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Bobcaygeon & Lindsay news
by Patricia Dawson Come out to the Bobcaygeon Farmers' Market on September 20th, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 47 Mansfield Street, in...

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Sep 18, 20251 min read


Zephyr & Sandford News
by Pat Asling There were quite a few celebrations of various types again this week! We start with Geoff Carpentier, our outstanding...

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Sep 18, 20253 min read


Epsom & Utica News
by Faye Ashton The Bethesda Reach Women’s Institute is once again having its annual Fall Fashion and Dessert Show at the Senior Centre,...

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Sep 18, 20252 min read


Zephyr & Sandford news
by Pat Asling Before proceeding, I must make a clarification. A week or so ago, I mentioned Joan and Rod Sine and the contribution they...

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Sep 11, 20253 min read


Epsom & Utica News
By Faye Ashton The Bethesda-Reach Women’s Institute is once again having its annual Fall Fashion and Dessert Show at the Seniors’ Centre,...

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Sep 11, 20251 min read


Beaverton News
By Patricia Dawson Bring the whole family to the Beaverton Fall Fair, happening September 12th to 13th, for a weekend of country vibes,...

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Sep 11, 20251 min read


Zephyr & Sandford News
by Pat Asling Sunday, the last day of August! Well, it sure felt more like November these last couple of mornings when the temps were +6C...

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Sep 5, 20252 min read


Greenbank & Sunderland News
by Larry Doble The Greenbank Lions are selling 55 pound bags of fall fertilizer 7-27-27 for $50 with free delivery to your home in late...

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Sep 5, 20251 min read


Blackstock News
by Janet Van Camp This is a busy week for many families as students, teachers, and administrators head back to school. Wishing all of you...

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Sep 5, 20251 min read


Epsom & Utica News
by Faye Ashton Hopefully, all have enjoyed this summer so far, as the forecast tells us we are heading into cooler weather, almost...

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Aug 28, 20252 min read


Zephyr & Sandford News
by Pat Asling It’s been a busy week for celebrations. Tour leader Lynn Roach-Bernier celebrated at home, although often she is tripping...

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Aug 28, 20254 min read


Bobcaygeon News
by Patricia Dawson A Scavenger hunt will take place Saturday, August 30th, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., for kids at the Bobcaygeon...

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Aug 28, 20251 min read


Zephyr & Sandford News
by Pat Asling There were several celestial events happening this week, but I missed them all. Smoke and early morning cloud didn’t help....

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Aug 21, 20254 min read


Epsom & Utica News
by Faye Ashton This morning’s 10 degrees Celsius is a complete reversal from the 32-degree temperatures we have been experiencing. Have...

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Aug 21, 20251 min read


Lindsay, Oakwood & Bobcaygeon News
By Patricia Dawson Kawartha Lakes Classic Cycling Tour returns August 23rd to benefit Lindsay's homeless shelter. Starting in Oakwood...

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Aug 21, 20252 min read


Epsom & Utica News
by Faye Ashton It’s hard not to complain about this lengthy, very hot and dry spell. I’m sure even if you’re on holiday, the weather is...

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Aug 13, 20251 min read


Zephyr & Sandford News
by Pat Asling It is mid-August, and more than half of 2025 has slipped away, and we have had a real diversity of weather. This heat...

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Aug 13, 20254 min read


Beaverton, Uxbridge & Lindsay News
By Patricia Dawson Bring the kids out for a summer reading party at the Beaverton Town Hall on August 23rd from 10:45 a.m. to noon. Join...

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Aug 13, 20251 min read


Zephyr & Sandford News
by Pat Asling August! Is it possible? Half of 2025 is gone already. There has been a great diversity of weather over the last few...

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Aug 7, 20252 min read


Epsom & Utica News
by Faye Ashton Some farmers have started combining wheat while just finishing the second cut of hay, heading into a busy and stressful...

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Jul 30, 20251 min read
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