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Dr. Fraser Barratt accepts family practice in Fenelon Falls

The Kawartha Lakes Health Care Initiative (KLHCI) and the Kawartha North Family Health Team (KNFHT) are pleased to announce that… Continue reading “Dr. Fraser Barratt accepts family practice in Fenelon Falls”

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”

Proposed budget features tax increase just under 7 per cent

The city unveiled its proposed 2026 budget, featuring a 6.75 per cent tax increase to support municipal services and infrastructure… Continue reading “Proposed budget features tax increase just under 7 per cent”

RMH Foundation holiday appeal seeks support for what matters most

Whether you’ve lived here all your life or you are new to Kawartha Lakes, what matters most for you and… Continue reading “RMH Foundation holiday appeal seeks support for what matters most”

Shoebox Project helps local women affected by homelessness

Local resident Kerri Murphy is once again seeking support from the Kawartha Lakes community in her efforts to reduce the… Continue reading “Shoebox Project helps local women affected by homelessness”

Kawartha Lakes residents honour veterans at Lindsay Cenotaph

More than 150 Kawartha Lakes residents came out to the Lindsay Cenotaph to pay respect to the men and women… Continue reading “Kawartha Lakes residents honour veterans at Lindsay Cenotaph”