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Bruce Head is kawarthaNOW.com's managing editor, chief technical officer, and a contributing writer. If he has any spare time, he enjoys songwriting, playing acoustic guitar, and taking photos of Cait the border collie.
Peterborough city council endorses mayor’s 2026 budget with 6.56% rate hike despite split over...
Lachica, Bierk, and Riel oppose the budget over a 9.22% police operating increase and major capital costs as council accelerates adoption under strong mayor rules.
Clarington councillor charged after Peterborough police investigation into alleged voicemail threats
Corinna Traill is accused of August threats against mayoral candidate Tom Dingwall, a retired Durham Region police officer, and his wife.
Downtown Peterborough lights up with festive celebrations this weekend
Tree lighting, holiday markets and concerts, and the Santa Claus Parade headline a packed December 5–7 lineup across the city's core.
After fierce pushback, Peterborough city council rejects by-law to assume control of DBIA funds
The DBIA and downtown businesses warned the proposed by-law threatened trust, autonomy, and the 2017 settlement agreement before councillors voted 11-0 to reject it
Peterborough DBIA responds with ‘strong warning’ as city council considers by-law to reclaim annual...
Executive director and board chair say proposed move threatens downtown stability and economic recovery, breaks trust, and could trigger further action.
City of Peterborough drafts by-law to claw back $150K annual payment to DBIA
A legal manoeuvre under the Municipal Act would let city assume the board's power to receive the settlement funds first awarded in 2017 after casino appeal.
Backyard Music Co. bringing Nashville-style intimate concerts to Bobcaygeon and Fenelon Falls next summer
Three-day July festival will feature 15 surprise songwriters in up-close 'writers round' performances inspired by Nashville's iconic Bluebird Café.
Peterborough police service board makes short work of city council’s request for potential budget...
Less than a day after the request and after a brief closed session, board reaffirms ask for a 9.22% increase in the police service's 2026 operating budget.
Peterborough city council trims 2026 tax increase to 6.56% by deferring projects and tapping...
Councillors vote to use $3 million in interest income to reduce tax levy, but Mayor Jeff Leal warns of 'tough sledding' ahead for 2027 budget.
Peterborough County eyes future second river crossing as Lakefield’s lone bridge slated for 2027...
As long-term planning study evaluates new Otonabee River crossing, county and Selwyn Township to collaborate with local businesses in advance of bridge closure.
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