The Local Advantage with Peterborough County: The Lakefield Pantry maintains a legacy rooted in local partnerships | kawarthaNOW By Megan Gallant. Kawartha Local Food Wholesale initiative will streamline connections to help ensure the Lakefield store's shelves are always stocked with local products.

The Local Advantage with #Ptbo County: The Lakefield Pantry maintains a legacy rooted in local partnerships. Kawartha Local Food Wholesale initiative will streamline connections to help ensure the #Lakefield store's shelves are always stocked with local products.
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Selwyn Township council votes to rename Prince Andrew Island and Gordonstoun Island in Otonabee River | kawarthaNOW By Bruce Head. Islands were originally named in honour of now-disgraced royal after he attended Lakefield College School in 1977.

#Selwyn Township council votes to rename Prince Andrew Island and Gordonstoun Island in Otonabee River. Islands were originally named in honour of now-disgraced royal after he attended #Lakefield College School in 1977. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/13/s...

SGS Celebrates 85 Years in Lakefield Amidst Canada's Rising Demand for Critical Minerals The SGS Metallurgical Centre of Excellence in Lakefield marks its 85th anniversary as critical minerals surge in importance in Canada’s mining industry.

SGS Celebrates 85 Years in Lakefield Amidst Canada's Rising Demand for Critical Minerals #Canada #SGS #Rare_Earths #Lakefield

Free tax clinics for those with modest incomes (single <$40K, families <$55K).
🗓️ Dates in link below
📍 #Peterborough #Millbrook #Lakefield #Omemee
🚶‍♂️‍➡️ 1st come 1st served
📑 Bring tax slips/rental/property info
Thank you to the volunteers helping folks in our community!
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Know Your Locals: Lakefield Chocolate Creations Festival inspires Millbrook to ‘Roar for Chocolate’ | kawarthaNOW By Megan Gallant. The 6th annual Lakefield Chocolate Creations Festival runs until February 17, while the inaugural Roar for Chocolate Event in Millbrook is on until February 21.

Know Your Locals: #Lakefield Chocolate Creations Festival inspires #Millbrook to 'Roar for Chocolate'. The 6th annual Lakefield Chocolate Creations Festival runs until February 17, while the inaugural Roar for Chocolate Event in Millbrook is on until February 21. kawarthanow.com/2026/02/12/k...

Lakefield’s Tanya Bailey receives Ontario’s first-ever Rural Entrepreneur award | kawarthaNOW By kawarthaNOW. Cheesy Fromage owner praised for connecting farmers with consumers and helping to revitalize the Peterborough Agricultural Society.

Tanya Bailey of #Lakefield receives Ontario's first-ever Rural Entrepreneur award. Cheesy Fromage owner praised for connecting farmers with consumers and helping to revitalize the #Ptbo Agricultural Society. kawarthanow.com/2026/01/19/l...

Cheeky Duck Vineyard brings back winter ‘snow domes’ for alfresco dining in Lakefield | kawarthaNOW By Megan Gallant. Farm-to-table restaurant reopens its popular 'snow or shine' heated domes for the holiday season until January 2.

Cheeky Duck Vineyard brings back winter 'snow domes' for alfresco dining in #Lakefield. Farm-to-table restaurant reopens its popular 'snow or shine' heated domes for the holiday season until January 2. kawarthanow.com/2025/12/14/c...

Lakefield United Church launches fundraiser to establish new ‘community comfort centre’ | kawarthaNOW By Natalie Hamilton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter. Regent Street space would provide warmth, power, connection during emergencies and extreme weather events.

#Lakefield United Church launches fundraiser to establish new 'community comfort centre'. Regent Street space would provide warmth, power, connection during emergencies and extreme weather events. kawarthanow.com/2025/12/10/l...

Lakefield Youth Unlimited crafts limited edition ‘Love Lakefield’ tote bags in support of local families in need | kawarthaNOW By Megan Gallant. $20 tote bags come with a matching magnet and support the non-profit organization's annual Christmas gift card drive.

#Lakefield Youth Unlimited crafts limited edition 'Love Lakefield' tote bags in support of local families in need. $20 tote bags come with a matching magnet and support the non-profit organization's annual Christmas gift card drive. kawarthanow.com/2025/12/04/l...

Peterborough County eyes future second river crossing as Lakefield’s lone bridge slated for 2027 rehab | kawarthaNOW By Bruce Head. As long-term planning study evaluates new Otonabee River crossing, county and Selwyn Township to collaborate with local businesses in advance of bridge closure.

#Ptbo County eyes future second river crossing as #Lakefield lone bridge slated for 2027 rehab. As long-term planning study evaluates new Otonabee River crossing, county and #Selwyn Township to collaborate with local businesses in advance of bridge closure. kawarthanow.com/2025/11/18/p...

Lakefield Curling Club fundraiser brings in over $15,000 for people affected by Kawartha Home Hardware fire | kawarthaNOW By kawarthaNOW. November 1 bonspiel aimed to raise $5,000 through participation, player pledges, and a silent auction.

#Lakefield Curling Club fundraiser brings in over $15,000 for people affected by Kawartha Home Hardware fire. November 1 bonspiel aimed to raise $5,000 through participation, player pledges, and a silent auction.
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Kawartha Home Hardware to open pop-up store in downtown Lakefield before Christmas | kawarthaNOW By Paul Rellinger. General manager Frank Geerlinks confirms location as former Cheesy Fromage location on Queen Street, while reaffirming commitment to build a new Lakefield store.

Kawartha Home Hardware to open pop-up store in downtown #Lakefield before Christmas. General manager Frank Geerlinks confirms location as former Cheesy Fromage location on Queen St, while reaffirming commitment to build a new Lakefield store. kawarthanow.com/2025/11/10/k...

Cormor and 3DCP Muskoka create unique 3D printed home decor products for Stony Lake Furniture Co. in Lakefield | kawarthaNOW By Megan Gallant. Peterborough and Bracebridge companies use cutting-edge 3D printing technology to manufacture stylish planters, side tables, coffee tables, and more.

Cormor and 3DCP Muskoka create unique 3D printed home decor products for Stony Lake Furniture Co. in #Lakefield. #Ptbo and #Bracebridge companies use cutting-edge 3D printing technology to manufacture stylish planters, side tables, coffee tables, and more.
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Home battery backup systems gaining ground as solar installations grow in Peterborough | kawarthaNOW By GreenUP. Lakefield resident Guy Hanchet worked with Generation Solar to install rooftop solar panels with a battery backup system.

Home battery backup systems gaining ground as solar installations grow in #Ptbo. #Lakefield resident Guy Hanchet worked with Generation Solar to install rooftop solar panels with a battery backup system. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/30/h...

Community Futures Peterborough expands popular ‘Entrepreneurship 101’ workshop series to Peterborough County | kawarthaNOW By Natalie Hamilton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter. Three in-person sessions in Havelock, Millbrook, and Lakefield early in the new year will cover business planning, marketing and branding, an...

Community Futures Peterborough expands popular 'Entrepreneurship 101' workshop series to #Ptbo County. 3 in-person sessions in #Havelock, #Millbrook, & #Lakefield early in the new year will cover business planning, marketing & branding, & funding & cash flow. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/24/c...

Peterborough County and Selwyn Township launch Lakefield Scavenger Hunt as part of new county-wide adventure series | kawarthaNOW By kawarthaNOW. The Kawarthas Quest for Adventure kicks off in downtown Lakefield on October 24, with experiences to be rolled out in all eight townships in the coming months.

#Ptbo County and Selwyn Township launch Lakefield Scavenger Hunt as part of new county-wide adventure series. The Kawarthas Quest for Adventure kicks off in downtown #Lakefield on October 24, with experiences to be rolled out in all 8 townships in the coming months. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/24/p...

Queen Street in downtown Lakefield will reopen Friday morning | kawarthaNOW By kawarthaNOW. While demolition of the fire-ravaged Kawartha Home Hardware building continues, the street will reopen with a temporary pedestrian walkway in front of the fenced-off site.

Queen Street in downtown #Lakefield will reopen Friday morning. While demolition of the fire-ravaged Kawartha Home Hardware building continues, the street will reopen with a temporary pedestrian walkway in front of the fenced-off site.
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Award-winning Farmerettes documentary comes to Lakefield on November 26 | kawarthaNOW By Bruce Head. 'We Lend A Hand: The Forgotten Story of Ontario Farmerettes' tells the story of the 40,000 teenage girls who worked Canadian farms during World War II.

Award-winning Farmerettes documentary comes to #Lakefield on Wed Nov 26. 'We Lend A Hand: The Forgotten Story of Ontario Farmerettes' tells the story of the 40,000 teenage girls who worked Canadian farms during World War II. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/22/a...

Selwyn Township and Peterborough County working together to encourage support for downtown Lakefield businesses | kawarthaNOW By Megan Gallant. Businesses remain open after recent Queen Street fire, with upcoming events such as Ladies Night Out, Lakefield Farmers' Market, Santa Claus parade, and more.

#Selwyn Township and #Ptbo County working together to encourage support for downtown #Lakefield businesses. Businesses remain open after recent Queen St. fire, with upcoming events such as Ladies Night Out, Lakefield Farmers' Market, Santa Claus parade, and more. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/21/s...

Lakefield’s Queen Street closed for another week as demolition of fire-ravaged Kawartha Home Hardware building continues | kawarthaNOW By kawarthaNOW. Selwyn Township is encouraging residents and visitors to support downtown businesses, which remain open to serve customers.

Queen Street in #Lakefield closed for another week as demolition of fire-ravaged Kawartha Home Hardware building continues. Selwyn Township is encouraging residents and visitors to support downtown businesses, which remain open to serve customers. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/17/l...

Abbeyfield House Society of Lakefield to mark site plan approval of its family-style seniors’ home in Lakefield | kawarthaNOW By Natalie Hamilton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter. Community invited to October 18 event for the unveiling of a rendering of 19-unit building on Ermatinger Street, with construction slated to ...

Abbeyfield House Society of #Lakefield to mark site plan approval of its family-style seniors' home in Lakefield. Community invited to Sat Oct 18 event for unveiling of a rendering of 19-unit building on Ermatinger Street, with construction slated to begin in 2026.
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Fire-devastated Kawartha Home Hardware building in downtown Lakefield is being demolished | kawarthaNOW By kawarthaNOW. Controlled demolition began Sunday morning less than three days after fire in historic building that displaced apartment residents.

Fire-devastated Kawartha Home Hardware building in downtown #Lakefield is being demolished. Controlled demolition began Sunday morning less than three days after fire in historic building that displaced apartment residents.
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Good morning our #kawarthapeeps. Our photo of the day is not a beautiful local scene but it is a beautiful sign from a strong community after their downtown area was ravaged by fire.

Thanks to "The Lakefield Restaurant" for this photo. #LakefieldStrong #Lakefield #Selwyn #ptbocounty #thekawarthas

Devastating fire at Kawartha Home Hardware building in downtown Lakefield has been contained | kawarthaNOW By kawarthaNOW. Lakefield community has come together to collect donations and assist families and pets displaced by the fire.

Devastating fire at Kawartha Home Hardware building in downtown #Lakefield has been contained. Lakefield community has come together to collect donations and assist families and pets displaced by the fire. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/10/d...

Fire engulfs Home Hardware store in downtown Lakefield | kawarthaNOW By kawarthaNOW. Witnesses report the blaze began in the upper portion of the historic building and all occupants were able to get out safely.

Fire engulfs Home Hardware store in downtown #Lakefield. Witnesses report the blaze began in the upper portion of the historic building and all occupants were able to get out safely. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/09/f...

Golf tournament scores over $14,000 for Community Care Peterborough’s rural service offices | kawarthaNOW By Natalie Hamilton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter. 'This funding plays an important role in helping our Lakefield and Apsley offices continue providing vital programs,' says Chris LeBlanc.

Golf tournament scores over $14,000 for Community Care #Ptbo rural service offices. 'This funding plays an important role in helping our #Lakefield and #Apsley offices continue providing vital programs,' says Chris LeBlanc. kawarthanow.com/2025/09/22/g...

🚨 Double the laughs, double the trouble 🚨
Tomorrow I’m hitting Jacks Bar & Grill, Lakefield IN with a double feature. 🎤🔥
Come for the food, stay for me oversharing about my pug and my questionable life choices. 🐶

#Comedy #StandUpComedy #LiveComedy #Laughs #FunnyAF #GoodVibesOnly #Lakefield #Indiana

Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region to close Lakefield ReStore this fall | kawarthaNOW By kawarthaNOW. Storewide closure sale will begin September 2 with last day of operations on September 30

Habitat for Humanity #Ptbo & Kawartha Region to close #Lakefield ReStore this fall. Storewide closure sale will begin September 2 with last day of operations on September 30.
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‘Reconciling with the Land’ initiative combines Western science and Indigenous knowledge | kawarthaNOW By GreenUP. Camp Kawartha, GreenUP, and partners are helping three elementary schools in Curve Lake, Peterborough, and Lakefield transform their grounds by adding green infrastructure.

'Reconciling with the Land' initiative combines Western science and Indigenous knowledge. Camp Kawartha, GreenUP, and partners are helping three elementary schools in #CurveLake, #Ptbo, and #Lakefield transform their grounds by adding green infrastructure. kawarthanow.com/2025/08/07/r...

Professional drummer Michael Beauclerc opens Mad Music School in Lakefield | kawarthaNOW By Megan Gallant. The school provides group and private lessons in drums, hand percussion, piano, guitar, bass, and ukulele with vocals to come.

Professional drummer Michael Beauclerc opens Mad Music School in #Lakefield. The school provides group and private lessons in drums, hand percussion, piano, guitar, bass, and ukulele with vocals to come. kawarthanow.com/2025/07/05/p...