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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
Photo Round Up - August 14th, 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!
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.
Fenelon Falls Turkey Trot
The annual Fenelon Falls Turkey Trot is scheduled for Saturday, October 11th, at 10 am at Garnet Graham Park in Fenelon Falls, Ontario.
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.
Old St. James
St. James Anglican Church is among the oldest organizations in Fenelon Falls. Before the advent of public schools, many children received their education through the church. It helped care for sick and elderly—for most people, giving to church was their primary charitable donation.
Photo Round Up - August 7th, 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!
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.