Social Issues

Students in grades 4, 5 and 6 are invited to share what home means to them in an annual national… Continue reading “Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region kicks off national student writing contest”

Late last year, the Ontario Living Wage Network (OLWN) announced their calculations for the amount of money it takes for… Continue reading “Barely getting by”

I admit it. I’ve disposed of my share of mould-growing science projects pulled from the back of the fridge. I’ve… Continue reading “Waste is such a waste”

Looking for a truly special gift this holiday season? Want to memorialize a loved one in a way that directly… Continue reading ““Buy a Brick” this Christmas in support of APCH”

Jane Chapman, chair of the board for Women’s Resources, is asking for help from the community to complete the renovation… Continue reading “Women’s Resources needs help to ‘Open The Door’”

United Way for the City of Kawartha Lakes is encouraging City of Kawartha Lakes residents to team up, fundraise, and… Continue reading “Lindsay welcomes The Coldest Night of the Year on Feb. 24”

Kawartha Lakes Council has approved a full-time facility for assisting people who are homeless and those living on the street…. Continue reading “Integrated care hub for people experiencing homelessness coming to Lindsay”