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The DRPS is encouraging cyclists to stay safe while on the road
The DRPS is encouraging cyclists to stay safe while on the road by The Standard | Podcast September 3rd, 2020 https://thestandardnewspape...
Colleen Green
Sep 3, 20202 min read
Scugog seeking more volunteer firefighters
DAN CEARNS, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, for The Standard SCUGOG: The Township of Scugog is looking for more volunteer...
Colleen Green
Sep 3, 20201 min read
Plan Prevents and Minimizes Outbreaks to Keep Students and Staff Safe
As part of Ontario’s plan for students to return safely to the classroom in September, the government has released the Operational...
Colleen Green
Sep 3, 20203 min read
Longtime North Durham trustee resigns
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Colleen Green
Sep 3, 20202 min read
Ontario Recognizing International Overdose Awareness Day
On Monday, August 31st, Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health, and Michael Tibollo, Associate Minister of Mental...
Colleen Green
Sep 3, 20202 min read
Health Department reports West Nile virus positive mosquitoes in Ajax
DURHAM: Durham Region Health Department has received a notification of adult mosquitoes that have tested positive for West Nile virus...
Colleen Green
Sep 3, 20202 min read
Additional funding will increase audiology capacity to screen infants impacted by the COVID-19 outbr
The Ontario government is providing $3.8 million to support hearing checks for infants who did not receive the universal newborn hearing...
Colleen Green
Sep 3, 20201 min read
Pack-a-backpack a huge success
SCUGOG: Emmanuel Community Church did a Pack-a-backpack for OperationScugog and the response was overwhelming! They had people dropping...
Colleen Green
Sep 3, 20201 min read
Durham school buses won’t operate until September 14th
Durham school buses won’t operate until September 14th by The Standard | Podcast September 3rd, 2020 https://thestandardnewspaper.ca/wp-c...
Colleen Green
Sep 3, 20202 min read
Brock animal shelter receives grant
DAN CEARNS, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, for The Standard BROCK: The Township of Brock’s Dench Animal Shelter in Cannington is...
Colleen Green
Sep 3, 20201 min read
DRPS names interim police chief
DRPS names interim police chief by The Standard | Podcast September 3rd, 2020 https://thestandardnewspaper.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/...
Colleen Green
Sep 3, 20202 min read
Uxbridge Public Library is extending their curbside hours
COURTNEY McCLURE, The Standard UXBRIDGE: Starting August 25th, the Uxbridge Public Library will be open for curbside pickup on Tuesdays,...
Colleen Green
Sep 3, 20201 min read
Dragon Flies bring hope and support to patients at Ross Memorial
KIM COULTER, Communications Specialist, Ross Memorial Hospital Foundation KAWARTHA LAKES: When dragon flies gather together, it’s a...
Colleen Green
Aug 27, 20201 min read
The VIRTUAL LEX Kicks Off August 17th
HARRY STODDART, General Manager, Lindsay Agricultural Society KAWARTHA LAKES: On August 17th the Virtual LEX kicked off their festivities...
Colleen Green
Aug 27, 20203 min read
Ontario government making more agricultural societies eligible for funds
DAN CEARNS, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: With many local agricultural fairs having been forced...
Colleen Green
Aug 27, 20202 min read
DDSB to stagger start to elementary school year
DAN CEARNS, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, for The Standard NORTH DURHAM: The Durham District School Board (DDSB) is opting to go...
Colleen Green
Aug 27, 20202 min read
I remember Ross James, long-time Uxbridge resident who died August 17, 2020 in his 87th year
GERRY NOBLE Special to The Standard I was stopped at the red-light, inspecting the signs of the town’s progress, all around. Nearby, the...
Colleen Green
Aug 27, 20202 min read
Queen Street pilot<br>project completed
DAN CEARNS, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, for The Standard SCUGOG: After a four week run, Scugog Township and the Port Perry BIA...
Colleen Green
Aug 27, 20202 min read
Brock council not ready yet to lift state of emergency
DAN CEARNS, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, for The Standard BROCK: The Township of Brock is taking a cautious approach regarding...
Colleen Green
Aug 27, 20203 min read
The Township of Uxbridge is seeking revitalization of their downtown core
COURTNEY McCLURE The Standard UXBRIDGE: “Uxbridge has an opportunity to reflect on our past, respect it, and, also, create our future,”...
Colleen Green
Aug 27, 20202 min read
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