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We'll make sure you're aware of recent changes and developments that may affect your cottage life in the Kawartha Lakes. For example, the garbage truck will pass your garbage by this cottage season if you don't put it out in a clear bag. (The municipality introduced new regulations on January 1 of this year.) Tax changes for waterfront properties, shifts in the handling of maintenance costs for unassumed roads, and proposals for local development could affect your pocketbook or your quality of life at your waterfront getaway.

Community Invited to Information Meeting for Heritage Conservation Districts

The city has engaged Bray Heritage Consultants to undertake heritage conservation district studies for downtown Lindsay and the Oak Street...
04/06/2016
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City-Wide Burn Ban Begins on Friday, April 1, 2016

As in the past, the ban will be in place for the entire month. Residents will be informed when the...
03/29/2016
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Helen Street and Prince Street Reconstruction in Bobcaygeon to Begin March 7, 2016

The project, from Front Street to Duke Street on Helen Street and from Main Street to Anne Street on Prince...
02/29/2016
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The 2016 Spring Kawartha Lakes Community Guide is Now Available

Whether you’re interested in organized sports, aquatic programs, fitness programs, tennis, squash, summer camps, hiking and walking trails, Kawartha Lakes...
02/18/2016
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Kawartha Lakes Launching $3.6 Million Road Resurfacing Program in May

The largest sections scheduled for work in 2016 will be Roads 24, 9, 7, and 6. “Once the work is...
02/16/2016
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Kawartha Lakes Clear Bag Program Promotes Diversion and Sustainability

Part of the new council-approved making waste matter: integrated waste management strategy, the clear garbage bag program is expected to...
02/10/2016
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City Approves Streetscape and Façade Design Guidelines

The streetscape and façade design guidelines took shape following a series of design workshops, public meetings, and feedback from each...
02/09/2016
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Kawartha Lakes Unveils 2016-2019 Strategic Plan

On Tuesday, council approved the city’s 2016-2019 strategic plan; a plan that will set the direction for the community’s future...
01/28/2016
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Household Battery Collection Pilot Launches in Kawartha Lakes

“This is great news for our residents, our community, and our environment,” said the manager of environmental services, David Kerr....
01/27/2016
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Kawartha Lakes Enhances Service Centre Phone System

The 705-324-9411 number now connects all municipal service centres in Kawartha Lakes. Previously, each service centre had separate phone lines...
01/26/2016
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Reminder to Kawartha Cottagers – Septic Disposal Rate Increase

The city is reminding residents that in keeping with Bylaw 2015-216, the city is now in the second year of...
01/18/2016
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“Watermain or Filtration System Inspector/Salesperson” Not Affiliated with the City

Residents should be cautious about allowing strangers access to their homes and cottages and should scrutinize any photo identification carefully....
01/12/2016
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City Holding Public Meetings for Streetscape and Façade Design Guidelines

The city developed the streetscape and façade design guidelines following a series of design workshops and feedback on the draft...
01/11/2016
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Are You Taking Down Your Christmas Tree in the Kawarthas this Weekend?

Before you throw away your tree, you may want to remove small branches to use as mulch in your garden....
01/08/2016
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2016 Recycling and Waste Calendar Now Available

The calendar is an important tool for every household. It indicates blue and green box collection weeks, leaf and yard...
12/08/2015
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City Encourages Pedestrians to Wear Light-Coloured or Reflective Clothing at Night

“With the days getting darker earlier it is often difficult for motorists to see people walking along area roadways, running...
11/30/2015
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Council Approves Kawartha Fire Station Reorganization

“The recommendations endorsed and approved by council support life safety and protection of our residents while living within our means,”...
11/16/2015
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A Visit to Your Closest Municipal Service Centre in the Kawarthas Could Pay Dividends

What can you do at a municipal service centre? Inquire about issues related to municipal water and sewer services, and...
11/06/2015
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Is it Time for a Dump Run? Here are the Autumn and Winter Landfill Hours in the Kawarthas

The city has reduced weekend hours at the Eldon and Laxton landfill sites and has closed the Somerville facility on...
11/03/2015
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Watermain or Water Meter Inspector in the Kawarthas is Not Affiliated with the City

Residents should be cautious about allowing strangers access to their homes and should scrutinize any photo identification carefully. Also, check...
10/20/2015
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Get Out the Rake, Commune with Nature, and Remember these Collection Dates at Your Cottage

This year, the City of Kawartha Lakes will be collecting residential autumn leaf and yard waste on the following dates:...
10/13/2015
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