory to their early-season resume. The Bruins maintained their perfect start, to the 2025-26 season, with a dominant 7-0 road win over the Schomberg Cougars, on Thursday, October 23. Ev
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Oct 30, 20252 min read


Uxbridge Bruins stay perfect as LumberJacks and Merchants deliver Thanksgiving weekend drama
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard The Thanksgiving weekend delivered plenty of excitement for junior hockey fans, in the PJHL Orr Division, as the Uxbridge Bruins, Port Perry LumberJacks, and Little Britain Merchants all took to the ice in crucial early-season matchups. Uxbridge continued their hot start, sweeping a two-game set, against the Caledon Golden Hawks, to remain undefeated. The Bruins crushed Caledon, 12-1, on home ice, at the Bear Den, on Friday, October 10th, before fol
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Oct 16, 20252 min read


Port Perry’s George Burnett is still proud of his small-town roots
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: George Burnett has spent more than three decades shaping...
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Sep 25, 20252 min read


LumberJacks launch PJHL season with weekend sweep
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard The Port Perry LumberJacks kicked off their 2025–26 Provincial Junior...
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Sep 18, 20252 min read


Shovels in the ground for Sunderland Memorial Arena revitalization
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: The rain may have been steady, but it couldn’t dampen the...
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Sep 11, 20253 min read


Uxbridge Bruins look to local talent to fuel 2025-26 PJHL season
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard The Uxbridge Bruins are set to hit the ice, for the 2025-26 Provincial Junior Hockey League (PJHL) season,...
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Sep 11, 20252 min read


LumberJacks bring community together for first-ever Fun Day
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard SCUGOG: As summer wound to a close last week, Scugog Arena was buzzing with excitement, on Wednesday, August...
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Sep 5, 20252 min read


Bobcaygeon Community Centre to undergo major renovations
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: For generations, the Bobcaygeon Community Centre has...
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Sep 5, 20252 min read


Lindsay Lynx Girls Hockey gearing up for an action-packed season
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: With the first pucks dropping on the ice, the Lindsay Lynx girls hockey program is preparing...
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Aug 28, 20252 min read


Sunderland Arena set for bigger ice and more dressing rooms
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard BROCK: The long-awaited renovation and expansion of the Sunderland Memorial Arena is set to move forward,...
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Aug 21, 20252 min read


Beaverton Arena ice extension deemed a success, set to return in 2026
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: Local councillors recently voted to continue offering...
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Aug 7, 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


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


Chelsey Greenwood makes history with Lindsay Muskies coaching role
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: The Lindsay Muskies have made a groundbreaking addition to their coaching staff, hiring...
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Jun 12, 20253 min read


Girls hockey thrives in Lindsay at Lynx tryouts
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES : Girls hockey is surging in popularity, in Kawartha Lakes, as nearly 200 young athletes hit...
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May 9, 20252 min read


Port Perry’s Jake Bricknell named Player of the Season by Swindon Wildcats
DARRYL KNIGHT The Standard SCUGOG: Port Perry’s Jake Bricknell has capped off a sensational first season with the Swindon Wildcats, by...
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May 1, 20252 min read


Sunderland Arena Set for Major Renovation and Expansion
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: The long-anticipated transformation of the Sunderland Memorial...
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Apr 16, 20252 min read


Port Perry Lumberjacks celebrate their history with alumni tributes
DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard The Port Perry Lumberjacks have been paying homage to their storied...
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Mar 13, 20252 min read
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