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Ward 5 byelection on April 10 to fill vacant seat

At a special meeting, Kawartha Lakes council approved the timing and structure for the Ward 5 byelection to replace Eric… Continue reading “Ward 5 byelection on April 10 to fill vacant seat”

Shelly Totino moved to Lindsay with her family in September 2024

Newcomer

The Lindsay Advocate: Why did you choose to move to here? Shelly Totino: We chose Lindsay for its affordability. As… Continue reading “Shelly Totino moved to Lindsay with her family in September 2024”

By the numbers: Ontario votes in 2025

Election date – Thursday February 27, 2025. Length of Campaign – 28 days. Provincial leaders – Doug Ford Progressive Conservatives,… Continue reading “By the numbers: Ontario votes in 2025”

Upcoming road closure for critical upgrades on Bobcaygeon swing bridge

In November of last year, Parks Canada released an update advising that work was beginning on the installation of the… Continue reading “Upcoming road closure for critical upgrades on Bobcaygeon swing bridge”

Service clubs continue to seek new members to stay relevant for community

Mike Puffer recalls how when he joined the Rotary Club of Lindsay in 2018, the chapter had almost 40 members…. Continue reading “Service clubs continue to seek new members to stay relevant for community”

City councillor’s son killed in ATV accident

Ron Ashmore says his son, ‘had such a great future ahead of him’

Kawartha Lakes City Councillor Ron Ashmore has lost his second-eldest son, Michael Ashmore, 29, who was killed in an ATV… Continue reading “City councillor’s son killed in ATV accident”

ATV accident claims life of 29-year-old man

A 29-year-old man is dead after a serious ATV collision on Snug Harbour Road. On Jan. 18, at approximately 7… Continue reading “ATV accident claims life of 29-year-old man”