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Showplace Performance Centre in downtown Peterborough is a not-for-profit organization that relies primarily on rentals to fund its operations. The Erica Cherney Theatre (pictured) and the Nexicom Studio are used by local theatre and performance companies, musicians, and more. The venue has been shut down since the Ontario government first declared a state of emergency on March 17, 2020. (Photo: Showplace)

Peterborough Arts Alive Fund will provide $10,000 COVID-19 relief grants to local arts organizations

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Fundraising campaign for hard-hit arts sector kicks off with a $20,000 gift from an anonymous donor.
Nurse Simone Jackson wearing personal protective equipment in March 2020 as she prepares to open a swab to test a patient for COVID-19 in Peterborough Public Health's clinic. (Photo courtesy of Peterborough Public Health)

Where to get a COVID-19 test in the greater Kawarthas region

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Ontario government now encouraging people without symptoms to get tested.
Vegetables at a farmers' msarket

Farmers’ Markets Ontario adopts Peterborough Regional Farmers Network’s COVID-19 guidelines

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Provincial association has shared the guidelines for the use of 180 farmers' markets across Ontario.
Daily COVID-19 update for Peterborough and the greater Kawarthas region - June 4, 2020

Daily COVID-19 update for Peterborough and the greater Kawarthas region – June 4, 2020

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Cases and deaths as reported by regional health units: Peterborough Public Health; Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit; and Hastings Prince Edward Public Health.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Peterborough has cancelled all summer day camp programs at the Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre, Art Gallery of Peterborough, and Peterborough Museum and Archives, as well as instructional sports camps offered by the city's recreation division and the Junior Parks drop-in program. (Photo: City of Peterborough)

Peterborough cancels all city-run summer day camps and recreation programs

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City will consider alternative summer programming once government restrictions are lifted.
A cottage on a lake

Ontario lifts restrictions on short-term rentals as of June 5

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Restrictions lifted on rentals of cabins, cottages, homes, hunting and fishing camps, resorts, houseboats, condominiums, and bed and breakfasts.
A sign indicating the reopening of a small local business during the COVID-19 pandemic

Consumer confidence, recalling workers, and access to PPE among top concerns of local businesses

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Findings included in May 'report card' from Peterborough mayor and warden's COVID-19 economic recovery task force.
People with challenges finding employment will be helping clean downtown Peterborough beginning in June. Clients of the charity One City Peterborough will join workers with Clint's Property Maintenance to assist with cleaning the downtown during the summer months. (Photo courtesy of Peterborough DBIA)

People with challenges finding employment will help clean downtown Peterborough this summer

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One City Peterborough 'clean team' will be working with Clint's Property Maintenance.
Daily COVID-19 update for Peterborough and the greater Kawarthas region - June 3, 2020

Daily COVID-19 update for Peterborough and the greater Kawarthas region – June 3, 2020

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Cases and deaths as reported by regional health units: Peterborough Public Health; Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit; and Hastings Prince Edward Public Health.
Stay home, stay safe, and drink craft beer! The 6th annual Kawartha Craft Beer Festival has gone virtual this June due to the COVID-19 pandemic. You can browse beer and cider options online and choose mixed packs that suit your beer style preferences, and pair with food options from local restaurants. The festival will also be streaming two live concerts on its Facebook page. (Photo: Kawartha Craft Beer Festival)

Kawartha Craft Beer Festival goes virtual for the Father’s Day weekend

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Craft beer and food options available online, with two live music performances streamed on Facebook.
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