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The Miranda Water Technologies team (Ryan Moore, Michael Skinner, and Emrah Hançer) at IFAT Munich in 2024, the leading tradeshow in environmental technologies. Miranda, a globally recognized leader in supporting the sustainable and environmentally friendly treatment of water and wastewater with water reuse systems for commercial and residential areas, has partnered with Fleming College in Peterborough to develop technology for improving efficiency, sustainability, and performance in wastewater treatment. (Photo: Miranda Water Technologies)

Miranda Water Technologies partners with Fleming College to support watertech innovation in Peterborough and the Kawarthas

Global leader in water management will leverage the college's innovative research institutions to improve wastewater treatment and provide hands-on learning opportunities

Megan Gallant - October 17, 2024

Peterborough native Sebastian Bach (former frontman of Skid Row and son of late Peterborough artist David Bierk) will rock his hometown with a concert at The Venue on Wednesday night in support of his latest album "Child Within the Man". (Photo via Sebastian Bach / Facebook)

nightlifeNOW – October 17 to 23

Small Business Week events in the Kawarthas region include the "The Modern Entrepreneur Experience" presented by Community Futures Peterborough and the Business Advisory Centre on October 23, 2024 at The El (P) in downtown Peterborough. Business Advisory Centre manager Rose Terry and business advisor Lindsey Irwin will each be leading workshops during the choose-your-own-adventure series, where entrepreneurs can register for one session or attend the entire half-day series. (Photo: Community Futures Peterborough)

What’s happening during Small Business Week in Peterborough and the Kawarthas

"Walktober" is an opportunity to spend time outside and encourage kids, students, families, and school communities to be active on the way to school. Kids who walk to school benefit from more quality time with friends, lower stress, and increased daily minutes of exercise. (Photo: Peter Rellinger)

‘Walktober’ is a great time to get kids walking to school: Peterborough GreenUP

Peterborough County's new economic development and tourism team (Tracie Bertrand, Rhonda Keenan, and Sarah Budd) in front of the county's new business information hub located in the former post office at 12 Queen Street in downtown Lakefield. (Photo: Peterborough County)

Peterborough County launches new business information hub in downtown Lakefield

County is hosting a 'meet the team' open house event on October 21 during Small Business Week

Bruce Head - October 16, 2024

Kristal Jones-Craighead, a worker with the Elizabeth Fry Society of Peterborough, is coordinator of the morning drop-in program at Trinity Centre in Peterborough. The weekday program is where people of all walks of life can gather, enjoy a light breakfast or cup of coffee, access a community clothing cupboard, washrooms and showers, and harm reduction supplies, and connect with housing outreach workers and participate in community programs. (Photo courtesy of Kristal Jones-Craighead)

Elizabeth Fry Society of Peterborough aims to raise $120,000 for Trinity Centre’s morning drop-in program

The next instalment of the Northumberland PACE Speakers Series, a virtual series of educational sessions on health and wellness, runs at 5:30 p.m. on October 24, 2024 and features sports chiropractor Dr. Alban Merepeza speaking on the overall effects of posture on health. (Photo: Port Hope Sports and Rehabilitation Centre)

Northumberland PACE Speakers Series returns with October 24 session about impact of posture on overall health

"A Night at the Grand Ghoul Opry" at the Bancroft Village Playhouse features a Halloween-inspired take on classic country and rock songs. (Graphic: Tweed & Company Theatre)

Trojan horse protest against health care privatization to visit hospitals in Kawarthas region on Wednesday

Hospital unions objecting to Ontario government's expanded use of private clinics to deliver publicly funded services including hospital surgeries

kawarthaNOW - October 15, 2024

Justine Christensen and Edward Sweeney star as Mary and Charlie in the Peterborough Theatre Guild's production of "Mary's Wedding," an award-winning romantic historical drama by Canadian playwright Stephen Massicotte. The play runs for 10 performance from October 25 to November 9, 2024 at the Guild Hall in Peterborough's East City. (kawarthaNOW screenshot of Peterborough Theatre Guild video)

Peterborough Theatre Guild presents celebrated Canadian romantic historical drama from October 25 to November 9

Participants decked out in festive outfits for the 2022 "Jolly Jog" in support of Kawartha Lakes Food Source (KLFS). The not-for-profit distribution centre that supplies food and personal care items to member organizations is warming up for its 15th annual "Jolly Jog" walk/run on November 16, 2024. (Photo: KLFS)

Kawartha Lakes Food Source strives to fill bellies and cupboards through ‘Jolly Jog’ walk/run on November 16

Lindsay author Emma K.C. Couette's books are some of the many that will be available for purchase at the third annual Kawartha Lakes Book Festival, held in partnership between the Kawartha Lakes Writers and Kawartha Lakes Public Library. Running on October 26, 2024 at the Bobcaygeon and Lindsay branches, the event includes author presentations, readings and Q&As, as well as a writing workshop and the chance to connect with both local and visiting authors. (Photo: Kawartha Lakes Writers / Facebook)

Learn about the region from local authors at the Kawartha Lakes Book Festival on October 26

Miranda Water Technologies partners with Fleming College to support watertech innovation in Peterborough and the Kawarthas

Megan Gallant - October 17, 2024

Global leader in water management will leverage the college's innovative research institutions to improve wastewater treatment and provide hands-on learning opportunities.

Elizabeth Fry Society of Peterborough aims to raise $120,000 for Trinity Centre’s morning drop-in program

Updated October 16, 2024

Northumberland PACE Speakers Series returns with October 24 session about impact of posture on overall health

October 16, 2024

Representatives of the Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) Foundation attended The Local Show organized by Peterborough and Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce at Lansdowne Place on September 14, 2024 to chat with shoppers about their experiences at the hospital, the impact of the hospital in the region, and what the $60 million Campaign for PRHC will mean for patient care. The PRHC Foundation is now seeking community members to become volunteer ambassadors for the campaign. Pictured are PRHC Foundation President & CEO Lesley Heighway, Community Giving & Engagement Manager Jane Lovett, and Community Giving & Engagement Coordinator Hanna Méthot. (Photo courtesy of PRHC Foundation)

Peterborough Regional Health Centre Foundation seeks volunteer ambassadors for its largest-ever fundraising campaign

October 15, 2024

CUPE's Ontario Council of Hospital Unions (OCHU-CUPE) and the Ontario Health Coalition launched their Trojan Horse Ontario Tour to protest privatization of hospital surgeries on October 4, 2024 at Queen's Park in Toronto, and will be visiting locations around the province until the end of November. (Photo: OCHU-CUPE)

Trojan horse protest against health care privatization to visit hospitals in Kawarthas region on Wednesday

October 15, 2024

Know Your Locals: Lakefield’s David Goyette proves it’s never too late to find a new passion

Megan Gallant - October 10, 2024

The long-time musician, writer, arts promoter, community supporter, and philanthropist continues to find success as an abstract expressionist artist.

Peterborough native Steve Nicholls is the managing partner at Billyard Insurance Group Peterborough, helping residents across Ontario find home, auto, travel, and business insurance within their budget. In the past three years, the small team has garnered nothing but five-star reviews for their attention to customer service and community-oriented approach. (Photo courtesy of Billyard Insurance Group Peterborough)

Know Your Locals: Steve Nicholls celebrates three years of Billyard Insurance Group Peterborough

October 8, 2024

Boardwalk Board Game Lounge on George Street welcoming trick-or-treaters and late-night shoppers to the second annual "Halloween in the Booro" event in 2023. Boardwalk Board Game Lounge is one of nearly 30 downtown Peterborough businesses that will be participating in the 2024 event from 5 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, October 26, organized by the Peterborough Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA). (Photo courtesy of Peterborough DBIA)

Spook-tacular family fun returns to downtown Peterborough October 26 with ‘Halloween in the Booro’

October 2, 2024

Grady's Feet Essentials owners Tony and Kelli Grady in 2012, cutting the ribbon during a grand opening of their former location in Peterborough's Lansdowne Place Mall following a major storefront renovation. Now located again in downtown Peterborough and celebrating 40 years in business, the couple reflects on the ups and downs of running their successful business. (Photo courtesy of Grady's Feet Essentials)

Grady’s Feet Essentials in Peterborough celebrates 40 years in business

October 1, 2024

Owner Nancy Wiskel has rebranded Dan Joyce Clothing as DJC Modern Apparel and is hosting a grand opening at the store's new location at 1525 Chemong Road on October 5, 2024. (Photo courtesy of DJC Modern Apparel)

‘A stylist in your pocket’: legacy meets modern as Peterborough’s Dan Joyce Classic Clothing rebrands as DJC Modern Apparel

September 30, 2024

nightlifeNOW – October 17 to 23

kawarthaNOW - October 17, 2024

Featuring live music listings at pubs and restaurants in Peterborough and the greater Kawarthas region.

Peterborough Theatre Guild presents celebrated Canadian romantic historical drama from October 25 to November 9

October 14, 2024

Learn about the region from local authors at the Kawartha Lakes Book Festival on October 26

October 13, 2024

Leisa Way and her Wayward Wind Band (left to right: Bruce Ley, Brant Garratt, Don Reid, Jack Gaughan, and Junior Riggan) will perform the hits of the late Gordon Lightfoot and share stories, facts, and anecdotes about the legendary Canadian singer-songwriter during "Early Morning Rain: The Legend of Gordon Lightfoot," which runs at Globus Theatre in Bobcaygeon from October 15 to 19, 2024. (Photo courtesy of Leisa Way)

Bobcaygeon’s Globus Theatre presents a musical tribute to the late Gordon Lightfoot from October 15 to 19

October 12, 2024

What’s happening during Small Business Week in Peterborough and the Kawarthas

Megan Gallant - October 17, 2024

With workshops, conferences, and networking events, the region has a lot planned to celebrate small business owners from October 20 to 26,

Peterborough County launches new business information hub in downtown Lakefield

October 16, 2024

Founded by Ennismore couple Ainsley and Dario Gabbani, Maple Light introduced its eponymous product this past summer. Containing only water, vodka, maple syrup, and citric acid, the hard maple seltzer is now available in Peterborough-area bars and restaurants. (Photo: Maple Light)

Peterborough company Maple Light launches alcoholic beverage celebrating Canada’s most iconic flavour

October 9, 2024

Scotiabank small business advisor Kevin Miller speaks at Community Futures Peterborough's 2024 ScaleUP graduation celebration at Venture North in downtown Peterborough on September 17, 2024. The celebration was in honour of the third cohort of the program, and the second one held in partnership with Scotiabank. By supporting individual small businesses through programs like ScaleUP, Scotiabank is also supporting broader economic development by creating jobs, increasing local spending, and fostering a culture of entrepreneurship. (Photo: Jeannine Taylor / kawarthaNOW)

By supporting Community Futures Peterborough’s ScaleUP program, Scotiabank is investing in the community

October 8, 2024

Sarah Budd, outgoing CEO and president of Peterborough and Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce, speaks at the launch of the chamber's inaugural Luminary Awards, held at Bennett's Furniture and Mattresses in Peterborough on September 18, 2024. With five categories, the awards celebrate women in business in the city and county of Peterborough, both those in leadership roles and those who lead from behind the scenes. Nominations are now open until January 17, 2025. (Photo: Heather Doughty Photography)

New Luminary Awards to shine a light on Peterborough-area women in business

October 1, 2024

‘Walktober’ is a great time to get kids walking to school: Peterborough GreenUP

GreenUP - October 17, 2024

Children who regularly walk to school are more informed about their communities and have increased road safety awareness.

Peterborough residents Michael and Norma Doran pose with their heat pump, which they installed in 2023. The Dorans worked with GreenUP's home energy team to evaluate their home's efficiency, and were able to take advantage of an incentive program to upgrade their home. You can learn more about heat pumps and other energy-saving solutions, incentive programs, and more at the Home Energy Expo on October 19, 2024 at the McDonnel St. Activity Centre in Peterborough. (Photo: Clara Blakelock / GreenUP)

Learn more about heat pumps at Peterborough GreenUP’s Home Energy Expo on October 19

October 10, 2024

For the fourth year, Burke's Barnyard, a four-acre farm northeast of Bancroft, will be hosting a family-friendly Halloween celebration from 1 to 7 p.m. on October 19, 2024 with trick-or-treating, themed décor, activities and games, a costume exchange, a vendor market, and more. The annual event collects non-perishable food items for the North Hastings Community Cupboard. (Photo: Burke's Barnyard / Facebook)

North Hastings community comes together for 4th annual family Halloween celebration at Burke’s Barnyard

October 9, 2024

Christian and Gabriel are two of the kids of families served by Five Counties Children's Centre who are looking forward to "All-o-ween" at the organization's locations in Peterborough, Cobourg, and Lindsay from October 28 to 30, 2024. The event is aimed at making the trick-or-treating experience more inclusive and accessible for kids of all ages and abilities by removing physical and sensory barriers for trick-or-treating. (Photo: Five Counties Children's Centre)

Five Counties Children’s Centre hosting inclusive Halloween events for young clients and kids on waiting list

October 7, 2024

Ange, a physiotherapist at Five Counties Children's Centre, leads kids through exercises designed to help them find their stride. The Five Counties kids were part of the Heel-Toe Express Group piloted this summer. The physiotherapy program helps teach exercises and stretches to children who continue to walk on their toes, either due to underlying medical conditions or because it's idiopathic. (Photo courtesy of Five Counties Children's Centre)

There’s no tip-toeing around Heel-Toe Express Group program at Five Counties Children’s Centre

October 3, 2024

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