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All playground equipment in municipal parks in the City of Peterborough and the City of Kawartha Lakes, such as this playground at Roger's Cove Park in Peterborough's East City, is closed effective March 27, 2020 because of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo: Bruce Head / kawarthaNOW.com)

Playgrounds and outdoor exercise equipment closed in Peterborough and Kawartha Lakes

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Parks, trails, and greenspaces remain open, but physical distancing must be maintained.
Peterborough police car. (Photo: Peterborough Police Service)

Peterborough police and public health are enforcing COVID-19 compliance

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Public can report non-compliance allegations at police non-emergency telephone numbers, do not call 911.
Police are looking for these three men in connection with a March 12, 2020 break, enter and theft at a convenience store on Pigeon Creek Road in Janetville in Kawartha Lakes. (Photos supplied by Kawartha Lakes OPP)

Police looking for three men who broke into a Janetville convenience store

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Store was robbed of alcohol, vaping products, knives, and cigarettes on March 12.
Pinecrest Nursing Home is a 65-bed long-term care facility in Bobcaygeon, Ontario. (Photo: Central East CCAC / YouTube)

COVID-19 outbreak at Pinecrest Nursing Home in Bobcaygeon the largest in Ontario

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14 staff and three residents have confirmed positive, 16 staff and 35 more residents have symptoms, two residents have died.
Local filmmaker and music photographer Michael Hurcomb has made his documentary "The Radius Project" available for free streaming. There are three versions available: the original, a family-friendly version, and a version with audio commentary by Michael and co-producer Ryan Lalonde. (Photo courtesy of Michael Hurcomb)

Michael Hurcomb has just made his acclaimed music documentary ‘The Radius Project’ available for...

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Local filmmaker and music photographer asks people to donate to Kawartha Food Share in lieu of paying to see the film.
A large donation of personal protective equipment, clothing, sanitizer and soap, and disinfectant cleaners collected from multiple departments at Trent University was delivered to Peterborough Regional Health Centre on March 24, 2020. (Photo: Peterborough Regional Health Centre / Twitter)

Trent University donates COVID-19 supplies to Peterborough Regional Health Centre

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Several departments came together to donate personal protective equipment, clothing, sanitizer and soap, and disinfectant cleaners.
In times of physical distancing and staying at home, sharing public art with our community helps us all feel connected. Consider fun and low-impact public art, like chalk drawings on sidewalks or the exterior of your home, to share a little bit of joy in your neighbourhood. (Photo: GreenUP)

Three activities your family can do during COVID-19

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Go outside safely to enjoy nature, discover the wonders of water, and get creative with art.
St. Joseph's at Fleming is a 200-bed long term care facility in Peterborough. (Photo: St. Joseph's at Fleming)

First positive COVID-19 case confirmed in Peterborough nursing home

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Resident of St. Joseph's at Fleming is in isolation, staff member with symptoms is self-isolating at home after being tested by paramedics.
Peterborough-area manufacturers and businesses are encouraged to help meet the demand for urgent medical supplies to manage the COVID-19 pandemic. Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) is in need of medical products and supplies including N95 masks (with NIOSH of CE) and ear loop masks (ASTMF2100-11, L2 rating or greater) as well as nitrile gloves, protective gowns, hand sanitizer, and more.

Peterborough-area businesses asked to help meet demand for urgent medical supplies

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Manufacturers encouraged to retool if they can, business owners asked to donate any medical supplies they have on hand.
Owned and operated by the City of Peterborough, Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre is located on Fleming College's Sutherland Campus at 775 Brealey Drive. (Photo: City of Peterborough)

Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre to be used for emergency shelter service during COVID-19

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Brock Mission and overflow shelter bed program to be temporarily relocated, may also be used by Cameron House and YES Shelter for Youth and Families.
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