North Kawartha is looking to complete a feasibility study on potentially reducing the monitoring requirements for the seven closed landfill sites within the township.
During the Tuesday morning council meeting, Gary Geraldi, Director of Parks and Recreation/Waste Management, presented a report to council outlining what they would need to do to reduce the services and monitoring requirements for these sites.
Geraldi explained to council that currently, WSP Canada provides environmental consulting and engineering services for the Township’s seven closed landfill sites and two operating transfer stations.
The Misfits Vocal Band took to the stage at Bridgenorth United Church on Saturday eveing entertaining a full house with classic hits.
North Kawartha Council has approved a $58,600 enhancement project for Riverview Park in Apsley.
According to a report presented to council by Gary Geraldi, Director of Parks and Recreation/Waste Management, the park, located between residential properties and fronting on Eels Creek, has been on the township’s worklist for quite some time.
Geraldi stated that significant efforts were made during 2023 and 2024 to restore and enhance the park’s natural features, accessibility, and usability. However, the ice storm in 2025 caused significant damage to the park. As a result of that damage, the planned enhancement work was delayed while priority was given to storm cleanup operations and the restoration of safe public access throughout the park.
The Apsley Studio tour, running this September 19th and 20th, features 27 artists in 9 studios scattered throughout the North Kawarthas. If you have never visited the tour, why not come by this year and see what your neighbours have been up to? A short walk, cycle, drive – or possibly paddle – in the gorgeous fall colours of a September weekend will immerse you in a world of creativity and give you an experience that you are unlikely to forget. Gather some friends and plan for a day of exploration and fun. You will meet new people who are always happy to tell you about their art, and you will see hand-made objects of inspiring skill and imagination. A number of studios have live demonstrations – mosaic work, textile art, woodworking, glassblowing and more. Bring along a picnic or pick up lunch on the road, and be prepared to enjoy a stimulating day out.
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