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What a year it was: our top stories from 2015

Peterborough-Kawartha MP Maryam Monsef being sworn in as Minister of Democratic Institutions as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau looks on (photo: CBC Television)

From the amazing rainbow igloo in Apsley to the top newsmaker of 2015, Peterborough-Kawarthas MP Maryam Monsef, here’s a selection by month of our most popular and most-read stories from 2015.

Five innovative ways St. Thomas Aquinas is preparing students for the future

St. Thomas Aquinas makes Google Chromebooks available for all students, including those whose parents cannot afford one

Educators say they have a hard time believing it themselves, but classroom learning is “going Google” at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Secondary School in Lindsay, Ontario.

Exclusive behind-the-camera look at Ron James’ New Year’s Eve special

Ron James' comedy special Fast Forward, which airs on CBC Television on New Year's Eve, was filmed over two nights in October at Showplace Performance Centre in Peterborough (photo: Bruce Head / kawarthaNOW)

Ron James’ comedy special Fast Forward — filmed at Showplace Performance Centre in Peterborough in October — airs on CBC Television on New Year’s Eve. Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at the production of the special, along with some exclusive video clips of what you will see on New Year’s Eve.

Seven ways Peterborough “Greened Up” in 2015

Peterborough Pulse, Downtown Peterborough's first open streets event in July 2015, was a huge success and plans are underway for a bigger and better event in 2016 (photo: Linda McIllwain / kawarthaNOW)

GreenUP staff are always grateful this time of year. Our roles allow us the opportunity to work with the incredible citizens of Peterborough, with the goal in mind of making our city the best it can possibly be. Working with you in the past year has been a privilege.

Where to catch live music on New Year’s Eve

The Weber Brothers are performing at The Red Dog in Peterborough on New Year's Eve. Pictured are Emily Burgess and Ryan Weber from the Hootenanny on Hunter Street in August 2015 (photo: Linda McIlwain / kawarthaNOW)

As we head towards another year, it’s always nice to celebrate the moment and the year that was. There are some excellent celebrations planned for Peterborough and area. Early shows for the whole family, soulful R&B flavours, heavy metal, throwback speakeasy vibes, and eclectic concerts. Get out there and enjoy the ending of an old year and the start of a new one!

MicroAge relocates to downtown Peterborough

A sketch of MicroAge Peterborough's new location at 267 Stewart Street

MicroAge Technology Solutions has moved from Erskine Avenue to a new renovated location at 267 Stewart Street in downtown Peterborough.

Keep your family healthy and safe over the holiday season

Make sure your family stays safe and healthy this holiday

While the holiday season is an ideal time for entertaining family and friends, there’s always a chance something can go wrong when lots of people get together — whether it’s from a guest with the flu, an undercooked turkey, or a kitchen fire. Here are some tips to help ensure everyone has a safe and healthy holiday.

Back to Reality – a spoiler-free review of The Force Awakens

Star Wars: The Force Awakens, the seventh film in the franchise, opened in theatres on December 18, 2015

A long time ago (16 years ago), in a cinema far, far away (Lansdowne Place), I was 11 years old and waiting with giddy delirium for the imminent arrival of arguably the most anticipated film of all-time: Star Wars Episode l: The Phantom Menace.

Employment agency donates 100 teddy bears for children in need

Peterborough Police Deputy Chief Tim Farquharson, Steve Daynes of Level A Professional Group and The Staffing Connection, Kawartha-Haliburton Children's Aid Society Executive Director Jennifer Wilson, and Peterborough Police Victim Services Coordinator Alice Czitrom

Level A Professional Group and The Staffing Connection has donated 100 plush stuffed teddy bears to the Kawartha-Haliburton Children’s Aid Society and the Peterborough Police Service.

Students spread Christmas cheer in downtown Peterborough

The Grade 7/8 class from Immaculate Conception Catholic Elementary School gathered at the corner of George and Simcoe in downtown Peterborough

On Wednesday morning, students from Immaculate Conception Catholic Elementary School demonstrated the values of kindness and generosity by spreading Christmas cheer while raising money for the less fortunate.

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