DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard SCUGOG: The race for Scugog Township council is taking shape, as voters set to choose from contested fields for mayor, regional councillor, and all five ward councillor positions, in October. With nomination day just around the corner, 17 candidates are currently listed for the Township’s seven municipal offices, setting the stage for a competitive election campaign across Scugog. Mayor Wilma Wotten is seekin

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: After years of working out of aging and repurposed facilities, Kawartha Lakes paramedics are one step closer to having a home designed specifically for the work they do. The City of Kawartha Lakes officially broke ground, Tuesday, August 4th, on the future Kawartha Lakes Paramedic Service Headquarters, at 230 Angeline Street South in Lindsay. City officials, current and former paramedics, staf

The Port Perry Agricultural Society (PPAS) welcomes the community's extraordinary response to July 13th's Special Council meeting, and thanks every resident who showed up, spoke up, and made clear that the Port Perry Fairgrounds are not for sale. But the PPAS will not mistake a deferral for a victory. The uncertainty that has put this organization and this community's most beloved institution at risk has not been resolved. It has simply been postponed. Let's be direct about w

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: A long-term plan for improvements to MacLeod Park, in Cannington, has taken another step forward, with Brock Township Council endorsing the park’s refined concept plan, at its July 27th meeting. The plan sets out a phased approach to upgrading the community park, with a focus on accessibility, safety, active recreation and environmental sustainability. Council identified three priorities for the plan:

DARRYL KNIGHT Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for The Standard BROCK: A major infrastructure project, the construction of a new Beaver River Bridge, is set to get underway this week, on Regional Road 15, in the Township of Brock. It is expected to continue into late 2027. The Regional Municipality of Durham has hired Esposito Bros. Construction Ltd. to replace the existing temporary modular bridge, over the Beaver River. The contractor is expected to be on site, during t

by Shawn Lackie Have you ever heard the saying, “Old Habits die hard?” It still resonates to this day. Except, some old habits are making a comeback, especially in the Real Estate (RE) world and for some, these “old Habits” have never left. Take Dan Maundrell, for example. Dan has been a veteran of the RE wars for almost 35 years, and to this day, he still carries out some of the traditions which were his calling card all those years ago. The operative word is Calling. Dan is

BRANDON CLARK The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: Kawartha Lakes residents are invited to spend an evening enjoying classic vehicles and community spirit, at the Victoria Manor Car Show, on Thursday, September 10th. At this free event, visitors can walk through a display of classic cars and trucks and connect with residents. A raffle will also be held, with proceeds supporting the Victoria Manor Residents’ Council. The event takes place from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Residents can find the c

COLLEEN GREEN The Standard SCUGOG: RoyPop Candy officially celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, on Friday, July 24th, welcoming community leaders, supporters and residents to its new location, at 76 Water Street, in Port Perry. Joining owners, Margret Kizza and Ronald Magala, for the celebration were: Scugog Mayor, Wilma Wotten; Durham Regional Chair, John Henry; Doug Ellis, representing MPP Todd McCarthy's office; Ward 3 Councillor, Terry Coyne; membe

SIERRA MILLER Strategic Planning & Communications Officer, Township of Uxbridge UXBRIDGE: Just after 4 p.m., on July 21st, the Uxbridge Public Library was impacted by a fire, caused by a lightning strike. The Uxbridge Fire Department responded quickly, arriving on scene and extinguishing the fire before significant damage occurred. During the incident, library staff acted quickly, to secure the site. All library staff and camp participants were safely evacuated, and no injuri