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Lack of Early Childhood Educators affecting daycare space access
Education Minister Stephen Lecce and local MPP Laurie Scott took have been promoting Kawartha Lakes daycare facilities, touting the joint federal-provincial plan they claimed would create 86,000 new daycare spaces across Ontario by 2026.
Staff recommends pilot recycling project become permanent
In a report presented to the Committee of the Whole on April 4, David Kerr, manager for environmental services, recommended council approve a permanent bulky plastic recycling program (BPRP) for Kawartha Lakes.
Fenelon Falls could be getting a new city park with local fundraising help
Kawartha Lakes is seriously considering turning a piece of city owned property on Juniper Street in Fenelon Falls into a public park with the help of local fundraising and promises from neighbours to assist in maintaining the property.
Short term rentals could be funded through licenses; plans for inspections could happen as early as this summer
Despite considerable pushback from numerous short-term rental owners, Kawartha Lakes council has decided to take another step forward with its plan to license and inspect the 600-800 short-term rentals (STRs) in the city.
Free rain barrels in Fenelon Falls thanks to community effort
April showers may bring May flowers, but they can also put stress on local sewer systems and roads.
The Starlight Ball will help Globus Theatre raise money at a signature gala fundraiser
Globus Theatre is turning 20 and that deserves a party to end all parties — so why not join in the festivities?
Jump in the Lake challenge
For the fourth straight year, residents in the Coboconk area will be jumping in the lake in support of the Coboconk and Area Foodbank. The fourth annual Jump in the Lake Challenge takes place Saturday May 6 at 2 pm.
