DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: Concerns about preserving local watershed expertise and municipal representation are at the forefront, as proposed provincial changes to Ontario’s conservation authority system move closer to implementation. At a recent council meeting, Kawartha Lakes councillors received correspondence from, Kawartha Conservation Chief Administrative Officer, Mark Majchrowski, regarding the Province’s propose

COLLEEN GREEN The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: For many young people, discovering a future career path can happen in unexpected ways. For Tanner Big Canoe, it started with a high school elective and eventually led him to studying computer science, at Queen’s University — a journey he credits, in large part, to the support and opportunities provided by Ampere. Mr. Big Canoe first became involved with Ampere through a personal connection, while searching for a part-time job, during

BRANDON CLARK The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: Spring curbside leaf and yard waste collection returns, this June, in Kawartha Lakes. Residents are asked to place leaf and yard materials in dry paper bags, at their curb, before 7 a.m. on their designated date. If ones waste is collected on Mondays and Wednesdays, their leaf and yard waste collection will take place on Friday, June 5th. If ones waste is collected on Tuesdays and Thursdays, their leaf and yard waste collection will

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: Businesses across Kawartha Lakes will once again be in the spotlight, this summer, as the 2026 Business Count survey officially gets underway. Conducted in partnership with local Chambers of Commerce and the Lindsay Downtown BIA, the initiative will see survey teams visiting downtowns and employment areas, throughout the municipality, to gather information directly from business owners and ope

KIM COULTER RMH Foundation KAWARTHA LAKES: To everyone who bought a Smile Cookie, at a Tim Hortons restaurant, in Lindsay, between April 27th and May 3rd, thank you! The Ross Memorial Hospital (RMH) Foundation and Kawartha Lakes Food Source (KLFS) think you’re one smart cookie! Through your purchase, you helped to fund advancements in patient care and food security in Kawartha Lakes. Both organizations are profoundly grateful to the owners of the six Tim Hortons restaurants i

By Patricia Dawson In honour of International Trails Day, the Township of Uxbridge and local Trail partners are hosting a free community celebration of a world-class Trail Network and great things happening, showing guided walks, exhibits, and local experts for a day of nature learning and community. The event features live entertainment, games, and activities for kids. At this event, you can join guided hikes, learn essential Trail safety tips, pick up trail maps, meet group

COLLEEN GREEN The Standard For Matthew and Ashley Fair, taking ownership of Crestwood Golf Club is much more than a business venture, it is the fulfillment of a lifelong dream rooted in family memories, community spirit, and a deep love of the game. The couple officially purchased the golf course earlier this year after the sale closed on April 1st, and they are already hard at work carefully modernizing the facility while preserving the welcoming atmosphere which has made Cr

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: Access to family doctors in the community is expected to improve, after the City of Kawartha Lakes council approved $300,000 in funding, to help recruit three new physicians to the area, during its May 19th meeting. The funding will go to the Kawartha Lakes Health Care Initiative (KLHCI) to support return-of-service agreements, signed by three family doctors who have committed to practising lo

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: A new Indigenous Reconciliation Strategy is being launched in Kawartha Lakes, as the municipality looks to strengthen relationships with Indigenous Nations, organizations, and residents while embedding reconciliation into everyday municipal work. The community-informed initiative will guide how reconciliation is advanced across municipal governance, planning, economic development, procurement,

By Lyn Whitham After a chance introduction to The Tragically Hip’s lawyer, Mike Crowe had an intriguing idea. What if the two iconic Canadian institutions struck up a partnership and Mr. Crowe, the Kawartha Dairy’s director of product development and a third-generation member of the Dairy’s founding family, created a new ice cream to celebrate the collaboration. It sure seemed to make sense. Both the Hip and Kawartha Dairy are loyally and passionately Canadian. They both shar

DARRYL KNIGHT, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK/KAWARTHA LAKES: Baseball season is getting underway for the Victoria Brock Baseball Association (VBBA), bringing together players, coaches, and volunteers from communities across the western portion of the City of Kawartha Lakes and Brock Township, for another year of inter-community competition and development. VBBA President, Christine Clayton said, the association’s focus remains firmly on creating

RYAN YOUNG RMH KAWARTHA LAKES: Ross Memorial Hospital is looking forward to welcoming back Jennifer Burns-West as the hospital’s new Vice President Clinical and Chief Nursing Executive when she returns on April 13th, 2026. Jennifer has longstanding roots within Ross Memorial Hospital (RMH), having started at the hospital as a Registered Nurse in the early 1990s. Over the course of 30 years, she went on to serve as a Critical Care and Medical Program Educator, Emergency Depart

KAWARTHA LAKES/NORTH DURHAM: Communities across Canada came together on Wednesday, May 6th, as McDonald's Canada celebrated its 32nd annual McHappy Day, raising funds to support families with sick and injured children through Ronald McDonald House Charities. Throughout the day, a portion of proceeds from every food and beverage purchase at participating McDonald’s locations was donated to Ronald McDonald House helping children and families in need. Customers could support the

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: Growing demand for skilled trades workers was front and centre at a City of Kawartha Lakes Committee of the Whole meeting, on Tuesday, May 5th, as councillors received a memorandum, calling for stronger municipal support of trade programming at Fleming College’s Frost Campus. The memorandum, brought forward by Ward 5 Councillor Mark Doble, asked the municipality to advocate for the advancement

BRANDON CLARK The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: Residents of the City of Kawartha Lakes will have an opportunity to learn more about local wellness programs, community supports, and senior services during the upcoming Victoria Manor Wellness Fair on Wednesday, May 20th. The free event will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Victoria Manor and is open to seniors, caregivers, families, and community members interested in healthy aging and wellness resources. Organizers say the fair is de