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Brioche and books: How Omemee keeps getting cooler

For many people, Omemee will always be the coolest place in the Kawarthas simply on the alone of Neil Young… Continue reading “Brioche and books: How Omemee keeps getting cooler”

Academy staff quits ‘stressful’ environment; Board pushes back against early meeting

The Academy Theatre’s long-time manager of administrative services, Loretta Kingston, has quit, as has box office support staff member, Penny… Continue reading “Academy staff quits ‘stressful’ environment; Board pushes back against early meeting”

Powerless guards mired in poor working conditions at Lindsay’s Super Jail

Justice for Soli: Nation wide vigil on Sunday

On Sunday, December 15, hundreds of Canadians will attend vigils in seven cities across the country — including nearby Peterborough… Continue reading “Justice for Soli: Nation wide vigil on Sunday”

Pat O’Reilly new deputy mayor as voted by Council

Pat O’Reilly, councillor for Ward 7 was elected as the Deputy Mayor of Kawartha Lakes for the 2020 term, effective… Continue reading “Pat O’Reilly new deputy mayor as voted by Council”

Farm country, Canadian Shield…anything but “cottage country”

Have your say: City’s strategic plan for next 4 years

At the December 10 Council meeting, Council was presented with a draft of the new Strategic Plan 2020-2023. Brenda Stonehouse,… Continue reading “Have your say: City’s strategic plan for next 4 years”

David Morrison: The sound of band music

David Morrison: The sound of band music

In its first year in existence the Kawartha Lakes Concert Band performed two concerts. The first happened just three months… Continue reading “David Morrison: The sound of band music”

Affordable rural housing a challenge to find in nearby Haliburton County

“Apartment for rent $1,600.00 per month, no kids, no pets, no smokers.” This ad sums up the difficulty facing many… Continue reading “Affordable rural housing a challenge to find in nearby Haliburton County”