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The 2021 Environmental Hero Nominations are Now Open
Kawartha Lakes – The Kawartha Lakes Environmental Advisory Committee (KLEAC) is looking for nominations for the 2021 Environmental Hero Awards. Each year, the Committee recognizes individuals, businesses and students living in Kawartha Lakes who have shown a commitment to improving the wellness of the environment.
Colborne Street Reconstruction Update
The construction in Downtown Fenelon Falls is well underway, and we know, it isn't the prettiest or most convenient scenario at the moment. With that said, the end results are going to be beautiful and functional, giving the downtown a well deserved facelift.
Development and Cottage Country – Opportunities for Lake Health Improvement Project
Local residents that might have otherwise worked or vacationed elsewhere are hunkered down. Remote working or va(stay)cationing is not unusual anymore - it has been the norm. I’ve never seen so many people as I have this past winter out enjoying the frozen lake conditions. Who knew snowboarding behind a snowmobile was a thing?!
A Message from the Rotary Club + COVID Vaccination Clinics
As a service to our community, The Rotary Club of Fenelon Falls is taking a leading role in keeping our community safe through vaccination clinics.
Earth Day 2021 Presents “Take Care of the Planet”
Kawartha Lakes – Residents are encouraged to take a moment this week to learn about this year’s Earth Day theme, “Take care of the Planet”. With the stay-at-home order still in effect, Earth Day is being recognized across Canada through a variety of virtual programs and initiatives, including educational sessions and live panel discussions.
Happy Earth Day from your Fenelon Falls Horticultural Society!
Our second monthly membership meeting since 2019 will be happening (via Zoom) next Monday, April 26th! Tracey Bittors, our guest speaker from Sheridan Nursery, will be talking to us about “What’s New For 2021”. Please join us if you can!
Associate Membership in the Fenelon Falls Chamber of Commerce
Becoming an Associate Member allows you to be a part of the Fenelon Falls Chamber of Commerce with our being affiliated with a business or organization. Your member will help support the community, and allow you voting rights at our annual AGM. You don't have to own a business to take part in the action, and to help us continue to thrive.
NEWS RELEASE from Eastern Ontario Regional Network
After years of preparation, March 19 marked one of the most exciting days in the history of EORN, certainly in my time on the board. The Cell Gap Project contract is now formally signed and we are looking forward to improving the quality of life for people across eastern Ontario through an extensive network of new and updated telecommunications infrastructure deployed by our partner Rogers Communications. As with any larger infrastructure project, solving gaps in cell connectivity will take a few years.
Kawartha Lakes News | Textile Reuse and Recycling Now Available
Kawartha Lakes - The municipality has partnered with Talize Inc./Recycling Rewards to create a textile reuse and recycling pilot program. Residents can now drop off textile items at any our five landfill sites.
Earth Week + Free Frozen Yogurt at The Country Cupboard
Earth week begins this year on Sunday April 18 and continues to Earth Day on April 22nd. Let’s work on saving the Earth every day with these simple steps below. Now more than ever we should be working to reduce our carbon footprint and maintain a healthy earth for generations to come. For the entire Month, the Country Cupboard is offering FREE frozen yogurt to anyone who does a little litter clean up. All you have to do is take a photo of the clean up and bring it into the store. Saving the earth and eating frozen yogurt while at it, not a bad deal.
CMHA Sunrise Challenge
“We created the Sunrise Challenge because it’s time. Time to invest in mental health like we do physical health. Time to end the silence, stigma, and shame that still surround mental illness today. Time to rise together and stop mental illness from destroying lives.”
Media Release - Stay Vigilant + Follow Public Health Measures
Until everyone has been vaccinated, the local Medical Officer of Health is urging people to remain vigilant and continue to follow public health recommendations to help stop the increased spread of the COVID-19 virus in the area.
Kraft Hockeyville 2021
We are in the final 4 in the Kraft Hockeyville contest for a chance to win $250,000 in Arena upgrades and to host an NHL game.
From your Fenelon Falls Horticultural Society!
We want to remind you that it is still too soon to be cleaning up your gardens!
The pollinators overwintering in the stems and debris of last fall’s greenery are not ready to emerge yet - - it is not warm enough for them to survive. It is frustrating to see your gardens needing care and not getting the work done during this nice weather, but until the days and nights are over 10C it is too early. It won’t be long now. Stay patient!
City of Kawartha Lakes Rural Zoning By-Law Review
Kawartha Lakes Planning Division would like to invite all interested parties to register and attend a Virtual Public Open House to provide an update on the Rural Zoning By-law Review. These by-law changes will also impact waterfront properties.
Annual Burn Ban for Kawartha Lakes Takes Place April 1st, 2021
Kawartha Lakes – Starting April 1, the municipality of Kawartha Lakes will enforce the annual burn ban for the entire month of April. Residents will be notified when the ban is lifted.
"Each year in April, a burn ban is imposed as part of our open air burning by-law. Even though there may be still be snow or warnings for localized flooding, dry grass and debris catch fire easily and the flames spread quickly," said Fire Chief Pankhurst. "The April burn ban helps reduce the risk to our residents and firefighters.”
WATER STREET CLOTHESLINE CLOSING APRIL 3RD, 2021
Everything for a Season, a reason for every Season, so while Seasons change it’s time for a change for Pam Vaters owner of Water Street Clothesline. Pam loved working at Water Street Clothesline AKA “The Hoodie Store” and met amazing locals & cottagers over the last 3 years. However, with the family custom screen printing & embroidery plant in Bobcaygeon so busy and hiring because of C-19 an issue, she is needed to oversee its operations.
Fenelon Falls Featured
How lucky are we all to get to be a part of such an amazing community! Fenelon Falls is a true gem in the Kawarthas and that has not gone unnoticed. In the last week, our incredible village was featured in two articles by the Toronto Star! Looks like we are making it to the big leagues.
Update on Fenelon Falls Downtown Reconstruction
Downtown Fenelon Falls is currently undergoing a full reconstruction project to replace critical infrastructure such as water main, storm sewer and sanitary sewer. At the same time, the municipality is taking this opportunity to update and enhance the streetscape, including new sidewalks, curbs, gutters and furnishings.
Calling All Local Photographers and Lovers of Fenelon Falls
Calling local photographers and all those who love the beautiful people and landscapes of Fenelon Falls and the surrounding area! Every week we share your wonderful photos in the Town Crier and now we’re excited to share a new opportunity for everyone to enjoy the best of Fenelon Falls in a high-quality, hardcover coffee table style photography book. The book will be curated from photos submitted to the Town Crier by our faithful reader/photographers and is a perfect gift for every occasion. Stay tuned for more details about pre-sale and delivery dates later this spring.