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United Way Peterborough & District 2026-27 campaign chair Tiffany Arcari (third from left, front) leads members of the campaign cabinet during a campaign launch event at Healthy Planet Arena on September 17, 2026. (Photo: Jordan Lyall Photography)

United Way Peterborough & District calls on ‘certified neighbours’ to reach its $1,585,000 campaign goal

Thursday's launch of 2026-27 campaign at Healthy Planet Arena sees CEO Jason Seguya and campaign chair Tiffany Arcari urge residents to 'show up' for each other

Paul Rellinger - September 17, 2026

Cobourg native Sue Passmore, best known as one-third of the Juno award-winning roots trio Good Lovelies, will be the featured guest at an open mic hosted by Matt MacLeod at The Railyard Cafe & Taphouse in Peterborough's East City on Sunday afternoon. (Photo: Paul Rellinger / kawarthaNOW)

nightlifeNOW – September 17 to 23

Peterborough City Hall is located at 500 George Street in downtown Peterborough. (Photo: Bruce Head / kawarthaNOW)

City of Peterborough services review includes options for cuts to sidewalk snow clearing, zoo fees, and airport transfer

Dr. Maxwell Tran has been appointed associate medical officer of health of Lakelands Public Health. (Photo courtesy of Lakelands Public Health)

Dr. Maxwell Tran joins Lakelands Public Health as associate medical officer of health

Members of 100 Women Peterborough outside Ashburnham Funeral Home & Reception Centre on September 15, 2026, where they presented a $10,000-plus cheque to Farms at Work, representing the collective donations of the members of the group. (Photo courtesy of 100 Women Peterborough)

100 Women Peterborough donates over $10,000 to Farms at Work

Collective donation will support the development of the non-profit organization's new Peterborough Community Farm, a collaborative model for agriculture and food production

Jeannine Taylor - September 17, 2026

RTO8's research and special projects manager Hillary Flood and 4th Line Theatre's general manager Lindy Finlan will join "Growing Your Business with Green Tourism Strategies," an online discussion hosted by Green Economy Peterborough (GEP) on October 7, 2026 on implementing green initiatives in tourism-based businesses. Earlier this year, both Flood and Finlan attended GEP's annual Leadership in Sustainability Celebration, which recognizes sustainable initiatives led by small businesses across the community. (Photo: Heather Doughty)

Green tourism takes centre stage at upcoming Green Economy Peterborough discussion

The seven candidates vying to become Peterborough's next mayor in the October 26, 2026 municipal election (left to right, top and bottom): Michael Eamon, Rob Hailman, Brian Lumsden, Jacob Méthot, Neil Morton, Keith Riel, and Rebecca Schillemat. (kawarthaNOW collage of candidate photos)

Meet the seven candidates vying to become Peterborough’s next mayor

A scene from the 2019 documentary "Town of Widows" by Natasha Luckhardt and Rob Viscardis, which documents the fight for justice by former GE workers and their widows in Peterborough who believe workplace exposure to toxic substances caused illnesses and cancer deaths. The documentary will be screened during "Good Neighbours Deserve Answers," a free community forum at the Peterborough Public Library on October 18, 2026 that seeks answers from GE Vernova and Ontario's Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks about the plan to demolish most of the contiminated buildings at the factory complex in downtown Peterborough. (Photo: Rob Viscardis)

Community forum to seek answers about demolition of contaminated GE buildings in Peterborough

Peterborough-Kawartha MPP Dave Smith and Business Advisory Centre manager Rosalea Terry (back and front row, far left) and Peterbough County warden Bonnie Clark and City of Peterborough mayor Jeff Leal (front and back row, far right) with the successful applicants for the 2026 cohort of the Starter Company Plus program at Community Futures Peterborough on September 16, 2026. (Photo courtesy of Community Futures Peterborough)

Community Futures Peterborough announces largest-ever cohort for 2026 Starter Company Plus program

23 businesses have been selected from the city and county of Peterborough and Curve Lake First Nation for provincially funded entrepreneurial training program

Bruce Head - September 16, 2026

The historic Christ Church on King Street East in Omemee closed in early 2022 after serving the community for 186 years, and was later sold. The Omemee Food Bank, which operated out of the church for many years, moved to Omemee Baptist Church. (Photo: Omemee Food Bank / Facebook)

Compass Early Learning and Care to open new child care program in former Omemee church

This edition of kawarthaNOW's "Kawartha Localist" editorial series features fun fall destinations across the greater Kawarthas region, including MacArthur's Pumpkin Patch in Oakwood, the Hike Haliburton festival, Applefest at Lang Pioneer Village Museum in Keene, the Apsley Autumn Studio Tour, McQuaid's County Market in Omemee, Pieter's Appleyard in Colborne, Kawartha Farmfest in Kawartha Lakes, Bragg Farms in Clarington, Pumpkinfest at Buckhorn Berry Farm, Stellmar Farm in Little Britain, the Lindsay Ex, and more. (kawarthaNOW collage)

Kawartha Localist: Get ready for fall fun in the Kawarthas region

The Canadian Canoe Museum's second annual Lakeside Gala: Celebrating Excellence in the Making on October 3, 2026 features live music, local cuisine, an auction, and community connections. All proceeds from the gala support the Museum's programming and core mission priorities. (Photo courtesy of The Canadian Canoe Museum)

The Canadian Canoe Museum in Peterborough celebrates ‘excellence in the making’ at Lakeside Gala

United Way Peterborough & District calls on ‘certified neighbours’ to reach its $1,585,000 campaign goal

Paul Rellinger - September 17, 2026

Thursday's launch of 2026-27 campaign at Healthy Planet Arena sees CEO Jason Seguya and campaign chair Tiffany Arcari urge residents to 'show up' for each other.

City of Peterborough services review includes options for cuts to sidewalk snow clearing, zoo fees, and airport transfer

September 17, 2026

Dr. Maxwell Tran joins Lakelands Public Health as associate medical officer of health

September 17, 2026

100 Women Peterborough donates over $10,000 to Farms at Work

September 17, 2026

Meet the seven candidates vying to become Peterborough’s next mayor

September 16, 2026

Kawartha Localist: Get ready for fall fun in the Kawarthas region

Megan Gallant - September 15, 2026

From pumpkin patches and haunted corn mazes to vegetable picking and agricultural fairs, there are lots of ways to make the most of the season in the Kawarthas.

Peterborough County is partnering with local consulting firm IntegrAlign Partners to deliver free AI training sessions for business owners in Keene, Bridgenorth, Millbrook, and Norwood in September and October 2026. Led by Sherry Hill, each hands-on workshop will advise on practical uses of AI in the workplace across industries, including construction and trades, small business operations, tourism and hospitality, health and wellness, and non-profits. (Photo courtesy of IntegrAlign Partners)

Know Your Locals: Learn how to use AI for business efficiency and growth at fall workshops across Peterborough County

September 13, 2026

This edition of kawarthaNOW's "Kawartha Localist" editorial series features wine destinations across the greater Kawarthas region, including Rolling Grape Vineyard in Bailieboro, Kawartha Country Wines in Buckhorn, Applewood Farm and Winery just southwest of Kawartha Lakes, Cheeky Duck Vineyard in Selwyn, and Elmhirst's Resort in Keene. (kawarthaNOW collage)

Kawartha Localist: Raise a glass to locally crafted wine experiences in the Kawarthas

September 8, 2026

This edition of kawarthaNOW's "Kawartha Localist" editorial series features end-of-summer bucket list across the Kawarthas, including Silent Lake Provincial Park, The Canadian Canoe Museum, the Ranney Gorge Suspension Bridge, Ganaraska Forest, Algonquin Provincial Park's South Gate, Sanctuary Flower Fields, The Gut, Haliburton Sculpture Forest, Doube's Trestle Bridge, Liftlock Cruises, and more. (kawarthaNOW collage)

Kawartha Localist: Your end-of-summer bucket list

September 1, 2026

This edition of kawarthaNOW's "Kawartha Localist" editorial series features favourite bakeries and bake shops in the Kawarthas, including in Downeyville, Peterborough, Douro-Dummer, Millbrook, Bancroft, Roseneath, Haliburton County, and Bailieboro. (kawarthaNOW collage)

Kawartha Localist: Discover some of the sweetest stops in the Kawarthas

August 25, 2026

nightlifeNOW – September 17 to 23

kawarthaNOW - September 17, 2026

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

Pat Mastroianni and Stacie Mistysyn as Joey Jeremiah and Caitlin Ryan in the 1989-91 CBC television series "Degrassi High" and the 1992 television movie "School's Out." (Photo supplied by Oak Artist Management)

Degrassi stars Pat Mastroianni and Stacie Mistysyn bring ‘School’s Out’ to Peterborough and Lindsay this October

September 15, 2026

Public Energy Performing Arts' 2026-27 season begins with a performance of "Blood, Water, Earth" on October 14, 2026 at Market Hall Performing Arts Centre in downtown Peterborough. The elemental multimedia dance and music work by acclaimed dancer and creator Santee Tekaronhiáhkhwa Smith and her Kaha:wi Dance Theatre combines dance, music, and visual elements, with Curve Lake First Nation musician Missy Knott opening with a musical set. (Photo: Erik Zennstrom)

Public Energy Performing Arts in Peterborough launches 33rd season featuring dance, theatre, music, and more

September 14, 2026

Directed by Dahlia Katz, New Stages Theatre's staged reading of Kat Sandler's award-winning play "Mustard" on October 4, 2026 at Market Hall Performing Arts Centre in downtown Peterborough features (left to right, top and bottom) M. John Kennedy as Mustard, Aurora Browne as Sadie, Kris Siddiqi as Leslie, Jason Gray as Bug, Jayda Freeman as Thai, and Matt Schermann as Jay. (kawarthaNOW collage of supplied photos)

New Stages Theatre opens 2026-27 season with Kat Sandler’s award-winning dark comedy ‘Mustard’

September 12, 2026

Arthur Coates & Kerran Cotterell, a contemporary folk duo from the UK and winners of the 2025 Robinson Emerging Artist Showcase at the Goderich Celtic Roots Festival, perform their blend of contemporary folk songwriting with influences from the traditional music of England, Ireland, and Scotland at the Black Horse in downtown Peterborough on Wednesday night. (Promotional photo)

nightlifeNOW – September 10 to 16

September 10, 2026

Green tourism takes centre stage at upcoming Green Economy Peterborough discussion

GreenUP - September 17, 2026

Representatives from RTO8, 4th Line Theatre in Millbrook, and Elmhirst's Resort in Keene will share practical sustainability strategies during an October 7 online event,

Community Futures Peterborough announces largest-ever cohort for 2026 Starter Company Plus program

September 16, 2026

Living Local Marketplace founder Alicia Doris in her element, surrounded by the thoughtfully curated products from local artisans and small businesses that have helped her business grow over the past five years. (Photo: Kayla LeFranc)

businessNOW: Local businesses expand, reopen, welcome new owners, and celebrate milestones

September 14, 2026

In October 2026, Fleming College Institute (FCI) is kicking off the P.E.A.K. Executive Leadership Program, an all-new executive program designed to support new and senior leaders in reaching their full potential. Led by leadership coach Sophie Mathewson, the program will take place over six months and include monthly in-person training days, one-on-one coaching, and mastermind groups. (Photo courtesy of FCI)

Fleming College Institute’s new P.E.A.K. Executive Leadership program prepares senior leaders to be more intentional and strategic

September 8, 2026

Rose Terry, manager of the Business Advisory Centre and corporate communications at Community Futures Peterborough, will be leading three of the nine Entrepreneurship 101 workshops offered in fall 2026. Supported by Scotiabank, all workshops are free and will be held at the Venture North building in downtown Peterborough. (Photo courtesy of Community Futures Peterborough)

Community Futures Peterborough expands free Entrepreneurship 101 workshop series for fall

September 3, 2026

Reimagining streets: GreenUP working to make school zones safer for local kids

GreenUP - September 10, 2026

Next phase of pedestrian-friendly street planning will bring car-free pop-ups to Peterborough school zones.

The 2026 Great Canadian Bioblitz happens from September 18 to 27, with observations recorded through the iNaturalist program. There's no cost to create an iNaturalist account or download the app, pictured in use here. GreenUP and the Peterborough Field Naturalists are hosting a kick-off to the Great Canadian Bioblitz at Ecology Park on Saturday, September 19. (Photo: Hayley Goodchild / GreenUP)

Grow your ecological literacy by getting to know the species in your own backyard

September 3, 2026

The 23rd annual Hike Haliburton Festival is returning to the Haliburton Highlands from September 17 to 20, 2026. The award-winning festival features more than 35 guided hikes led by local volunteers, self-guided hikes, paid excursions by local adventure outfitters, and cultural events and activities taking place across Haliburton County. (Photo courtesy of Haliburton County)

Award-winning Hike Haliburton returns September 17 to 20 across the Haliburton Highlands

September 1, 2026

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

The Beach Report for August 28, 2026

August 28, 2026

Jakob Payne and Janelle Wiens, two Trent University learning garden teacher candidates, deliver a "Pollen Power" school program to a Grade 1 class at Ecology Park in Peterborough. GreenUP's education program offers a variety of hands-on, curriculum and experiential-based field trip options for students in kindergarten up to Grade 7. (Photo: Melanie Ellison / GreenUP)

Slow down and notice: what a Trent University teacher candidate learned when volunteering at GreenUP Ecology Park

August 27, 2026

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