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Kawartha Lakes observes 2019 National Day of Mourning
Kawartha Lakes – April 28, 2019 is the National Day of Mourning and workplaces across Canada will take time to reflect on the lives lost in workplace accidents as well as those who have suffered occupational illnesses and injuries. It is also a day to focus on preventing future tragedies. 
A Day of Mourning Ceremony hosted by the Lindsay and District Labour Council and supported by CUPE Local 855 and affiliates...
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Flood Update – Anticipated rain could cause additional flooding Kawartha Lakes – Authorities with the Trent-Severn Waterway have confirmed that the water level for Burnt River has continued to decline and the water level for Gull River has a high but steady inflow. With the warmer weather today, a reduction in levels is expected to continue however could be turned around quickly with the upcoming rain.
Residents should remain cautious as a special weather statement...
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Flood Update - Tipping fee relief for residents, Burnt River receding and Gull River rising
Kawartha Lakes – Authorities with the Trent-Severn Waterway confirmed that we can expect to see waters levels receding in the Burnt River, and rising in the Gull River over the next 24 hours. A FLOOD WARNING remains in place for the shoreline areas of Balsam, Cameron, Sturgeon and Pigeon lakes. There is potential for flooding to occur along shorelines, in near shore areas, and...
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Volunteers needed for Lindsay Milk Run and Half Marathon
Kawartha Lakes – Kawartha Lakes is looking for responsible, energetic and reliable volunteers to assist at the 41st Annual Lindsay Milk Run/KL21K Half Marathon. This 5K/10K/21K event takes place on Sunday July 21, 2019.
Volunteers are needed from approximately 6am to 11am to assist with a variety of duties including course marshalling, traffic control, registration, water stations, food distribution, set-up...
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Kawartha Lakes reminding residents to be aware of ongoing fraud campaigns
Kawartha Lakes – The municipality is reminding residents to be aware of ongoing fraud campaigns in the Kawartha Lakes community. There have been reports of a phone scam in which Canadian residents are informed through a telephone call that there is a policy in Kawartha Lakes that states that if an individual purchases agricultural land in the municipality, the government will grant them a free...
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