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Resistance is not futile: Fight for Ross Memorial because threat to services is real, says OHC

In a scathing indictment of hospital mergers that have occurred with shocking regularity across Ontario the past few decades, the… Continue reading “Resistance is not futile: Fight for Ross Memorial because threat to services is real, says OHC”

Giving caregivers ‘powerful tools’ to manage

At first glance, the numbers are overwhelming, until you pause to think about them. It is estimated that in North… Continue reading “Giving caregivers ‘powerful tools’ to manage”

The violin bowmaker and his mystery machine

“I like high precision and ultimate control over mechanical things.” That’s George MacArthur speaking, and he’s not overstating. George is… Continue reading “The violin bowmaker and his mystery machine”

Board finds needed $2 million in estimated teacher sick leave

As the Trillium Lakelands District School Board grapples with a $2 million funding shortfall in expected revenues, it found the… Continue reading “Board finds needed $2 million in estimated teacher sick leave”

Local man draws attention to ‘awful’ litter near Rainbow Bridge in Lindsay

Jason Brain is by no means the first local resident to be dismayed by litter in our community and take… Continue reading “Local man draws attention to ‘awful’ litter near Rainbow Bridge in Lindsay”

Health Coalition organizes meetings to talk about proposed merger’s impact

Citizens concerned about the impact of the proposed ‘integration’ of the Ross Memorial Hospital and the Peterborough Regional Health Centre… Continue reading “Health Coalition organizes meetings to talk about proposed merger’s impact”

Local federal candidates square off with different visions for riding, country

Letham signs joint letter requesting Feds take over Basic Income Pilot

City of Kawartha Lakes Mayor Andy Letham, Hamilton Mayor Fred Eisenberger along with Chris Friel, Mayor of Brantford, and Keith… Continue reading “Letham signs joint letter requesting Feds take over Basic Income Pilot”