Business

Mark Reid bids farewell to Valu-mart

After 23 years of owning Reid’s Valu-mart, Mark Reid has recently retired. However, his history with the store goes back… Continue reading “Mark Reid bids farewell to Valu-mart”

Strong customer service earns Lindsay’s Home Building Centre regional award

Lindsay’s Home Building Centre and Design Centre have recently been named the best in the central region. To receive an… Continue reading “Strong customer service earns Lindsay’s Home Building Centre regional award”

Shoppers find their habits changing as small business owners keep adapting

As the holiday season approaches, many have started their Christmas shopping, and for some it looks a little different than… Continue reading “Shoppers find their habits changing as small business owners keep adapting”

Holiday Passport programs return to Lindsay and Fenelon Falls

Holiday Passports are back in Kawartha Lakes this year. Both Lindsay and Fenelon Falls have had their own version of… Continue reading “Holiday Passport programs return to Lindsay and Fenelon Falls”

Angeline Street to expand to five lanes near hospital

Plan raises questions for local businesses

Angeline Street North will be expanding from three lanes to five between Colborne Street and Kent Street. The proposed design… Continue reading “Angeline Street to expand to five lanes near hospital”

Sprinkles n’ Things whips up sweet success in Omemee

When Amanda Mitchell opened her café Sprinkles n’ Things in Bethany in 2017, it started as a cake business after… Continue reading “Sprinkles n’ Things whips up sweet success in Omemee”

Kawartha Lakes ‘living wage’ now $22.20 according to new 2025 data

Minimum wage not high enough to cover expenses

Recent data from the Ontario Living Wage Network revealed that a living wage in Kawartha Lakes is now $22.20 per… Continue reading “Kawartha Lakes ‘living wage’ now $22.20 according to new 2025 data”