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Curling: A sport for all ages with a rich local history

Sports Advocate

By Amanda Tayles While the town of Lindsay was established in 1857, it was less than 20 years later that… Continue reading “Curling: A sport for all ages with a rich local history”

Health care, education, and downtown businesses

How will massive growth affect these key areas of life in Kawartha Lakes?

The Advocate has been exploring the explosive growth expected in Kawartha Lakes over the next 10 years. With Lindsay’s population… Continue reading “Health care, education, and downtown businesses”

Volunteer firefighter receives Provincial Fire Services Long Service Award for 60 Years of service

On December 9, 2023 Kawartha Lakes Fire Chief Terry Jones presented Mr. John Bailey a Provincial Fire Services Long Service… Continue reading “Volunteer firefighter receives Provincial Fire Services Long Service Award for 60 Years of service”

I.E. Weldon cross country bronze finish at Ontario finals

Sports Advocate

By Amanda Tayles I.E. Weldon Secondary School junior girls (Grade 10) cross country team placed third in the provincial finals… Continue reading “I.E. Weldon cross country bronze finish at Ontario finals”

Diversity of holidays celebrated in December across Kawartha Lakes

Feature

December is a month filled with a rich tapestry of celebrations from various cultural and religious backgrounds. From Hanukkah, the… Continue reading “Diversity of holidays celebrated in December across Kawartha Lakes”

BGC Kawarthas secures $30,000 grant from The Commonwell’s L.E.A.F. program

BGC Kawarthas is thrilled to announce a $30,000 grant from The Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group’s Learning Engagement & Accelerator Fund… Continue reading “BGC Kawarthas secures $30,000 grant from The Commonwell’s L.E.A.F. program”

Gridley’s takes over Chesler Shoes old location

Business Upfront

For over a decade, Michele Sauve has been making handmade soap, a variety of moisturizers, liquid soap, bath products, and… Continue reading “Gridley’s takes over Chesler Shoes old location”