COLLEEN GREEN The Standard UXBRIDGE: Two Uxbridge family physicians are inviting readers behind the scenes of medicine, with their new book, Family Rooms, a collection of stories exploring the humour, heartbreak, privilege and challenges of family medicine. Written by Dr. Carlye Jensen and Dr. Jennifer Wilson, the book takes readers into clinics, emergency departments, hospital wards, patients’ homes and other unexpected settings where doctors make decisions in real time and

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: A centuries-old craft, with deep roots in Canadian history, is now taking centre stage at City Hall, where residents can explore a colourful new exhibition, celebrating both local artistry and the City of Kawartha Lakes' 25th anniversary. The latest installment of the City's Art in the Halls program features the work of the Lindsay and District Rug Hookers, whose handcrafted creations are on d

LILY PETTIT Community Services - Events SCUGOG: The Township of Scugog is thrilled to announce the return of Movie Nights in the park! Join us at 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 22nd, at Palmer Park, Port Perry, for a movie night under the stars. This year, we will be screening the live-action How to Train Your Dragon movie! This PG-rated, action-packed adventure follows the story of young Viking Hiccup, who forms an unlikely friendship with a feared dragon named Toothless. Toge

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: Young readers across Kawartha Lakes are invited to make a splash this summer, as Kawartha Lakes Public Library launches its 2026 Summer Reading Club, a season-long program, designed to inspire a love of reading, while keeping children and families engaged through fun activities and community events. This year's theme, “Dive In,” draws inspiration from the lakes, rivers, and waterways which hel

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: A family-friendly evening of entertainment and community spirit, is set to take place in Sunderland, this week, as residents are invited to a free Community Movie Night, at the Sunderland Town Hall Auditorium. The event, scheduled for Friday, June 19th, will feature a screening of the new Super Mario Galaxy Movie and is open to residents of all ages. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m., with the movie beginni

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: Growing demand for remote viewing of local hockey games and arena activities has prompted Brock Council to approve a new partnership, bringing LiveBarn streaming services to all three municipal arenas. During its meeting, on Monday, May 25th, Council authorized staff to enter into an agreement with LiveBarn, a subscription-based streaming platform, widely used in arenas across North America. The servic

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: The Township is updating the way film and television productions operate within the municipality, following Council approval of a revised Film Policy, during its meeting, on the evening of Monday, May 25th. Included in the meeting’s agenda was a staff report, from Lori Bowers, Director of Communications and Strategic Projects, outlining proposed changes, aimed at supporting continued economic opportun

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: A familiar gathering place, in Oakwood, is set to receive a careful refresh, as restoration work begins, this month, on the community’s historic library building. The Oakwood Library will undergo several months of repairs, as the City of Kawartha Lakes invests in preserving the structure while improving safety and accessibility for residents. Work on the heritage building is expected to begi

Jamie Steel, Senior Lead of Community Relations, AMP KAWARTHA LAKES: Surrounded by leaders in science, technology, engineering, art and math, as well as their peers, community supporters and educators, participants of the first-ever inSTEAM event on March 25th spent the day connecting, learning, sharing and exploring what life in STEAM could look and feel like. The event, a partnership between the Women Changemakers Fund of Kawartha Lakes, Ampere Canada, and community partn

by Geoffrey Carpentier A few years ago, a cloud was just that, a cloud. Now it seems it’s actually a remote computer which mysteriously stores any information I wish to entrust to it. While we may not understand it, if you’ve ever saved a photo to ‘the cloud,’ streamed a movie on Netflix, or backed up your phone, you’ve used the ‘cloud.’ The term sounds nebulous and abstract, as if your data floats somewhere above the Earth, but in reality, the cloud is firmly grounded in bui

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: The dream of a national title came to an end for Blackstock, on Saturday night, but the pride and momentum built, through the 2026 Kraft Hockeyville campaign, will carry on, long after the final votes counted. During the live broadcast, on the evening of Saturday, March 21st, it was announced, Taber and Tumbler Ridge had been selected as the Top two communities in this year’s competition, leaving Blac

COLLEEN GREEN The Standard For Merlyn Bales, a lifetime devoted to gospel music can be traced back to three words, spoken with quiet certainty: never say never . Forged through fear, faith and perseverance, the phrase frames a journey stretching from a terrified child, on a church platform, to more than six decades of singing in churches, concert halls, camp meetings and even a barn. “I want people to see what God can do through the journey,” Mr. Bales said. “He’s there with

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: A comprehensive review, of how the Township of Scugog communicates with residents, is setting the stage for potential improvements in outreach, storytelling, and public engagement, though council has opted not to endorse the recommendations at this time. The findings were presented as part of a detailed report, from, Director of Communications and Strategic Projects, Lori Bowers. This was included on

Red Plaid Productions is bringing Canada's Celtic Rock Warriors Mudmen back to The Town Hall 1872 in Port Perry, Ontario, on Friday, January 2nd, 2026. Mudmen are looking forward to their annual stop at the Grand Old Theatre. The Mudmen are no strangers to the area, playing shows with Johnny Reid at the GM Centre, with Deane Brody at the Havelock Country Jamboree, performing at the Uxbridge Highland Games, and with numerous sold-out shows in Peterborough, Oshawa, and, of cour

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: Last week, Port Perry’s historic downtown was transformed into a cinematic playground, as two film productions brought crews, equipment, and excitement to the community. From October 20th to 27th, the Currie Grain Elevator, Queen Street, and the surrounding areas served as backdrops for the pilot television series Witness Protection and the returning production The Way Home. Filming included interior

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: A family paddling along the Trent-Severn Waterway, a...

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