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Homeless encampments dramatically decreased from last year

Police chief outlines busy year, next steps

Kawartha Lakes Police Chief Kirk Robertson is proud of many things from his short time as chief, including their collaboration… Continue reading “Homeless encampments dramatically decreased from last year”

Local family health team calls for action to stabilize primary care at Ontario budget hearings

Dr. Ruth Wilson, a family physician in Kawartha Lakes and president of the City of Kawartha Lakes Family Health Team,… Continue reading “Local family health team calls for action to stabilize primary care at Ontario budget hearings”

Shoppers find their habits changing as small business owners keep adapting

As the holiday season approaches, many have started their Christmas shopping, and for some it looks a little different than… Continue reading “Shoppers find their habits changing as small business owners keep adapting”

Capital budget amendments see project priorities changed, deferred

Kawartha Lakes council passed several amendments to Mayor Doug Elmslie’s proposed 2026 budget during a special meeting recently, including reshuffling… Continue reading “Capital budget amendments see project priorities changed, deferred”

Kawartha Lakes observes National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women

On Dec. 6, we recognize the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. Each year on Nov…. Continue reading “Kawartha Lakes observes National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women”

AI: A Cautionary Tale

A former journalism colleague of mine went on to sit as a Liberal in Alberta’s legislative assembly. His son, as… Continue reading “AI: A Cautionary Tale”

TLDSB shares 2024-2025 EQAO assessment scores

On Dec. 3, the Education Quality and Assessment Office (EQAO) released the latest results for school boards in Ontario from… Continue reading “TLDSB shares 2024-2025 EQAO assessment scores”