Environment
250 trees and shrubs planted, spearheaded by Lindsay couple
An incredible 250 trees and shrubs were planted recently at Lavender-Blu EcoFarm in Seagrave, spearheaded by a Lindsay couple who operate ‘Plant… Continue reading “250 trees and shrubs planted, spearheaded by Lindsay couple”
Single-use plastics and Styrofoam: Kawartha Lakes considering voluntary ban
At the November 5 Committee of the Whole, staff brought forward a recommendation to Council for a voluntary ban of… Continue reading “Single-use plastics and Styrofoam: Kawartha Lakes considering voluntary ban”
From the ashes, a new beginning
Last month the Advocate reported on the loss of the 13 trees in Lindsay’s tiny Peace Park, located just north of… Continue reading “From the ashes, a new beginning”
Climate science gathering talks solutions
Yesterday, around 75 community members in Lindsay attended a presentation addressing latest climate science and the causes and impacts of… Continue reading “Climate science gathering talks solutions”
Fenelon Falls joins Lindsay in climate strike action
Thanks to organizing efforts by 17-year old Abby Jardine, Fenelon Falls joined other parts of Canada and much of the… Continue reading “Fenelon Falls joins Lindsay in climate strike action”
Students take climate change action to the streets
Scores of students streamed out of school and into civic action in Lindsay and Fenelon Falls today to demand action… Continue reading “Students take climate change action to the streets”
Herbicide use on City roads: Safe or Hazardous?
Some residents have noticed signs of herbicide use along the shoulders of Kawartha Lakes’ roads and wonder what the consequences… Continue reading “Herbicide use on City roads: Safe or Hazardous?”
