Kawartha Lakes Weekly

Snowiest January this century in Kawartha Lakes

The 113 cm of accumulation has kept shovels busy

After the warmest fall on record in Ontario, very little snow in November, and only an average accumulation in December,… Continue reading “Snowiest January this century in Kawartha Lakes”

Carroll Baker chooses Kawartha Lakes as a stop on her last tour

On March 25, Lindsay’s Flato Academy Theatre will welcome Canadian country music legend Carroll Baker on her final tour, aptly… Continue reading “Carroll Baker chooses Kawartha Lakes as a stop on her last tour”

Drug poisoning hospitalization rates in Kawartha Lakes higher than provincial average

Presentation to council paints bleak picture of local and national opioid use

A drug poisoning crisis driven by unregulated, synthetic opioids are posing significant health challenges to local residents. Kate Hall, Vidya… Continue reading “Drug poisoning hospitalization rates in Kawartha Lakes higher than provincial average”

Sparkle & Swagger event to support high school athletics in Kawartha Lakes

High school is a time for students to try new things, and athletics plays a vital role in shaping those… Continue reading “Sparkle & Swagger event to support high school athletics in Kawartha Lakes”

City pleased with rollout of organics program

Heather Dzurko, manager of waste management for Kawartha Lakes, is pleased with public acceptance and participation in the first few… Continue reading “City pleased with rollout of organics program”

Ward 5 byelection on April 10 to fill vacant seat

At a special meeting, Kawartha Lakes council approved the timing and structure for the Ward 5 byelection to replace Eric… Continue reading “Ward 5 byelection on April 10 to fill vacant seat”

Service clubs continue to seek new members to stay relevant for community

Mike Puffer recalls how when he joined the Rotary Club of Lindsay in 2018, the chapter had almost 40 members…. Continue reading “Service clubs continue to seek new members to stay relevant for community”