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A young girl with gear during summer heading to a beach for a swim. (Stock photo)

The Beach Report for June 26 to July 2, 2026

Water quality testing results for beaches in Peterborough, Kawartha Lakes, Haliburton, Northumberland, and Hastings County.
The Xtract One SmartGateway weapons detection system was installed at the emergency department at Colchester East Hants Health Centre in Truro, Nova Scotia in 2025. The sensors can detect the shape of a potential weapon in real time and where it is concealed on a person's body. The system is designed to detect genuine threats while distinguishing everyday items like phones and keys, significantly reducing false alerts compared to traditional metal detectors. (Photo: Nova Scotia Health)

Peterborough Regional Health Centre to permanently install weapons detection system at emergency department entrance

The Xtract One SmartGateway system will be activated July 7 following a successful three-week pilot in 2025,
Peterborough alt-country singer-songwriter Ty Wilson will be releasing his debut album "Northern Heart, Southern Soul" at the Honkey Tonk Angel Bar in Peterborough on Friday night, with country-rock musicians Andy Colonico and Bree Taylor opening. (Promotional photo)

nightlifeNOW – June 25 to July 1

Featuring live music listings at pubs and restaurants in Peterborough and the greater Kawarthas region.
Canada's men's national team has reached the knockout stage at the FIFA World Cup for the first time ever. (Photo: Audrey Magny / Canada Soccer)

Downtown Peterborough to host Team Canada World Cup watch party on Sunday

Canada faces South Africa in a knockout match, with the game to be shown live from Los Angeles on an outdoor screen at Quaker Foods City Square.
The Inaate'abiwin Playroom at Cobourg EarlyON Child and Family Centre will support Indigenous early years learning, cultural connection, and family engagement. (Photo courtesy of Northumberland County)

Playroom for Indigenous early years learning opens at Cobourg EarlyON centre

Created in partnership with Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services, the Inaate'abiwin Playroom will also be a place for cultural connection and family engagement.
Community Futures Peterborough executive director Devon Girard at the podium during the not-for-profit economic development organization's annual general meeting on June 23, 2026 at the Venture North building in downtown Peterborough. (Photo courtesy of Community Futures Peterborough)

Community Futures Peterborough marks record year for lending and business advisory services

At June 23 AGM, not-for-profit announced it has disbursed 56 loans of more than $2 million and delivered 541 in-depth business advisory consultations.
The recipients of the "4-Under-40" awards at the Peterborough and Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce's 2025 Business Excellence Awards with Karen Auger (middle) of award sponsor MNP Peterborough. Left to right: Adeilah Dahlke, Meagan McLaren, Amy Muir, and Michael Riseley. (Photo: Peterborough and Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce)

Nominations open for Peterborough and Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Business Excellence Awards

Businesses and entrepreneurs in the city and county of Peterborough can be nominated in 18 categories until July 17.
The Royal Canadian Legion Colour Party honouring the Veterans Memorial Crosswalk in downtown Lakefield during an official unveiling ceremony on June 20, 2026. Lakefield Legion Branch 77, Peterborough County, and Selwyn Township collaborated on the creation of the crosswalk, which also commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Lakefield Legion, one of the earliest chartered branches. (Photo: Selwyn Township)

Lakefield Legion unveils new veterans memorial crosswalk in downtown Lakefield

Also commemorating the legion's 100th anniversary, the crosswalk was completed in partnership with Peterborough County and Selwyn Township.
Toronto-based artists Annie Luján and Veronica Hortigüela will perform their award-winning, interactive clown show "MONKS" at Market Hall Performing Arts Centre on January 21, 22, and 24, 2027 as part of New Stages Theatre's 2026-27 season. (Photo: Audrianna Martin Del Campo / The Theatre Centre)

Subscriptions now available for New Stages Peterborough’s 2026-27 season featuring eight Canadian plays

Season features three full productions for the first time, along with five staged readings and the return of the Brand New Stages Festival.
Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region's HomeGrown: A Habitat Garden Disco Fundraiser on June 6, 2026 at Chemong Lodge in Bridgenorth raised $15,000 to support the non-profit organization's local affordable housing builds across the Kawarthas region. (Photo: Bryan Reid)

Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region shares plans for 149 affordable homes at...

June 6 HomeGrown event raised $15,000 to help support local affordable housing projects across the Kawarthas.

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