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The Illuminated Forest returns for its fourth year at Ken Reid Conservation Area near #Lindsay. The holiday tradition is open nightly from December 12 to 28, with free public transit between Lindsay and Ken Reid available on selected dates. kawarthanow.com/2025/11/16/t...
The Illuminated Forest returns for its fourth year at Ken Reid Conservation Area near Lindsay | kawarthaNOW
By kawarthaNOW. The holiday tradition is open nightly from December 12 to 28, with free public transit between Lindsay and Ken Reid available on selected dates.
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November 16, 2025 at 8:20 PM
New pilot program at #Northumberland Hills Hospital recognizes essential role of caregivers in patient care. Essential Care Partner program supports caregivers while strengthening communication for improved patient experience and outcomes. kawarthanow.com/2025/11/16/n...
New pilot program at Northumberland Hills Hospital recognizes essential role of caregivers in patient care | kawarthaNOW
By Natalie Hamilton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter. Essential Care Partner program supports caregivers while strengthening communication for improved patient experience and outcomes.
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November 16, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Québécois vocal quartet Quartom joins the #Ptbo Symphony Orchestra for annual holiday concert. 'Quartom Sings Noël' at Emmanuel United Church on December 6 will feature a mix of familiar and not-so-familiar Christmas carols and more. kawarthanow.com/2025/11/15/q...
Québécois vocal quartet Quartom joins the Peterborough Symphony Orchestra for annual holiday concert | kawarthaNOW
By Megan Gallant. 'Quartom Sings Noël' at Emmanuel United Church on December 6 will feature a mix of familiar and not-so-familiar Christmas carols and more.
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November 15, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Habitat for Humanity #Northumberland dedicates new home for multi-generational family of six in #Cobourg. 'The family is so excited as the move-in date approaches and that is lovely to experience': CEO Cathy Borowec. kawarthanow.com/2025/11/15/h...
Habitat for Humanity Northumberland dedicates new home for multi-generational family of six in Cobourg | kawarthaNOW
By Natalie Hamilton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter. 'The family is so excited as the move-in date approaches and that is lovely to experience': CEO Cathy Borowec.
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November 15, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Shop the Boro: Save money and the planet by trading in your outdoor gear at Wild Rock Outfitters in downtown #Ptbo. The 'Wild Again' program gives customers store credit while making premium gear affordable for others and keeping it out of landfills.
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Shop the Boro: Save money and the planet by trading in your outdoor gear at Wild Rock Outfitters in downtown Peterborough | kawarthaNOW
By Megan Gallant. The 'Wild Again' program gives customers store credit while making premium gear affordable for others and keeping it out of landfills.
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November 15, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Centre & Main Chocolate Co. in #Warkworth crafts stunning artisan chocolate using unexpected locally sourced products. Chocolatier Angela Roest creates innovative flavour combinations like blueberry and bee pollen, pretzel and mustard, and tea and toast.
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Centre & Main Chocolate Co. in Warkworth crafts stunning artisan chocolate using unexpected locally sourced products | kawarthaNOW
By Megan Gallant. Chocolatier Angela Roest creates innovative flavour combinations like blueberry and bee pollen, pretzel and mustard, and tea and toast.
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November 14, 2025 at 11:48 PM
Salvation Army #Ptbo launches fundraising campaign as charity sees record demand for Christmas help. Donations received during Hope For All Seasons campaign fund most of the charity's annual budget. kawarthanow.com/2025/11/14/s...
Salvation Army Peterborough launches fundraising campaign as charity sees record demand for Christmas help | kawarthaNOW
By Natalie Hamilton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter. Donations received during Hope For All Seasons campaign fund most of the charity's annual budget.
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November 14, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Know Your Locals: Spring Berriman rebrands her #Ptbo psychotherapy practice to Rhapsody Psychotherapy & Counselling. Available in-person or online across Ontario, the clinic continues to offer clients trusted & accessible holistic therapy using a range of modalities. kawarthanow.com/2025/11/14/k...
Know Your Locals: Spring Berriman rebrands her Peterborough psychotherapy practice to Rhapsody Psychotherapy & Counselling | kawarthaNOW
By Megan Gallant. Available in-person or online across Ontario, the clinic continues to offer clients trusted and accessible holistic therapy using a range of modalities.
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November 14, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Good morning our #kawarthapeeps from Brian Parypa in Peterborough. Follow the photographer on Instagram at
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#ptbo #peterborough #nogojiwanong #ptbonogo #thekawarthas #ptbokawartha #fallinthekawarthas
November 14, 2025 at 12:43 PM
#Northumberland Paramedics selling calendars featuring Ivy the therapy dog to raise money for local charities. Proceeds from sales of the calendar will be donated to Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre and Northumberland Humane Society.
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Northumberland Paramedics selling calendars featuring Ivy the therapy dog to raise money for local charities | kawarthaNOW
By Natalie Hamilton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter. Proceeds from sales of the calendar will be donated to Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre and Northumberland Humane Society,
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November 13, 2025 at 10:43 PM
nightlifeNOW for Nov 13-15 ft live music listings at pubs & restaurants in #Ptbo & the greater Kawarthas. Toronto's Labyrinth Ensemble performs the melodic modal traditions of Asia and the Mediterranean at Sadleir House in #Ptbo Fri night. kawarthanow.com/2025/11/13/n...
nightlifeNOW – November 13 to 19 | kawarthaNOW
By kawarthaNOW. Featuring live music listings at pubs and restaurants in Peterborough and the greater Kawarthas region.
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November 13, 2025 at 10:04 PM
#Cobourg police chief continues to push for bail reform as police seek 20.5% budget hike in 2026. Chief Paul VandeGraaf says cycle of release and re-offending 'strains resources and puts victims and residents at risk'. kawarthanow.com/2025/11/13/c...
Cobourg police chief continues to push for bail reform as police seek 20.5% budget hike in 2026 | kawarthaNOW
By Bruce Head. Chief Paul VandeGraaf says cycle of release and re-offending 'strains resources and puts victims and residents at risk'.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Charlotte Products in #Ptbo leads by example in greening the supply chain. Through local sourcing and collaboration, the cleaning products manufacturer is cutting emissions while strengthening the local economy. kawarthanow.com/2025/11/13/c...
Charlotte Products in Peterborough leads by example in greening the supply chain | kawarthaNOW
By GreenUP. Through local sourcing and collaboration, the cleaning products manufacturer is cutting emissions while strengthening the local economy.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Public Energy presents a thunderbolt of queer South Asian creativity at Market Hall in #Ptbo. Gabriel Dharmoo's acclaimed solo drag spectacle 'Bijuriya' on November 18 combines original songs, experimental sound design, and theatrical vignettes.
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Public Energy presents a thunderbolt of queer South Asian creativity at Peterborough’s Market Hall | kawarthaNOW
By Megan Gallant. Gabriel Dharmoo's acclaimed solo drag spectacle 'Bijuriya' on November 18 combines original songs, experimental sound design, and theatrical vignettes.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:09 AM
Nominations are open for 23rd annual #Cobourg civic awards recognizing residents who foster community well-being. Honouring the contributions of volunteers in multiple categories, awards ceremony will be held during National Volunteer Week in April 2026. kawarthanow.com/2025/11/12/n...
Nominations are open for Cobourg’s 23rd annual civic awards recognizing residents who foster community well-being | kawarthaNOW
By Natalie Hamilton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter. Honouring the contributions of volunteers in multiple categories, awards ceremony will be held during National Volunteer Week in April 2026.
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November 12, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Trent University professor wins Governor General's Literary Award for 'captivating translation' of dystopian novel. Sylvie Bérard of #Ptbo and collaborator Suzanne Grenier honoured for French translation of Larissa Lai's 2018 biopunk thriller 'The Tiger Flu'.
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Trent University professor wins Governor General’s Literary Award for ‘captivating translation’ of dystopian novel | kawarthaNOW
By Bruce Head. Peterborough's Sylvie Bérard and collaborator Suzanne Grenier honoured for French translation of Larissa Lai's 2018 biopunk thriller 'The Tiger Flu'.
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November 12, 2025 at 8:09 PM
This year's Holiday Shopping Passport program includes East City as well as downtown #Ptbo. Also new this year are Double Stamp Fridays, with three early bird draws for $500 Boro gift card in December and a $1,500 grand prize draw in January. kawarthanow.com/2025/11/12/t...
This year’s Holiday Shopping Passport program includes East City as well as downtown Peterborough | kawarthaNOW
By kawarthaNOW. Also new this year are Double Stamp Fridays, with three early bird draws for $500 Boro gift card in December and a $1,500 grand prize draw in January.
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November 12, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Good morning our #kawarthapeeps from Linda Kassil @kawartha_kaptures in Ennismore. Winter meets fall (feels a bit early to us). Follow the photographer on Instagram at
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#ennismore #selwyntownship ##ptbocounty #ptbokawartha #thekawarthas #firstsnow
November 12, 2025 at 11:45 AM
#Ptbo projected 2026 rate increase rises to 7.92 per cent ahead of budget deliberations. Council's recent decision to award a low-barrier shelter contract to One City adds $1.12 million to draft budget. kawarthanow.com/2025/11/11/p...
Peterborough’s projected 2026 rate increase rises to 7.92 per cent ahead of budget deliberations | kawarthaNOW
By Bruce Head. Council's recent decision to award a low-barrier shelter contract to One City adds $1.12 million to draft budget.
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November 11, 2025 at 11:05 PM
#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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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.
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November 11, 2025 at 7:32 PM
#Ptbo Regional Health Centre Foundation celebrates donors to Campaign for PRHC ahead of National Philanthropy Day. PRHC Foundation is also bringing back The Sharing Tree so community members can share healthcare stories & messages of support during the holidays.
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Peterborough Regional Health Centre Foundation celebrates donors to Campaign for PRHC ahead of National Philanthropy Day | kawarthaNOW
By Megan Gallant. PRHC Foundation is also bringing back The Sharing Tree so community members can share their healthcare stories and messages of support during the holidays.
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November 11, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Melissa Redden appointed new CEO/director of #Ptbo Public Library. Currently public service manager with the Ajax Public Library, Redden will begin in her new role on November 24. kawarthanow.com/2025/11/11/m...
Melissa Redden appointed new CEO/director of Peterborough Public Library | kawarthaNOW
By kawarthaNOW. Currently public service manager with the Ajax Public Library, Redden will begin in her new role on November 24.
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November 11, 2025 at 2:56 PM
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...
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.
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November 10, 2025 at 11:35 PM
Meet the local 'burger ambassadors' taking on United Way #Ptbo Ultimate Burger Battle. Eight familiar faces are promoting the November fundraiser to highlight participating restaurants and crown the Ultimate Burger of the Year. kawarthanow.com/2025/11/10/m...
Meet the local ‘burger ambassadors’ taking on United Way Peterborough’s Ultimate Burger Battle | kawarthaNOW
By Megan Gallant. Eight familiar faces are promoting the November fundraiser to highlight participating restaurants and crown the Ultimate Burger of the Year.
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November 10, 2025 at 9:58 PM
Tickets selling fast for Globus Theatre's festive murder mystery dinner experience. Two shows already sold out for 'The Little Balls Falls Christmas Fete (ality!)' running from November 13 to 22 in #Bobcaygeon. kawarthanow.com/2025/11/10/t...
Tickets selling fast for Globus Theatre’s festive murder mystery dinner experience | kawarthaNOW
By kawarthaNOW. Two shows already sold out for 'The Little Balls Falls Christmas Fete (ality!)' running from November 13 to 22 in Bobcaygeon.
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November 10, 2025 at 4:37 PM