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At a time when the work landscape is unpredictable, a career in the aerospace sector in Peterborough and the Kawarthas is one you can count on. Based near the Peterborough Airport, Safran Electronics & Defense is proof of the longevity and career growth the industry offers, as the multinational company is continually expanding and working alongside start-ups to transition to carbon-neutral aviation, the future of the industry. (Photo: Safran Electronics & Defense)

Safran Electronics & Defense soars into the future of aerospace

With the transition to sustainable air transport, the multinational business's Canadian headquarters in Peterborough promises long-term career opportunities

Megan Gallant - October 21, 2024

Through Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region (Habitat PKR), 12 families (including Derrick and his daughter Maelyn, holding the sold sign) have achieved affordable homeownership of units at 21 Leahy's Lane in Peterborough. The non-profit organization held a dedication ceremony on October 20, 2024, that was attended by the families, dignitaries, project partners, and supporters. (Photo courtesy of Habitat PKR)

Habitat for Humanity celebrates completion of Leahy’s Lane development in Peterborough

As well as fire and emergency response, Peterborough Fire Services provides public fire and safety education and fire prevention, investigation, and Fire Code enforcement. (Photo: Peterborough Fire Services)

Peterborough woman facing arson charge following Friday night fire

Attendees at the second annual Haliburton County Housing Summit at the Minden Hills Community Centre in April 2023. The third annual summit, co-hosted by Places For People and Haliburton County, will take place at the Minden Hills Community Centre on October 24, 2024. (Photo: Places for People / Facebook)

Third annual Haliburton County Housing Summit will explore housing needs and potential solutions

A red-tailed hawk named Slater is being treated for rodenticide poisoning at the Woodlands Wildlife Sanctuary in Minden. When picked up on the side of the road, Slater was severely underweight, hardly able to stand, and suffering from internal bleeding. According to the organization Rodenticide Free Ontario, rodenticide poisoning has become an increasing common concern among wildlife, pets, and even humans. (Photo courtesy of Allison Hansen)

Slater the red-tailed hawk being treated for rodenticide poisoning at Minden’s Woodlands Wildlife Sanctuary

'We're in a biodiversity crisis and we need to really take this seriously' says Rodenticide Free Ontario founder Allison Hansen

Megan Gallant - October 20, 2024

Police closed County Road 25 between County Road 35 and Concession Road 8 in the Municipality of Trent Hills following a two-vehicle collision just after midnight on October 20, 2024 that claimed the lives of both drivers. (Photo: Northumberland OPP)

Both drivers killed in two-vehicle collision early Sunday morning on County Road 25 north of Warkworth

Clad in yellow and purple track suits for the third year, Linda Kash and Megan Murphy will be emceeing the annual "Cancer Takedown" fundraiser in support of cancer care at Peterborough Regional Health Centre. Taking place at Market Hall Performing Arts Centre in downtown Peterborough on November 7, 2024, the "spirit raiser" for anyone touched by cancer will include music, storytelling, humour, hope, and connection. (Supplied photo)

Third annual ‘Cancer Takedown’ returns to raise spirits of those touched by cancer and to raise funds for cancer care

Kawartha Lakes Food Source (KLFS) in the City of Kawartha Lakes is launching its "reverse advent calendar" food drive for the month of November 2024. The organization is calling on the community to give something every day in November by setting aside a food or household item to donate and, at the end of the month, to deliver the collected items to the not-for-profit distribution centre in Kawartha Lakes.(Photo: KLFS)

Kawartha Lakes Food Source launches ‘reverse advent calendar’ to collect 3,000 pounds of food for people in need

Canadian virtuoso pianist David Jalbert will join the Peterborough Symphony Orchestra as a guest artist for the third time to perform Russian composer Sergei Rachmaninov's famously challenging "Piano Concerto no. 3" during the orchestra's season-opening concert "Romantic Flames" on November 2, 2024 at Showplace Performance Centre in downtown Peterborough. (Photo via David Jalbert website)

Pianist David Jalbert will tackle Rachmaninov’s famous concerto at Peterborough Symphony Orchestra season opener

'Romantic Flames' on November 2 at Showplace Performance Centre will also feature works by Czech composer Antonín Dvorák and Cree composer Andrew Balfour

Bruce Head - October 18, 2024

In partnership with the Peterborough and Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce, Peterborough County is hosting a series of free roundtable discussions this fall in six communities around the county. The "Tourism Talks" series invites tourism operators and business owners servicing the visitor economy to share their thoughts about challenges, trends, and opportunities for tourism in the county. The discussions will lead to new tourism strategies as county assumes responsibility for economic development and tourism in 2025. (Graphic: Peterborough County)

Peterborough County tourism operators and business owners servicing the visitor economy invited to ‘Tourism Talks’

Ivy Joules, a one-year-old golden retriever, joined Northumberland Paramedics as a therapy dog in 2023. In addition to providing emotional support for paramedics and Northumberland County employees, Ivy accompanies parademics during resident visits as part of the community paramedicine program. A 2025 calendar featuring Ivy is available for advance orders, with money raised buying meals for residents in need. (Photo: Northumberland Paramedics)

Fundraising calendar starring Northumberland Paramedics therapy dog Ivy Joules will help community members in need

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

Safran Electronics & Defense soars into the future of aerospace

Megan Gallant - October 21, 2024

With the transition to sustainable air transport, the multinational business's Canadian headquarters in Peterborough promises long-term career opportunities

Habitat for Humanity celebrates completion of Leahy’s Lane development in Peterborough

October 21, 2024

Peterborough woman facing arson charge following Friday night fire

October 21, 2024

Third annual Haliburton County Housing Summit will explore housing needs and potential solutions

October 21, 2024

Slater the red-tailed hawk being treated for rodenticide poisoning at Minden’s Woodlands Wildlife Sanctuary

October 20, 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

Pianist David Jalbert will tackle Rachmaninov’s famous concerto at Peterborough Symphony Orchestra season opener

Bruce Head - October 18, 2024

'Romantic Flames' on November 2 at Showplace Performance Centre will also feature works by Czech composer Antonín Dvorák and Cree composer Andrew Balfour.

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

October 17, 2024

"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)

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

October 14, 2024

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

October 13, 2024

Peterborough County tourism operators and business owners servicing the visitor economy invited to ‘Tourism Talks’

Megan Gallant - October 18, 2024

Free roundtable events led by Peterborough and Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce take place in six communities this fall.

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

October 17, 2024

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

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

‘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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