Two Kawartha Lakes’ paramedics receive exemplary service medals

Hill’s Florist still blooming after 80 years

When Percy Hill was a child he had polio, so his father built him a greenhouse so he had something… Continue reading “Hill’s Florist still blooming after 80 years”

Five Counties Children’s Centre marks another record-setting year

It may sound like a broken record, but how better to describe the all-time highs that Five Counties Children’s Centre… Continue reading “Five Counties Children’s Centre marks another record-setting year”

A reunion of Worsleys

Every summer, families gather across Kawartha Lakes to share stories, laughter, and the simple joy of being together. For the… Continue reading “A reunion of Worsleys”

Protest-inspired art exhibit gives voice to women in politics

Ahead of the Advocate’s upcoming panel discussion about the treatment of women in politics taking place at Kindred on July… Continue reading “Protest-inspired art exhibit gives voice to women in politics”

Step up to reduce kids’ digital overload

Recent federal government moves aimed at increasing online safety for young people are, generally speaking, a step in the right… Continue reading “Step up to reduce kids’ digital overload”

TVOkids’ Trading Skills spotlights Fleming College’s one-of-a-kind blasting program

Fleming College’s Frost Campus will be making an appearance on TVOkids docuseries Trading Skills. The show follows kid hosts Akeylah… Continue reading “TVOkids’ Trading Skills spotlights Fleming College’s one-of-a-kind blasting program”

Calendar ambush

A few weeks ago, I sat down with my laptop with a level of determination usually reserved for university applications…. Continue reading “Calendar ambush”