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Brooklyn Tweed is coming to Peterborough! The renowned wool manufacturer and design house, known for its yarns and top-quality detailed patterns, has chosen Needles in the Hay as a destination shop. Pictured is the "Wallace Wrap" from Brooklyn Tweed's new 2017 Fall Collection. It can be made for men and women as a scarf or wrap, using either the Quarry (chunky, pictured) or Arbor (doubleknit) yarns. (Photo: Brooklyn Tweed)

Local yarn shop expands and adds renowned Brooklyn Tweed to its selection

Needles in the Hay becomes third destination shop in Ontario for flagship design house and yarn manufacturer

Jeanne Pengelly - September 25, 2017

Now an international superstar, Millbrook-raised Serena Ryder is performing at Showplace Performance Centre in Peterborough on December 15, 2017. (Photo: Richard Sibbald)

Serena Ryder coming to Showplace in Peterborough on December 15

Chief John Hagarty of the City of Kawartha Lakes Police Service (Photo: City of Kawartha Lakes Police Service)

City of Kawartha Lakes police chief retiring next August

Neil Young at soundcheck for the Farm Aid Concert held Saturday, September 16 in Pennsylvania. The legendary performer, who spent his childhood years in nearby Omemee, is being inducted into Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame on September 23, 2017.

Neil Young spotted in downtown Peterborough

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Environment Canada issues heat warning for the weekend

Unseasonably high temperatures and humidty expected to continue until next week

kawarthaNOW - September 22, 2017

Mike Crosmaz as Sam, Pam Brohm as Peggy, and Beth Harrington as Grace in Lindsay Little Theatre's production of "Peggy and Grace", running at the theatre in Lindsay on September 22, 23, 29, and 30. (Photo: Sam Tweedle / kawarthaNOW)

Thelma & Louise meets The Golden Girls in ‘Peggy and Grace’

The family-friendly Cultivate festival takes place September 22 to 24 at Memorial Park in downtown Port Hope, and features food and drink, live music, kids activities, education seminoars, an artisan marketplace, art, and more. (Photo: Cultivate / Facebook)

Celebrate local food, drink, music, art, and more at Cultivate this weekend

Couples who divorce by going to court often face high levels of emotional stress, long delays between court dates, and prohibitive legal costs. Through its team of lawyers, financial professionals, and family professionals, Kawartha Collaborative Practice offers an alternative solution: avoiding court, reducing conflict, and bringing about the most peaceful and cost-effective solution for a separating family.

The best option for divorcing couples who want what is fair, not a fight

Road closed stock photo

Plan for delays as Highway 35 south of Lindsay closes for six weeks on September 25

Culvert replacement means traffic will be detoured using Mount Horeb Road and Highway 7

kawarthaNOW - September 22, 2017

The spouses of Peterborough city councillors Henry Clarke, Lesley Parnell, and Dave Haacke talk to writer Paul Rellinger about how political life affects family life, including the increasing lack of civility when it comes to debates on hot-button issues. (Photo: Bruce Head / kawarthaNOW)

Thinking of seeking municipal election in 2018? Be prepared for the consequences.

Folk rock/punk singer-songwriter Skye Wallace performs on Friday, September 22 at the Historic Red Dog in downtown Peterborough, along with GTA-based blues/rock band Mayfly's Landing and Peterborough's own Broken Harmony. (Photo: Chet Tilokani)

nightlifeNOW – September 21 to 27

A group walks safely at a school crossing with the help of a City of Peterborough crossing guard. Walking to school is a great way for kids to have a little fun and make connections with neighbours and friends. The Crossing Guards of Peterborough would like to remind drivers to slow down when approaching a school-crossing zone to ensure everyone’s safety. (Photo: GreenUP)

Let’s keep kids safe as they walk, bike, scoot, and bus to school

News & Community

There were butter tarts galore at the 5th annual Kawarthas Northumberland Butter Tart Taste-Off, held on Saturday, September 23, 2017 at the Peterborough Farmers' Market in the Morrow Building. (Photo: Butter Tart Tour)

Local bakeries compete at Butter Tart Taste-Off in Peterborough

kawarthaNOW - September 25, 2017

Around 5,200 people attended annual event showcasing quintessential Canadian dessert.

Bicycle and car accident

Bobcaygeon man charged under one-metre law after car hits cyclist

September 25, 2017

Chief John Hagarty of the City of Kawartha Lakes Police Service (Photo: City of Kawartha Lakes Police Service)

City of Kawartha Lakes police chief retiring next August

September 25, 2017

Neil Young at soundcheck for the Farm Aid Concert held Saturday, September 16 in Pennsylvania. The legendary performer, who spent his childhood years in nearby Omemee, is being inducted into Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame on September 23, 2017.

Neil Young spotted in downtown Peterborough

Updated September 24, 2017

Environment Canada issues heat warning for the weekend

September 22, 2017

The family-friendly Cultivate festival takes place September 22 to 24 at Memorial Park in downtown Port Hope, and features food and drink, live music, kids activities, education seminoars, an artisan marketplace, art, and more. (Photo: Cultivate / Facebook)

Celebrate local food, drink, music, art, and more at Cultivate this...

September 22, 2017

Arts & Entertainment

Now an international superstar, Millbrook-raised Serena Ryder is performing at Showplace Performance Centre in Peterborough on December 15, 2017. (Photo: Richard Sibbald)

Serena Ryder coming to Showplace in Peterborough on December 15

kawarthaNOW - September 25, 2017

Showplace also announces Alan Doyle concert in February 2018, with more to come.

Mike Crosmaz as Sam, Pam Brohm as Peggy, and Beth Harrington as Grace in Lindsay Little Theatre's production of "Peggy and Grace", running at the theatre in Lindsay on September 22, 23, 29, and 30. (Photo: Sam Tweedle / kawarthaNOW)

Thelma & Louise meets The Golden Girls in ‘Peggy and Grace’

September 22, 2017

Folk rock/punk singer-songwriter Skye Wallace performs on Friday, September 22 at the Historic Red Dog in downtown Peterborough, along with GTA-based blues/rock band Mayfly's Landing and Peterborough's own Broken Harmony. (Photo: Chet Tilokani)

nightlifeNOW – September 21 to 27

September 21, 2017

Samuelle Weatherdon as Charles, George Knechtel (obscured) as Peter, Angela Sorenson as Usla, and Simon Turner as Rodney Divine in "Mr. Icky", one of two short pieces written by F. Scott Fitzgerald and presented at The Theatre on King from September 21 to 23. (Photo: Andy Carroll)

No second acts in American lives: a review of Two Short...

September 20, 2017

Vancouver-based arts company Hong Kong Exile will perform NINEEIGHT and Room 2048 at the Market Hall in Peterborough on September 21, the first presentation of Public Energy's 2017-18 season. (Photo: Remi Theriault)

Public Energy kicks off its 24th season with a double bill...

September 19, 2017

Canadian comedic actress, screenwriter, and playwright Diane Flacks will participate in a staged reading of her play "Unholy", the first presentation in the 2017-2018 season of New Stages Theatre Company's popular The Page on Stage reading series. The reading takes place on Sunday, September 24 at the Market Hall Performing Arts Centre in downtown Peterborough.

Playwright Diane Flacks asks whether women should abandon religion

September 19, 2017

Business & Technology

The Traditional County Fair at Lang Pioneer Village Museum in Keene on Sunday, September 24th will celebrate Canada 150+ and the 50th anniversary of the museum and will also feature the grand opening of the Peterborough County Agricultural Heritage Building, pictured here during construction. (Photo: Peterborough County)

What’s new from the Kawartha Chamber of Commerce & Tourism –...

kawarthaNOW - September 20, 2017

Featuring Buckhorn Hop, Bridgenorth Public Info Session, Traditional County Fair at Lang Pioneer Village, and more.

The Peterborough Chamber of Commerce's annual business trade show, LoveLocalPtbo Business Expo, takes place on Wednesday, September 27th from noon to 7 p.m. at the Morrow Building in Peterborough, with more than 110 local businesses participating. As well as the Networking Cafe, the event features the Holistic Health and Wellness Zone, The Start and Grow Zone, The Innovation Zone, and The Green Business Zone. New to the Green Business Zone this year is the Water Wagon, where attendees can refill their water bottles for free. (Photo: Peterborough Chamber of Commerce)

Connect with your local business community at LoveLocalPtbo Business Expo on...

September 19, 2017

Seven business owners share Starter Company Plus grant dollars

Updated September 16, 2017

Tickets are on sale now for the 18th Annual Awards of Excellence Gala on Friday, November 3 at Elmhirst's Resort in Keene. Elmhirst's Resort is offering special room rates for those booking with the Gala.

Sixty local businesses nominated for Kawartha Chamber’s Awards of Excellence

September 14, 2017

Celebrate Indigenous heritage at the annual Curve Lake Pow Wow takes place on September 16 and 17 at Lance Wood Park at Curve Lake First Nation.

What’s new from the Kawartha Chamber of Commerce & Tourism –...

September 13, 2017

The recipients of the 2016 Kawartha Chamber of Commerce & Tourism's Awards of Excellence Awards. Nominations for this year's awards, to be presented in November, close on Monday, September 11th.

What’s new from the Kawartha Chamber of Commerce & Tourism –...

September 6, 2017

Lifestyle & Family

Brooklyn Tweed is coming to Peterborough! The renowned wool manufacturer and design house, known for its yarns and top-quality detailed patterns, has chosen Needles in the Hay as a destination shop. Pictured is the "Wallace Wrap" from Brooklyn Tweed's new 2017 Fall Collection. It can be made for men and women as a scarf or wrap, using either the Quarry (chunky, pictured) or Arbor (doubleknit) yarns. (Photo: Brooklyn Tweed)

Local yarn shop expands and adds renowned Brooklyn Tweed to its...

Jeanne Pengelly - September 25, 2017

Needles in the Hay becomes third destination shop in Ontario for flagship design house and yarn manufacturer.

Couples who divorce by going to court often face high levels of emotional stress, long delays between court dates, and prohibitive legal costs. Through its team of lawyers, financial professionals, and family professionals, Kawartha Collaborative Practice offers an alternative solution: avoiding court, reducing conflict, and bringing about the most peaceful and cost-effective solution for a separating family.

The best option for divorcing couples who want what is fair,...

September 22, 2017

On Saturday, September 23rd, local tart makers will face off in the fifth annual Butter Tart Tour Taste-Off in Peterborough. Pictured is the Bailieboro Baconator, a bacon-enhanced butter tart by Diane Rogers of Doo Doo's bakery. (Photo: Eva Fisher / kawarthaNOW)

KNosh News – September 2017

September 19, 2017

Peterborough Multi-Sport Club brings you inside the world of fencing and longsword fighting with programs for adults and youth. Fall registration is now open for all programs as well as an after-school athletic program for kids. (Photo: Peterborough Multi-Sport Club)

Learn to sword fight like a warrior at Peterborough Multi-Sport Club

September 17, 2017

This boulevard garden has been recognized in the GreenUP Water Wise Landscaping Recognition Program. Planting a boulevard garden is a beautiful way to transform a space that can otherwise be an uninspiring piece of your property. Planting gardens instead of grass can mean less watering, more rain absorption, less flooding, more pollinators, and enhanced beauty in your front yard. (Photo courtesy of GreenUP)

Fall is a great time to make your garden ready for...

September 14, 2017

Nestled on the shores of Clear Lake, and with more than 185 acres of wetlands, woodlands and meadows, Camp Kawartha's Outdoor Education Centre and summer camp (1010 Birchview Road, Douro-Dummer) is a natural for outdoor learning. (Photo: Camp Kawartha)

Get one step closer to nature with Camp Kawartha

September 11, 2017

Visit our Women's Business Network of Peterborough Special Editorial Section

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