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Peterborough filmmaker Rob Viscardis during the 2024 ReFrame Film Festival speaking about his film "Kirby's House" in a Q&A with moderator Luka Stojanovic. Since screening his first feature documentary at the festival in 2016, Viscardis has been a regular attendee at the annual festival and will be taking part in a Q&A alongside Duoro artist Garrett Gilbart following the screening of "Echoes in Steel" on Friday, January 30 at 4:45 p.m. at Showplace Performance Centre in downtown Peterborough during the 2026 ReFrame Film Festival, and will also be available online. (Photo courtesy of ReFrame Film Festival)

How the ReFrame Film Festival is supporting new and experienced local filmmakers

2026 social and environmental justice film festival returns to downtown Peterborough from January 30 to February 1 and virtually from February 3 to 8

Megan Gallant - January 19, 2026

Snow squall watch in effect for southern Kawarthas region Monday

Harpist Tanah Haney and fiddler John Hoffman, pictured performing as the duo Banish Misfortune, will be joined by cellist Jessica Lindeman for a free family-friendly Robbie Burns Day concert on January 25, 2026 at Camp Kawartha Environment Centre in Peterborough. The trio will perform Scottish airs, waltzes, jigs, and reels, as well as well-known Scottish songs including "Wild Mountain Thyme," "The Parting Glass," and "Auld Lang Syne" with lyrics by the beloved Scottish poet. (Photo courtesy of John Hoffman)

Newly formed trio to showcase Scottish music on Robbie Burns Day at Camp Kawartha in Peterborough

Some of North America's top snowshoe athletes are expected to compete in the inaugural Kawartha Lakes Winter Festival at Eganridge Resort, Golf Club & Spa in Fenelon Falls on February 1, 2026. (Photo: Spafford Health and Adventure)

Inaugural Kawartha Lakes Winter Festival will see some of North America’s top snowshoe runners coming to Fenelon Falls

The Peterborough Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee (PACAC) will make a decision on January 21, 2026 to recommend to city council whether this historic farmhouse at 314 Carnegie Avenue should be removed from the city's heritage register or given heritage designation. In November, the city ordered owner Activa Holdings Inc. to demolish the building due to its deteriorating state. (Photo: D.M. Wills Associates Limited)

City of Peterborough’s heritage committee to decide Wednesday on demolition of historic farmhouse

In November, city ordered property owner Activa Holdings Inc. to demolish the heritage-listed building due to its 'deteriorating state'

Bruce Head - January 17, 2026

Michael Newnham conducting the Peterborough Symphony Orchestra (PSO) during the sold-out "Popcorn, Please!" concert in 2024. Newnham and the PSO return to Showplace Performance Centre in downtown Peterborough on February 7 and 8, 2026 for "Stars of the Silver Screen," the orchestra's third annual film music concert, this time featuring music from films of the 1960s including James Bond, The Pink Panther, Psycho, The Sound of Music, and many more. Audiences are encouraged to help set the mood by dressing in their favourite '60 outfits. (Photo courtesy of the PSO)

Peterborough Symphony Orchestra heads back to the swinging sixties with ‘Stars of the Silver Screen’ concert on February 7 and 8

A rendering of Ashburnham Realty's proposed 17-storey apartment building to be located on Crescent Street in Peterborough, from EcoVue Consulting's notice of an open house about the proposed development held on September 23, 2025. The rendering includes what the notice describes as "the potential new location of the Art Gallery of Peterborough." (Graphic via EcoVue Consulting)

Art Gallery of Peterborough will not pursue relocation to proposed 17-storey Crescent Street development

The MazeMap touchscreen kiosk in the main entrance of Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC), one of five kiosks available throughout the hospital building to help patients and visitors find their way around the hospital. (Photo: PRHC)

Peterborough Regional Health Centre introduces MazeMap wayfinding system to help patients and visitors navigate hospital

To raise the final funds needed to host the full-day Northumberland Youth Sing Festival in partnership with Sounds of the Next Generation (SONG), the Peterborough Children's Chorus is hosting a fundraiser euchre tournament on January 24, 2026. Being held at the All Saints' Anglican Church, the tournament will also include a 50/50 draw, silent auction, and café. (Photo courtesy of Peterborough Children's Chorus)

Peterborough Children’s Chorus fundraiser will help young singers travel to Northumberland Youth Sing Festival this spring

January 24 euchre tournament at All Saints' Anglican Church in Peterborough will also include a silent auction and 50/50 draw

Megan Gallant - January 16, 2026

Peterborough Musicians Benevolent Association (PMBA) Deluxe Live presents The Jethro's Blues Jam All-Stars, featuring Al Black on vocals/drums/harp, Jeremy Spencley on guitar/vocals, J.P. Hovercraft on bass/vocals, Lucy Ferrill on guitar/vocals, Parker Farris on guitar, Caitlin O'Connor on vocals, Frank Barth on trombone, and Maddy Hope on drums, at The Social Pub in downtown Peterborough on Saturday afternoon. (Photo via PMBA Facebook page)

nightlifeNOW – January 15 to 21

Operated by Otonabee Conservation, the Harold Town Conservation Area off Old Norwood Road features about 10 kilometres of wooded trails for hiking and cycling. (Photo via Mindtrip)

Hikers ‘cold and embarrassed’ but unharmed after getting lost in Harold Town Conservation Area

A rendering of an Alto high-speed train. The proposed high-speed rail network linking Toronto and Quebec City with a stop in Peterborough would see up to 72 trains per day running on dedicated electric tracks at speeds of up to 300 kilometres per hour, cutting current travel times in half. (Image: Alto)

Alto to host open house on proposed high-speed rail network on February 26 in Peterborough

Snow squall watch in effect for southern Kawarthas region Monday

kawarthaNOW - January 19, 2026

Strong winds gusting to 70 km/h in the afternoon will be accompanied by 10-20 cm of snow by Tuesday morning.

City of Peterborough’s heritage committee to decide Wednesday on demolition of historic farmhouse

January 17, 2026

Art Gallery of Peterborough will not pursue relocation to proposed 17-storey Crescent Street development

January 16, 2026

Peterborough Regional Health Centre introduces MazeMap wayfinding system to help patients and visitors navigate hospital

January 16, 2026

Peterborough Children’s Chorus fundraiser will help young singers travel to Northumberland Youth Sing Festival this spring

January 16, 2026

Katy Shufelt wins Peterborough DBIA’s Holiday Shopping Passport grand prize draw

kawarthaNOW - January 12, 2026

Shufelt is donating a portion of her $1,500 prize of Boro gift cards to Wild Rock's ComPassion Project.

Boardwalk Board Game Lounge in downtown Peterborough first opened its doors on November 29, 2018. Opened and operated by brothers Dylan and Connor Reinhart, over the past seven years the small business has more than doubled its board game collection, greatly expanded its food and drink menu, and welcomed thousands of visitors to connect and experience the nostalgia of playing board games. (Photo courtesy of Boardwalk Board Game Lounge)

Boardwalk Board Game Lounge celebrates seven years of bringing ‘nostalgic’ fun to downtown Peterborough

December 7, 2025

From locally made gifts to holiday décor to hosting festive gatherings, locally owned independent small businesses on Water Street between Hunter and Simcoe streets in downtown Peterborough have you covered this holiday season, including Needles in the Hay, Watson & Lou, The Neighbourhood Vintage, Sweet Fern Floral Studio, and St Veronus and Bijoux Bar. (kawarthaNOW collage)

Shop the Boro: Find one-of-a-kind gifts and celebrate the holidays at the eclectic businesses of Water Street in downtown Peterborough

December 13, 2025

Give the gift of fresh cut flowers this holiday season by shopping at Sweet Fern Floral Studio on Water Street in downtown Peterborough. Owner and lead designer Angela McDonald offers stunning pre-made and custom floral arrangements and wrapped bouquets, including customizable holiday arrangements and centrepieces, as well as home décor, locally made art, and sweet treats to add to your gift or enhance your holiday celebration. (Photos courtesy of Sweet Fern Floral Studio)

Shop the Boro: Decorate your home with fresh cut flowers at Sweet Fern Floral Studio in downtown Peterborough

December 9, 2025

Alicia Doris, owner of the award-winning Living Local Marketplace in Peterborough, has set up a Christmas Marketplace at Horlings Garden Centre in Selwyn until December 22, 2025. The boutique shop's home for the holidays offers a wide range of products from Canadian artisans and small businesses while crafting a holiday experience that includes beautiful Christmas displays, hot cider and cookies while you shop, and gift wrapping services, with both customizable and ready-made gift boxes available, including for corporate gifting. (Photo: Amy Zand / Elmwood & Baker)

Know Your Locals: Living Local Marketplace’s new home for the holidays offers a one-of-a-kind Christmas shopping experience

December 6, 2025

How the ReFrame Film Festival is supporting new and experienced local filmmakers

Megan Gallant - January 19, 2026

2026 social and environmental justice film festival returns to downtown Peterborough from January 30 to February 1 and virtually from February 3 to 8

Newly formed trio to showcase Scottish music on Robbie Burns Day at Camp Kawartha in Peterborough

January 18, 2026

Peterborough Symphony Orchestra heads back to the swinging sixties with ‘Stars of the Silver Screen’ concert on February 7 and 8

January 17, 2026

nightlifeNOW – January 15 to 21

January 15, 2026

Coast Salish Indigenous actor Michelle Bardac, Nakota/Assiniboine Nation actor Sera-Lys McArthur, and Peterborough actor Megan Murphy are the "Women of the Fur Trade" in New Stages Theatre Company's staged reading of Frances Koncan's award-winning play on January 24, 2026 at Market Hall Performing Arts Centre in downtown Peterborough. Directed by Patti Shaughnessy, the play will also feature Thomas Scott and Chris Mejaki. (kawarthaNOW collage)

New Stages brings satirical comedy ‘Women of the Fur Trade’ to Market Hall in Peterborough on January 24

January 15, 2026

Junior Achievement of Northern and Eastern Ontario announces 2026 Business Hall of Fame inductees

kawarthaNOW - January 14, 2026

Nine Peterborough business leaders will be inducted in a formal ceremony on May 28.

Peterborough Golf and Country Club course superintendent Kevin Kobzan (left) and general manager Will Mitchell with their new Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf Courses certificate. This achievement required the club to undergo a rigorous, multi-year process detailing how they care for the property's ecosystems and sustainably manage their turf. (Photo: Jackie Donaldson / GreenUP)

Peterborough Golf and Country Club’s golf course first in region to earn Audubon environmental certification

December 11, 2025

Dr. Hayley Wickenheiser, four-time Olympic gold medallist, Hockey Hall of Fame inductee, family physician, and assistant general manager with the Toronto Maple Leafs, will deliver the keynote address at the StrikeUP Canada digital conference for women entrepreneurs on February 26, 2026. (Photo source: Speakers Spotlight)

Hockey legend Hayley Wickenheiser to headline free StrikeUP conference for Canadian women entrepreneurs

December 7, 2025

A sold-out crowd of 200 people attended the Peterborough and Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce's inaugural Luminary Awards celebration at the Great Hall of Trent University's Champlain College on May 8, 2025, which saw awards in five categories that recognize women at all stages of their careers presented to Sheena Howard, Jenisha Sanjit Arora, Rachel Stark, Tiffany Arcari, and Jeannine Taylor. (Photo: Jordan Lyall Photography)

Nominations are open for the second annual Luminary Awards for women in business

December 4, 2025

Inside Charlotte Products' Peterborough facility, staff oversee the packaging of environmentally responsible cleaning products. The company uses a supply chain that emphasizes Ontario-based materials and partnerships to minimize emissions and cost. (Photo courtesy of Charlotte Products)

Charlotte Products in Peterborough leads by example in greening the supply chain

November 13, 2025

Inaugural Kawartha Lakes Winter Festival will see some of North America’s top snowshoe runners coming to Fenelon Falls

kawarthaNOW - January 18, 2026

February 1 event at Eganridge Resort will also feature family-friendly winter activities including tobogganing, snowmobile rides, and more.

Boaters navigate through Lock 32 of the Trent-Severn Waterway in Bobcaygeon. (Photo: Parks Canada)

Boat owners face new five-year licence renewals under federal rule changes

January 7, 2026

The winter edition of the Hike Haliburton Festival is returning to the Haliburton Highlands on February 7 and 8, 2026. Registration is now open for free guided hikes led by local experts, and the weekend also offers the opportunity for visitors to book excursions led by local outfitters and enjoy arts and culture. (Photo courtesy of Haliburton County)

Hike Haliburton celebrates winter with a weekend of outdoor adventure on February 7 and 8

January 6, 2026

According to Nicole Captain, an occupational therapist at Five Counties Children's Centre, it's important for parents and caregivers to set a good example for their children during the holiday season by regulating their own behaviour, emotions, and reactions so they remain calm. (Photo: Five Counties Children's Centre)

Five Counties Children’s Centre shares seven tips to help families navigate holiday stress

December 21, 2025

Thoughtfully chosen and long-lasting materials can replace single-use options for gift giving without sacrificing the festive spirit. Not only are these gifts wrapped in non-glossy paper and decorated with non-plastic bows, the gift tags are carved into wood and offer a keepsake in of themselves. (Photo: Natalie Stephenson / GreenUP)

Rethinking the gift wrap: reducing holiday waste without reducing the joy

December 18, 2025

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