Community

Ross Memorial gets new CFO

RMH tests 800 people for COVID-19 so far; paramedics start in-home assessments

During this challenging time, our team’s primary focus is on COVID-19 preparation. We have seen a significant increase in the… Continue reading “RMH tests 800 people for COVID-19 so far; paramedics start in-home assessments”

All conservation areas close down, including Ken Reid

Effective Tuesday, March 24 all conservation areas within the Kawartha Conservation watershed will be closed to the public. Included in… Continue reading “All conservation areas close down, including Ken Reid”

Mask quality an issue for local nurses; RMH says public health rules being followed

Mask quality an issue for local nurses; RMH says public health rules being followed

A simple surgical mask or an N95 mask…does it matter what nurses use in the battle against COVID-19? For the… Continue reading “Mask quality an issue for local nurses; RMH says public health rules being followed”

Kawartha Lakes launches Community Paramedic Pilot Program

Council extends paramedic pilot program for seniors for nine months

At the regular council meeting on March 19, council extended the community paramedic pilot program that was set to expire… Continue reading “Council extends paramedic pilot program for seniors for nine months”

RMH in danger of losing hospital status, says OHC: ‘We have to stop this legislation’

First death related to COVID-19 at Ross Memorial Hospital

The local health unit is reporting the first death in Kawartha Lakes related to COVID-19. The individual, a man in… Continue reading “First death related to COVID-19 at Ross Memorial Hospital”

Eclectic artist is glass blower, flame worker, and designer

It’s an eclectic body of work, constantly drawing inspiration from images in pop culture. Combine that with her satirical look… Continue reading “Eclectic artist is glass blower, flame worker, and designer”

Three confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Bobcaygeon nursing home

The local Medical Officer of Health today announced three residents of a long-term care home in the City of Kawartha… Continue reading “Three confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Bobcaygeon nursing home”