News Briefs
OECTA reaches tentative agreement with government
The Ontario English Catholic Teachers’ Association (OECTA) has reached a tentative agreement with the Ontario Catholic School Trustees’ Association and… Continue reading “OECTA reaches tentative agreement with government”
ETFO suspends rotating strikes due to COVID-19
In view of COVID-19, the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) is suspending rotating strike action scheduled to begin on… Continue reading “ETFO suspends rotating strikes due to COVID-19”
Dodgeball tournament for local youth: Optimist Club initiative
When that ball comes whipping by competitors at the annual Optimist Club dodgeball tournament, they’re not likely thinking of the… Continue reading “Dodgeball tournament for local youth: Optimist Club initiative”
Man arrested for theft of Humane Society fundraiser box
On February 28, 2020, the Kawartha Lakes Police Service arrested the man responsible for the theft of a donation box… Continue reading “Man arrested for theft of Humane Society fundraiser box”
Sew close? Winning entries for IPM 2020 quilt block challenge
The first competition of the 2020 International Plowing Match and Rural Expo (IPM) is in the books, courtesy of the… Continue reading “Sew close? Winning entries for IPM 2020 quilt block challenge”
Local maple syrup producers getting ready for first tapping
A sure sign that spring is just about ready to shrug winter off its shoulders in this part of the… Continue reading “Local maple syrup producers getting ready for first tapping”
Donation box stolen from Humane Society fundraiser
Monday February 24, 2020 was National Cupcake Day for SPCAs and Humane Societies across Canada. Many local businesses, restaurants, offices… Continue reading “Donation box stolen from Humane Society fundraiser”
