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Bruce Head is kawarthaNOW's managing editor, events editor, chief technical officer, and a contributing writer. Outside of work, he enjoys songwriting, playing guitar, and spending time with Cait the border collie.
My Son The Hurricane and David Wilcox complete Peterborough Musicfest’s summer concert lineup
Performances on July 25 and August 8 are two of 16 free-admission concerts during the outdoor music festival's 39th season.
Peterborough city council endorses new stormwater fee model and city-wide community planning permit by-law
New stormwater rate structure would reduce fees for most homeowners, while planning by-law would modernize development approvals.
Kingston station now on the table for proposed Alto high-speed rail corridor
After public consultations found strong support for a Kingston stop, the federal government has directed Alto to develop a southern alignment for the Peterborough-Ottawa section,
Hydro One seeking OEB approval to proceed with construction of new transmission line between...
Following OEB approval and the successful completion of the environmental assessment process, construction would begin in 2027 and be completed by 2029.
Peterborough city council votes unanimously to cut development charges by 50% for 3 years...
Staff warned there is 'no off-ramp' if city does not receive funding, but councillors said the risk is worth taking to spur new housing.
Peterborough city council endorses tourism growth strategy amid concerns about in-house service model
Councillor Joy Lachica sought to delay tourism strategy until economic development strategy and municipal cultural plan are complete.
Peterborough city council backs slashing development charges by 50% in bid for housing funding
In response to Mayor Leal's unexpected motion, some councillors raised concerns about rushed process and potential risk to taxpayers
Kawartha Haliburton Children’s Aid Society names Amanda Baker-Colacicco as new executive director
She will assume the role on June 15, following the 2024 resignation of the previous board and a provincial takeover and the formation of a new board last fall.
Juno award-winning Matthew Good to make Peterborough Musicfest debut on July 22 at Del...
Festival organizers are expecting a large crowd when the acclaimed Canadian rocker and his band headline a free-admission concert.
City formally launches Clean Streets Peterborough initiative following council approval
New measures include eliminating large article collection fee for 2026, doubling residential garbage bag limits until the end of 2027, and a surveillance camera pilot project.
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