Community

Santa is coming to Kawartha Lakes
A history of Saint Nick in our area
The rituals have scarcely changed over the years. Families bundled up in scarves and mittens make their way downtown to watch a parade in which the most distinguished participant brings up the rear, serenaded by the strains of festive music.

From Bahamas to Fenelon Falls: New Anglican priest loves small town life
When I visited St. James Anglican Church in Fenelon Falls on a warm Sunday morning, hoping to talk Father Alvardo Adderley, I was told it would be best to wait until after the session.

Volunteers for Victoria County Disaster Trust Fund help people impacted by fire
Grant Peters just recently retired from his roles in a service group that has been playing an under-the-radar role since 1983.

Parks Canada says Bobcaygeon swing bridge won’t be ready until spring
Parks Canada regrets to inform the public that the re-opening of Bobcaygeon Swing Bridge to vehicle traffic is delayed until spring 2022.

To preserve and protect: Conservation officers in Kawartha Lakes
Mid-November of 1892 saw Lindsay artist W.A. Goodwin join well-known hunter Joe Thornhill on a week-long jaunt into the wilds of Digby Township in the north end of Victoria County.

OPP Auxiliary looking for volunteers
The City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is looking for dedicated volunteers to join the local OPP Auxiliary Program.

Downeyville’s different kind of bottle drive
It’s doubtful the story behind a community hall’s bottle drive would make it to the airwaves of the country’s national radio broadcaster – not since the passing of Stuart McLean, certainly.

