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Hospice Peterborough’s annual Hike for Hospice raises record $148,000
Close to 440 participants took part in September 27 fundraiser supporting free palliative care and bereavement programs in the city and county of Peterborough.
Northumberland Humane Society breaks ground on new Animal Care & Adoption Centre in Cobourg
$4-million capital campaign will fund a three-phase transformation of Theatre Road facility, with first phase expected to be complete in August 2027.
Peterborough Community Farm officially launches in Otonabee-South Monaghan
Farms at Work initiative will provide land, shared infrastructure, training, and mentorship to aspiring farmers, with applications for 2027 growing season opening soon.
The Canadian Canoe Museum’s Lakeside Gala raises $154,000 to support programming at the Peterborough...
October 3 fundraiser also generated $62,000 in in-kind contributions and helped expand the museum's youth backcountry tripping fleet to eight canoes
Halloween in the Booro returns October 24 with trick-or-treating and free ‘Goosebumps’ screening
Fifth annual family-friendly event will feature more than 50 participating businesses in downtown Peterborough and East City and a new outdoor movie screening.
E-bike fire causes estimated $500,000 in damage to south-end Peterborough home
One occupant treated at scene of McKellar Street blaze as recent Toronto incidents highlight growing concerns about battery fires.
Ontario invests $100 million in financing for new Trent University residences in Peterborough
Provincial investment is part of a $384 million financing package for Gidigaa Migizi College and a new Otonabee College residence, with completion expected in 2029.
Peterborough mayoral candidate Rob Hailman suspends campaign but remains on ballot
Citing demands of working two jobs, Hailman said he will fill debate commitments but conduct no further campaign activities ahead of the October 26 election.
Habitat PKR’s Women Build raises $15,250 to help build three affordable homes in Norwood
More than 60 participants joined four days of hands-on construction and fundraising in September to support affordable homeownership for three local families.
nightlifeNOW – October 1 to 7
Featuring live music listings at pubs and restaurants in Peterborough and the greater Kawarthas regio
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