Inaugural Kawartha Lakes Winter Festival set for Feb. 1

The Sarah McDonald affair of 1911

Lindsay’s William Street, in 1911, was supposed to be a thoroughfare of progress and respectability. At its foot was the… Continue reading “The Sarah McDonald affair of 1911”

Eric Smeaton named new executive director of Kawartha Community Foundation

The Kawartha Community Foundation has announced the appointment of Eric Smeaton as its new executive director, effective March 2. Smeaton… Continue reading “Eric Smeaton named new executive director of Kawartha Community Foundation”

Black History Month event for everyone Sat. Feb 21

Kawartha Lakes will be celebrating Black History Month on Saturday Feb. 21 at Celebrations in Lindsay from 3 p.m. to… Continue reading “Black History Month event for everyone Sat. Feb 21”

Solar MindSet teaches kids how solar power really works

In September, Ampere released the Solar MindSet, a solar power kit that encourages youth to understand the power of renewable… Continue reading “Solar MindSet teaches kids how solar power really works”

Local Kawartha Lakes Youth Award nominations now open

If you know someone between the ages of 11-24 and you want to give them recognition for their hard work… Continue reading “Local Kawartha Lakes Youth Award nominations now open”

Lettuce stand firm

It’s the middle of February, and all you want is a salad. Some romaine or mixed greens, celery for crunch,… Continue reading “Lettuce stand firm”

Child-care challenge when it comes to access

Access to child-care centres for children five and younger has improved across most communities in Kawartha Lakes and Haliburton since… Continue reading “Child-care challenge when it comes to access”