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In the United Way Peterborough & District's first-ever Ultimate Burger Battle fundraiser during November 2025, Agave By Imperial in Peterborough won the Top Ultimate Burger of the Year award for its "Cien Fuegos" burger, Double Dz's Diner in Peterborough won the Most Ultimate Burgers Sold award for its "The Big D" burger, and Pizza Villa & Pasta House in Bridgenorth won the People's Choice Ultimate Burger award for its "The United Way Burger." (Graphics: United Way Peterborough & District)

United Way Peterborough & District’s first Ultimate Burger Battle serves up big community support

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More than 1,000 burgers sold, over $2,000 raised, and three local restaurants crowned in the inaugural month-long fundraiser during November.
Even The Grinch is volunteering during "Loonies on the Street" on December 12, 2025 just outside of Peterborough Square at the corner of George and Simcoe Streets in downtown Peterborough. The 25th annual fundraiser to help keep the shelves stocked at Kawartha Food Share aims to raise at least $100,000 that will help feed over 14,000 people each month in the Peterborough area. (Photo: Kawartha Food Share)

‘Loonies on the Street’ marks 25 years as it aims to raise $100,000 for...

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Annual downtown Peterborough fundraiser returns the morning of December 12, with volunteers collecting donations along George Street and the Hunter Street Bridge.
A Peterborough police car with lights flashing at night. (Photo: Peterborough Police Service)

Peterborough police investigating Saturday morning homicide at downtown apartment building

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Officers found a severely injured 33-year-old man who died at the scene despite life-saving efforts.
Rick 'n' Gailie's Peterborough All-Star Band, featuring Rick and Gailie Young, is one of the 14 musical acts scheduled to perform on two stages at Showplace Performance Centre in downtown Peterborough on February 26, 2026 for "Peterborough Performs VI: Musicians United To End Homelessness" in support of the United Way Peterborough and District. (Photo courtesy of United Way).

Peterborough Performs returns for its sixth time on February 26 to raise funds for...

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Signature United Way benefit concert brings 14 musical acts to two stages at Showplace over four hours for a night of community spirit and giving.
Peterborough rockabilly musician Nicholas Campbell and his band The Metre Cheaters perform at Jethro's Bar + Stage in downtown Peterborough on Friday night. (Photo: Mikki Simeunovich)

nightlifeNOW – December 4 to 10

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Featuring live music listings at pubs and restaurants in Peterborough and the greater Kawarthas region.
A sold-out crowd of 200 people attended the Peterborough and Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce's inaugural Luminary Awards celebration at the Great Hall of Trent University's Champlain College on May 8, 2025, which saw awards in five categories that recognize women at all stages of their careers presented to Sheena Howard, Jenisha Sanjit Arora, Rachel Stark, Tiffany Arcari, and Jeannine Taylor. (Photo: Jordan Lyall Photography)

Nominations are open for the second annual Luminary Awards for women in business

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Presented by the Peterborough and Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce, awards are expanding for 2026 with two additional categories.
Cobourg police chief Paul VandeGraaf providing an update to the police service board in July 2024. (kawarthaNOW screenshot of Cobourg Police Service video)

Cobourg police chief Paul VandeGraaf is retiring in June 2026

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In his 35-year policing career, VandeGraaf joined the Cobourg Police Service as deputy chief in 2014 and was sworn in as chief in 2019.
Snow squall

Snow squall watch in effect for northern Kawarthas region Wednesday night into Thursday

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Environment Canada issues 'yellow watch' with lake-effect snow squalls bringing 5 to 20 cm by Thursday afternoon.
A horse-drawn wagon ride through Lang Pioneer Village Museum in Keene is one of the many activities available during the family-friendly "Christmas by Candlelight" event taking place from 4 to 8 p.m. on December 6 and 7, 2025. (Photo: Heather Doughty Photography)

Step back into a 19th-century Christmas at Lang Pioneer Village Museum in Keene this...

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'Christmas by Candlelight' returns December 6 and 7 with horse-drawn wagon rides, live music, settler traditions, Father Christmas visits, and more.
Fire crews responded to a fire at a 20-unit apartment building in Havelock on April 23, 2024. While all residents were safely evacuated, 18 people were displaced from their homes. Shortly after the fire started, police arrested and charged a 29-year-old Havelock man with multiple offences including arson disregarding human life. (Photo: Peterborough County OPP)

Peterborough Housing Corporation announces reopening of Havelock apartment building 19 months after arson fire

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Reconstructed building at 37 George Street East includes major upgrades for safety, comfort, and energy efficiency.
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