Kawartha Lakes Weekly

Saucy Willow Inn wins heritage award

The owners of the Saucy Willow Inn have received the Osprey Heritage Award in the heritage restoration/adaptive reuse category from… Continue reading “Saucy Willow Inn wins heritage award”

Businesses and non profits hit hard by new provincial recycling rules

Changes to Ontario’s blue box program have taken effect this year, with new recycling rules being implemented in Kawartha Lakes…. Continue reading “Businesses and non profits hit hard by new provincial recycling rules”

Provincial recycling changes are garbage

The shock is still setting in. As of Jan. 1, 2026, there’s no curbside recycling pickup for small businesses, not-for-profit… Continue reading “Provincial recycling changes are garbage”

Blue Monday

The ‘saddest day of the year’ offers a moment to reflect and reconnect

The third Monday in January (Jan. 19 this year) is known as Blue Monday and is commonly referred to as… Continue reading “Blue Monday”

How local gyms keep resolution makers motivated

When thinking of New Year’s resolutions, being more active is often at the top of people’s lists. For Pam Hughson,… Continue reading “How local gyms keep resolution makers motivated”

Make 2026 the year of better conversations

You know the old line about how everyone complains about the weather, but nobody ever does anything about it? The… Continue reading “Make 2026 the year of better conversations”

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”