Development charges being reviewed in City to support housing, growth

Two arrested after stabbing incident on Peel Street

Two people are in custody following a stabbing incident that occurred on Jan. 10, at a residence on Peel Street…. Continue reading “Two arrested after stabbing incident on Peel Street”

Dianne Lister and Michael Harris selected for Art à la Carte exhibition

Kawartha Art Gallery recently announced that works by Gallery Member artists Dianne Lister and Michael Harris have been selected for… Continue reading “Dianne Lister and Michael Harris selected for Art à la Carte exhibition”

New immigrants in Kawartha Lakes face employment and belonging challenges

When Calvin Baalaboore immigrated to Lindsay from Ghana in 2024, he couldn’t help but feel lonely. With no established connections… Continue reading “New immigrants in Kawartha Lakes face employment and belonging challenges”

Businesses and non profits hit hard by new provincial recycling rules

Changes to Ontario’s blue box program have taken effect this year, with new recycling rules being implemented in Kawartha Lakes…. Continue reading “Businesses and non profits hit hard by new provincial recycling rules”

Provincial recycling changes are garbage

The shock is still setting in. As of Jan. 1, 2026, there’s no curbside recycling pickup for small businesses, not-for-profit… Continue reading “Provincial recycling changes are garbage”

Blue Monday

The third Monday in January (Jan. 19 this year) is known as Blue Monday and is commonly referred to as… Continue reading “Blue Monday”

Fatal collision: 27-year-old local man dies

The City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a fatal collision involving a pickup… Continue reading “Fatal collision: 27-year-old local man dies”