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Cars on a snow-covered road during a winter storm. (Stock photo)

Winter storm warnings now in effect for Kawarthas region starting Friday night

Before the snow changes to rain by Saturday morning, snowfall amounts range from 15-30 cm in the north to 5-10cm in the south
Research has shown that spending time in nature not only reduces stress and enhances mood, but also has a positive impact on cognitive function and creativity. Nature immersion has been linked to improved memory, heightened attention, and increased problem-solving abilities. (Photo: Kawartha Conservation)

Kawartha Conservation offering two free forest therapy sessions on January 24

Connect with nature and de-stress during sessions at Ken Reid Conservation Area near Lindsay on Bell Let's Talk Day.
Along with professional actors, 4th Line Theatre relies on volunteer actors from the community to stage its productions. Pictured are cast members from 2023 production of Robert Winslow's "The Cavan Blazers." (Photo: Wayne Eardley, Brookside Studio)

Millbrook’s 4th Line Theatre holding volunteer actor auditions on January 28

Outdoor theatre company seeking actors of all ages and backgrounds to perform in world premiere of 'Jim Watts: Girl Reporter' this summer.
Snow plow on highway during snow squall

Winter storm warnings and snowfall warnings now in effect for northern Kawarthas for Tuesday

Snowfall amounts range from 15-30cm, with 10-15cm in southern Peterborough County and southern Kawartha Lakes and 5-10cm in Northumberland.
Legendary jazz singer and former Peterborough resident Ada Lee will perform on February 8, 2024 in the Nexicom Studio at Showplace Performance Centre during a fundraising concert for the Peterborough and District Pathway of Fame, of which she was a founding member and also an inductee. (Photo: Toronto Blues Society)

Legendary jazz singer Ada Lee comes ‘home again’ on February 8 to perform at...

Former Peterborough resident will be accompanied by pianist Rob Phillips at concert to raise funds for Peterborough and District Pathway of Fame.
Jody Cunningham (right) celebrates her win of a $500 Boro gift card at Gertis with Amanda Bedford of the Peterborough Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA). Cunningham was the third and final early bird winner in the DBIA's Holiday Shopping Passport program, which conclused on January 10, 2024 with a $1,500 grand prize draw. (Photo courtesy of Peterborough DBIA)

Jody Cunningham receives a $500 reward for choosing local in downtown Peterborough

This year's Holiday Shopping Passport program concludes with a $1,500 grand prize draw on January 10.
Police car lights. (Stock photo)

69-year-old Peterborough man charged with attempting to murder his partner

Man faces multiple charges after 70-year-old woman was attacked, choked, and threatened in East City home Saturday night.
Cars on a road in a winter snow storm. (Stock photo)

Winter storm watch, special weather statement in effect for Kawarthas region starting Tuesday afternoon

Up to 25 cm of snow possible in Haliburton County and Hastings Highlands, with up to 15 cm in Peterborough County and Kawartha Lakes.
Ernie Coombs as Mr. Dressup with puppets Casey and Finnegan. "Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make Believe" will screen on January 28, 2024 at Showplace Performance Centre as the final film of the in-person portion of the 2024 ReFrame Film Festival, which opens on Thursday, January 25. Following the in-person portion of the festival in downtown Peterborough, a selection of the program will also be available online across Canada from January 29 to February 4. (CBC Still Photo Collection)

Peterborough’s ReFrame Film Festival unveils complete 2024 film lineup

20th anniversary festival runs in person in downtown Peterborough January 25 to 28, with program selection available online nationally January 29 to February 4.
Peterborough police car. (Photo: Peterborough Police Service)

Peterborough police make three arrests in two separate housing unit takeovers

In a housing unit takeover, people move into a home and manipulate and endanger the legitimate tenant or homeowner.

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