Health

Health unit further clarifies mandatory mask announcement

The local Health Unit is clarifying its instructions about mandatory mask wearing in commercial premises — a policy that takes… Continue reading “Health unit further clarifies mandatory mask announcement”

Local health unit makes masks mandatory in local businesses

Under instructions issued by the local Medical Officer of Health, area businesses will have to have a policy in place… Continue reading “Local health unit makes masks mandatory in local businesses”

Eleven unresolved community cases of COVID-19 in city

There are 11 unresolved COVID-19 cases in Kawartha Lakes, according to the local health unit, all of whom are self-isolating… Continue reading “Eleven unresolved community cases of COVID-19 in city”

Health Unit Offices Reopen to the Public

Following the implementation of the second stage of the province’s reopening plan, the local health unit will again welcome members… Continue reading “Health Unit Offices Reopen to the Public”

Pinecrest suspect outbreak lifted; Fenelon Court sees staff member test positive

Fenelon Court Long Term Care Home saw an outbreak declared on June 11 after one symptomatic resident tested positive for… Continue reading “Pinecrest suspect outbreak lifted; Fenelon Court sees staff member test positive”

Area non-profits get more than $300,000 to help cope with pandemic losses

Boys and Girls Club moves to offer childcare, summer camp

The Boys and Girls Club of Kawartha Lakes (BGCKL) is developing plans to offer licensed childcare and in-person summer camp… Continue reading “Boys and Girls Club moves to offer childcare, summer camp”

Fenelon Court involved in outbreak; Pinecrest has ‘suspect outbreak’

The local public health unit says that an outbreak has been declared at the Fenelon Court Long Term Care Home… Continue reading “Fenelon Court involved in outbreak; Pinecrest has ‘suspect outbreak’”