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Get Ready to Ride: Kawartha Lakes Classic Returns August 23, 2025
The 22nd Annual Kawartha Lakes Classic Cycling Tour rolls into Oakwood on Saturday, August 23, 2025, with Boston Pizza – Lindsay as the proud presenting sponsor.
50th Anniversary Festivities: Five Counties Set to Mark its Golden Age With Family 50-Fest on Sept. 6 in Lindsay
It’s an anniversary worth celebrating, and Five Counties Children’s Centre in Lindsay is obliging with a fun, family-friendly event on the first Saturday of September.

Kawartha Lakes Medical Society Award For First Year Medical Student
The Kawartha Lakes Medical Society (KLMS), a branch of the Ontario Medical Association, is pleased to announce the recipient of its inaugural First-Year Medical Student Award: Jacey Mabee of Little Britain.

RTO8 launches first-ever Regional Tourism Summit
Regional Tourism Organization 8 (RTO8) is proud to announce the inaugural Kawarthas Northumberland Regional Tourism Summit: Stronger Together, Shaping the Future of Rural Tourism, taking place on Tuesday, October 21, 2025

KHK Cleaning (formerly Kawartha House Keepers) unveils new name & expanded services
After 15 years of keeping Kawartha cottages, homes, and businesses sparkling, our female-owned team is rebranding as KHK Cleaning — Kawartha High-Grade Cleaners.

Kawartha Lakes Fire Department Issues Total Burn Ban Aug 5
Effective immediately, Kawartha Lakes Fire Rescue Service has issued a Total Burn Ban across the municipality due to the ongoing lack of precipitation and extremely dry conditions.

Kawartha Lakes launches “Your Budget - Your Say” campaign to hear from residents
The municipality is inviting residents to weigh in on the 2026 municipal budget through a new public engagement campaign: Your Budget - Your Say.

Celebrate Art and Community at the 2025 Kawartha Arts Festival
The Kawartha Arts Festival was first held in 1989 and started off as a small collection of artists gathering together to give something back to the local arts community. It has since grown into one of the largest art festivals in Southern Ontario and attracts thousands of visitors each year.

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.

Starter Company PLUS 2024 graduates to receive certificates on February 4
Em and Grace Forbes, the vibrant sister duo and the heart of BÉS Fifty Seven, are graduates of the Starter Company PLUS 2024 program.

Attention Fenelon Falls Youth & Families!
BGC Kawarthas has some exciting news! Starting Tuesday, February 4th, youth programming for youth ages 12-18 in the Fenelon Falls community! And yes, these services are FREE!

Special Board of Health Meeting Scheduled for January 31, 2025
The HKPR District Health Unit would like to advise media, and the community of an upcoming Special Board of Health meeting scheduled for Friday, January 31, at 8:30 a.m.

King Charles Medal Awarded To Local Children & Youth Champion Catherine Miller
Local resident Catherine Miller has been awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal, after being nominated by BGC Kawarthas, formerly Boys & Girls Clubs of Kawartha Lakes.

Volunteer Firefighter Recruitment now open for the Spring 2025 training recruitment class
Have you been looking for a way to give back to your community? Do you enjoy the camaraderie that comes with working on a team? If so, we have an amazing opportunity for you!

Municipal Law Enforcement Office warns of parking ticket scam in Kawartha Lakes
The Municipal Law Enforcement Office and the Kawartha Lakes Police Service (KLPS) are aware of a parking ticket scam happening in Kawartha Lakes.

Avian Influenza Confirmed in Goose: Public Urged to Follow Safety Precautions
A Canada goose found in the Cobourg harbour was submitted for testing and has since been confirmed by CWHC to be infected with avian influenza.

Jump In - For Newest Projects In 2025!
Catch up on the full series and stay informed about how our community is planning for the year ahead. Watch now and ask your questions!

An Open Letter to the Residents of Kawartha Lakes
The Ontario government has announced it will be sending a cheque for $200 to eligible adults and children under 18. This comes at a time when many families are in need of support.

Board of Health Meeting Scheduled for January 16, 2025
The HKNP would like to advise media, and the community of an upcoming Board of Health meeting scheduled for Thursday, January 16, at 2 p.m.

The Moorings Project by Tim + Chris
The Kawartha Group partners with Home by Tim + Chris to deliver a one-of-a-kind community on Cameron Lake. The vision was for the interiors and various shared areas to reflect a resort feel.