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Scugog chamber updates council ahead of the return of the Candlelight Walk and Tree Lighting
DAN CEARNS The Standard SCUGOG: Scugog councillors got an update on how the annual Candlelight Walk and Tree lighting ceremony, being...

Dan Cearns
Nov 21, 20232 min read


Lakeside Fun in Scugog... Coming Soon in December
SCUGOG: This winter, the Township of Scugog will be introducing a brand new skating area and market. The market will be located at the...

The Standard
Nov 21, 20232 min read


Pine Ridge Garden Club news
HELEN NICOLAOU The Standard Although the end of Day Light Savings Time was over 2 weeks ago, I am still trying to adjust to the actual...

The Standard
Nov 21, 20232 min read


No big splash
DAN CEARNS The Standard Recent trends across Canada, as well as locally, make me think all the people who have been clamouring for a...

Dan Cearns
Nov 21, 20232 min read


Lumberjacks win their last couple of games
DAN CEARNS The Standard SCUGOG: The Port Perry Lumberjacks defeated the Lakefield Chiefs and the Little Britain Merchants recently. The...

Dan Cearns
Nov 21, 20232 min read


Imagine: A Christmas with Durham Chamber Orchestra
SCUGOG: The Durham Chamber Orchestra (DCO) is pleased to announce their upcoming Christmas concert, titled “Imagine: A Christmas with...

The Standard
Nov 21, 20232 min read


Scugog to look at low cost options for Blackstock Arena repairs, replacement
DAN CEARNS The Standard SCUGOG: The Township of Scugog is continuing to rethink the replacement of the Blackstock Arena after seeing some...

Dan Cearns
Nov 14, 20232 min read


The Ron and Nancy Compton Family Foundation Donates $150,000 to Town Hall 1873
SCUGOG: On November 6th, 2023, the Town Hall 1873 was thrilled to announce a generous donation of $150,000 from the Ron and Nancy Compton...

The Standard
Nov 14, 20232 min read


Scugog Computers continuing a technology business tradition from a new location
DAN CEARNS The Standard SCUGOG: Scugog Computers has officially moved into new digs in Port Perry, and is continuing a tradition of...

Dan Cearns
Nov 14, 20232 min read


Ontario government announces new protections for firefighters and employees
DAN CEARNS The Standard DURHAM/KAWARTHA LAKES: The Ontario government is providing firefighters in the province with more protections. On...

Dan Cearns
Nov 14, 20231 min read


Lumberjacks settle for single point in overtime thriller
DAN CEARNS The Standard The Port Perry Lumberjacks gained only a single point in the standings over their last two games. On Thursday,...

Dan Cearns
Nov 14, 20232 min read


Scugog helping farmers who want Livestock Guardian Dogs
DAN CEARNS The Standard SCUGOG: The Township of Scugog is helping local farming residents with an amendment to the Township’s Animal...

Dan Cearns
Nov 7, 20232 min read


Scugog Township marks Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month
DAN CEARNS The Standard SCUGOG: The Township of Scugog marked Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month at a recent meeting. “Beginning November 1,...

Dan Cearns
Nov 7, 20231 min read


Scugog Memorial Public Library unveils their 'Makerspace'
DAN CEARNS The Standard SCUGOG: After a few years wait due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Scugog Memorial Public Library officially opened...

The Standard
Nov 7, 20232 min read


Lumberjacks winning ways halted by the Lakefield Chiefs
DAN CEARNS The Standard Despite a strong team effort, including outshooting their opponent 39 to 28, the Port Perry Lumberjacks lost...

Dan Cearns
Nov 7, 20231 min read


New Playground Coming to Blackstock
COURTNEY McCLURE The Standard SCUGOG: Construction for a new Blackstock playground began, on October 30th, at Roy E. Carter Park, in...
Courtney McClure
Oct 31, 20231 min read


Availability of storage in Scugog discussed as Blackstock rental request comes forward
DAN CEARNS The Standard SCUGOG: A report on the use of a vacant building for storage space led to a discussion on the availability of...

Dan Cearns
Oct 31, 20232 min read


Uxbridge Trail Hub Hosting North Durham Business Forum in November
COURTNEY McCLURE The Standard NORTH DURHAM: On Tuesday, November 14th, there will be a North Durham Building Business Forum. The forum...
Courtney McClure
Oct 31, 20231 min read
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