Municipal

City proposes tree preservation bylaw
In a heat wave, we can keep cool in air-conditioned spaces. If that’s not possible, we can head for our… Continue reading “City proposes tree preservation bylaw”

Kawartha Lakes working towards Bird Friendly City certification
The municipality is taking significant strides toward achieving Bird Friendly City Certification, an initiative aimed at protecting and supporting bird… Continue reading “Kawartha Lakes working towards Bird Friendly City certification”

CAO says city is attempting to manage extraordinary growth
Local business owners wonder if we’re ready but also see opportunities
Wally Nugent, owner of Wally’s Haircutting for Men, has been working in the downtown for 51 years in five different… Continue reading “CAO says city is attempting to manage extraordinary growth”

Kawartha Lakes Food Source looks to create vegetable gardens near social housing
Heather Kirby, executive director of Kawartha Lakes Food Source (KLFS), asked the city to set aside $6,400 in their 2024… Continue reading “Kawartha Lakes Food Source looks to create vegetable gardens near social housing”

Kawartha Lakes council hosts meeting to hear public input on proposed 2024 Budget
Members of the public are welcome to attend an evening meeting about the proposed 2024 city budget, taking place in… Continue reading “Kawartha Lakes council hosts meeting to hear public input on proposed 2024 Budget”

Tax increase of 6 per cent possible, says CAO, unless money found by trimming budget costs
CAO Ron Taylor made it clear to council that local citizens could face tax increases of more than six per… Continue reading “Tax increase of 6 per cent possible, says CAO, unless money found by trimming budget costs”

Bobcaygeon swing bridge open to the public as of October 20, 2023
Parks Canada advises that the Bobcaygeon Swing Bridge is now open to vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Parks Canada would like… Continue reading “Bobcaygeon swing bridge open to the public as of October 20, 2023”

