Environment

Imagining a plastic-free life

Imagine that you are standing on the water tower in Fenelon Falls, looking as far as the eye can see…. Continue reading “Imagining a plastic-free life”

Bobcaygeon Communities in Bloom project reaps rewards

Bobcaygeon has earned a prestigious ‘four blooms’ (out of five) with a special mention for community involvement, as well as… Continue reading “Bobcaygeon Communities in Bloom project reaps rewards”

How to eat local all winter long

It was a hot evening when we visited with José after his shift in the papaya factory in Belize. We… Continue reading “How to eat local all winter long”

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”

Seven reasons why we need trees

We have all noticed it lately while driving around the Kawartha Lakes. A farm goes up for sale. Once sold,… Continue reading “Seven reasons why we need trees”

Joe Valas has been the ‘bee’s knees’ to customers for 60 years

Joe Valas never intended to be a full-time beekeeper, but for 60 years, honey fans in the Kawartha Lakes have… Continue reading “Joe Valas has been the ‘bee’s knees’ to customers for 60 years”

Four projects showcase Fleming as leader in environmental, natural sciences

School’s not yet out at Fleming College’s Frost Campus where the summer semester is just now winding down for some… Continue reading “Four projects showcase Fleming as leader in environmental, natural sciences”