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We'll make sure you're aware of recent changes and developments that may affect your cottage life in the Kawartha Lakes. For example, the garbage truck will pass your garbage by this cottage season if you don't put it out in a clear bag. (The municipality introduced new regulations on January 1 of this year.) Tax changes for waterfront properties, shifts in the handling of maintenance costs for unassumed roads, and proposals for local development could affect your pocketbook or your quality of life at your waterfront getaway.

Forest fire not contained yet

As of Monday morning on July 9, the forest fire in north Kawartha Lakes area is still active. Please pay...
07/12/2018
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Forest fire in the Carden area

Officials are working to contain a forest fire in north Kawartha Lakes. MyKawartha reported, "Kawartha Lakes Fire Rescue Platoon Chief...
07/11/2018
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Read about Kawartha Lakes!

MyKawartha reported that local authors are being celebrated in a new book! There was a book published by local authors...
07/09/2018
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It’s HOT!

It is very hot in Kawartha Lakes. It's so hot, there's an extreme heat warning that is expected to continue into...
07/02/2018
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Local bus service news

MyKawartha.com reported that a free public bus service is being tested in Kawartha Lakes. They said, "The new service, which is...
06/30/2018
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Bear safety reminders

There have been a few bear encounters in the area lately, so it is a good time to brush up...
06/18/2018
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Kawartha Lakes Downtown Dreams finalists

Finalists have been announced for the Kawartha Lakes Downtown Dreams contest! "Applicants were asked to describe their business idea, offer...
06/13/2018
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Award named in honor of local woman

Kawartha Lakes Food Source has a new annual award, named after superstar 16-year volunteer Barbara Truax. "This year’s (and the...
06/07/2018
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Myers lake noise restrictions

Myers Lake has imposed some quite strict noise restrictions! The Globe and Mail reported that they, "passed a special bylaw...
05/28/2018
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Tick safety

Summer is prime time for ticks so here are some tips to keep safe! Check yourself for ticks often because...
05/22/2018
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Summer camp coming up!

The city of Kawartha Lakes has now opened up registration for its summer camps! MyKawartha.com reported, "The City of Kawartha...
05/16/2018
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Work to be done on Canada’s alert system

Many have been confused and frustrated by the emergency alert tests and its first true alert across Canada recently. Global...
05/16/2018
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Fundraiser for local woman

A GoFundMe campaign has been launched for a local woman whose leg will be amputated next week. Beth Collins has...
05/14/2018
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Volunteers from Kawartha Lakes recognized

At Kawartha Waterfront Realty, we are so proud to live in a community filled with wonderful, giving people. MyKawartha.com reported, "There...
04/30/2018
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Local agriculture

Agriculture is part of the local economy in Kawartha Lakes - but it has changed over the years. MyKawartha.com reported,...
04/30/2018
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Muskoka throwback photo

Check out this historical throwback nearby! Muskokaregion.com posted three photos of the Muskoka Cottage Sanatorium taken in 1910. They said, "What was...
04/30/2018
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Parking in Kawartha Lakes

We know how amazing Kawartha Lakes is, so we are not at all surprised that it is growing! But, with...
04/30/2018
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Cottagers unite at Skeleton Lake

Concerns about a proposed quarry close to Skeleton Lake have brought residents and cottagers together to oppose the project. They...
04/23/2018
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Transit possibilities

Is public transit a want or a need? A committee thinks it should be a right and a priority. Mykawartha.com...
04/12/2018
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Stop illegal dumping

Kawartha Lakes is an incred-inline-blockle place - especially because of our beautiful natural areas. That's why it is so important...
04/12/2018
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Fire ban

Due to dry conditions in the Kawartha Lakes area, a burn ban is now in effect. Firefighters have put out...
04/05/2018
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