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Photo Round Up - July 31st, 2025
Every week, we share a photo round up of photos that were submitted to us. We select our favourite as that week’s feature photo. Let us know which pictures you love most!

An Insider’s Guide to Surviving the August Long Weekend in Fenelon Falls
It’s the Civic long weekend, and we all know what that means. If the first things that come to mind are traffic jams and packed stores, you’re not alone. But we’re here to remind you that the August long weekend is more than just a busy few days; it’s the kickoff to the final month of summer.
There’s an Art to Saying Thanks, as These Talented Young Artists Demonstrate
Expressing gratitude is an art, and at Five Counties Children’s Centre, that sentiment is being brought to life during its 50th anniversary through the creativity of one of its young clients.

Kawartha Lakes Fire Rescue Service Urges Residents to Burn Responsibly Amid High Fire Risk
With record-setting heat and a prolonged lack of rainfall continuing across the region, Kawartha Lakes Fire Rescue Service is reminding all residents and visitors to exercise extreme caution with any activity that could cause a fire.

Linden Mackey Legacy Fund to Celebrate Outstanding Community Leadership
The Community Foundation of Kawartha Lakes is honoured to announce the establishment of the Linden Mackey Legacy Fund, created to celebrate and continue the extraordinary spirit of community leadership embodied by Linden Mackey.

Coboconk’s VicPly Factory
As Coboconk was situated on the Gull River, a large proportion of the timber floated down the Trent Watershed in the late nineteenth century passed through the village—some would float as far as Trenton. In 1913, the Gull River Lumber Company built a large sawmill, on the shore of the Gull River, opposite the railway station

Sturgeon Point Garden Tour
Fenelon Falls Horticultural Society invites you to a Sturgeon Point Garden Tour.

Tourism Ambassador Team Attends Their First Show at The Grove Theatre
On July 17th, our Tourism Ambassador Team had the opportunity to attend their first-ever show at the Grove Theatre! The team was there for the opening night of A Tribute To The Beatles.

Join Our Board of Directors!
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community?
We are seeking dedicated, visionary individuals to join our Board of Directors and help guide the future of our organization.

New Ideas Brewing for Fenelon Youth Program
The BGC youth program in Fenelon Falls, a joint initiative with Kawartha Works Community Co-op, is taking a break for the summer but behind the scenes exciting plans continue.

Kinmount Station
Kinmount grew around the Bobcaygeon Road’s bridge over the Burnt River. Though the Burnt River is a pleasant canoe route today, it was not practical for steam navigation because there were several rapids along the way. But it soon became one of the main arteries for exporting sawlogs from Haliburton.

Photo Round Up - July 24th, 2025
Every week, we share a photo round up of photos that were submitted to us. We select our favourite as that week’s feature photo. Let us know which pictures you love most!

Meet Local Artist at The Colborne Street Gallery
Eddie LePage will be in the gallery all day working on one of his paintings, allowing you to see his creative process in person and chat about his decades-long painting career.

Summer Company 2025 is bigger and bolder than ever
The Summer Company Program is designed for young, ambitious individuals aged 15 to 29 who are ready to turn their innovative ideas into thriving businesses.

Looking Through the Windows! What’s New at Home by Tim + Chris
Room by Tim + Chris has evolved into our design studio. We have some beautiful images to share with you so you can get a sense of what we are envisioning!

Kirkfield Lift Lock
At the time the Kirkfield Lift Lock was built, concrete was a new building product and few people were familiar with its use.

Photo Round Up - July 17th, 2025
Every week, we share a photo round up of photos that were submitted to us. We select our favourite as that week’s feature photo. Let us know which pictures you love most!

Calling All Entrepreneurs: Build Your Dream Business in Fenelon Falls, the Jewel of the Kawarthas!
We’re looking for passionate entrepreneurs and business-minded visionaries to join our growing community.

Board of Health Now Accepting Public Appointments
The Board of Health is responsible for the assessment, planning, delivery, management and evaluation of a variety of public health programs and services in our community.

FENELON FAIR ORGANIZERS LOOKING FORWARD TO ANOTHER GREAT FAIR!
History records that the Fenelon Agricultural Society was established in 1888. Early Agricultural Fairs were an important part of social activity in the community …