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A customer picking up her order from Locavorest, an online farmers' market carrying items from local producers. The founders announced on February 11 that the business would be closing its virtual doors as of February 28, 2019. (Photo courtesy of Innovation Cluster)

Peterborough online farmers’ market Locavorest is shutting down

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First launched in 2016, final delivery date will be February 22, 2019.
Older woman walking in a winter snow storm

Winter storm warning in effect, school buses cancelled

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Up to 35 cm of blowing snow expected on Tuesday and Wednesday
A pair of snowshoes at Westwind Inn on the shores of Lower Buckhorn Lake, an ideal destination for a romantic getaway, some winter fun, or maybe a bit of both. You can also rent private cottages at Beachwood Resort or Catalina Bay Resort, visit Gallery on The Lake, Whetung Ojibwa Centre, and Kawartha Country Wines, eat at Lock Stop Cafe or Pizza Alloro, and more. (Photo courtesy of Westwind Inn)

Experience a Canadian winter getaway in Buckhorn

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Explore Canadian and Indigenous art, discover local wines, rent a private cottage, ice fish, snowshoe, and more
Snow squall

Snow squall warning issued for Kawartha Lakes

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Strong winds with snowfall amounts of 15cm every 12 hours possible
The "pool pod" at Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre at Fleming College assists people with mobility impairments to get in and out of a pool independently. (Photo: City of Peterborough)

New ‘pool pod’ improves accessibility at Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre

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Lift equipment was funded by a $50,000 grant from the Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities.
Peterbrough-Kawartha MPP Dave Smith (left) has been appointed special advisor for Ontario Parks by Rod Phillips, Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks. (Photo: Government of Ontario)

Peterborough-Kawartha MPP Dave Smith is now special advisor for Ontario Parks

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Smith will provide 'strategic advice' to environment minister on expanding park revenue and programs.
Local musicians will pay tribute to the late iconic singer-songwriter and Peterborough resident Willie P. Bennett during the 11th annual "Blue Valentine" on Sunday, February 10 at The Garnet in downtown Peterborough. Performers will include Washboard Hank, Benj Rowland, Charlie Earle, Sean Conway, David Berger, Pat Temple, Sweet Muriel, Washboard Hank, Rob Foreman, Tom Eastland, Brian Landry, Kim Doolittle, and Dennis O'Toole. (Photo: Willie P. Legacy project)

nightlifeNOW – February 7 to 13

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Live music listings at pubs and clubs in Peterborough and The Kawarthas for the week of Thursday, February 7 to Wednesday, February 13.
The annual YWCA Empty Bowls fundraiser takes place on March 1, 2019. You can enjoy lunch as well as your choice of a hand-crafted bowl or a charitable tax receipt. Proceeds will support JustFood and Nourish, local food programs that look at the root causes of poverty, promote equity, and provide connection. (Photo courtesy of YWCA Peterborough Haliburton)

YWCA Empty Bowls fundraiser returns on March 1

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Proceeds will support local food programs JustFood and Nourish.
Police car lights. (Stock photo)

Three men arrested for shooting in Lindsay last November

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27-year-old man turned up at Ross Memorial Hospital in Lindsay with a life-threatening gunshot wound.
Ice pellets and freezing rain on car

Winter travel advisory in effect for the Kawarthas for Wednesday

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Up to 4 cm of ice pellets expected along with risk of freezing rain
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