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Virtual kidnapping scam

Virtual kidnapping scam hits Peterborough area

Two postsecondary students from China targetted in sophisticated scheme.
Giuseppe "Pino" Bruni of C. Bruni & Sons Farms in Oshawa, a regular and long-time vendor at local farmers' markets, passed away suddenly on June 8, 2018 at the age of 48. He leaves behind his wife, two daughters, mother, and brother. (Photo: C. Bruni & Sons Farms / Facebook)

Well-known Peterborough farmers’ market vendor Pino Bruni passes away

Popular Oshawa farmer and vendor at Saturday and Wednesday markets passes suddenly at the age of 48.
The winners and honourable mentions of Community Care Peterborough's annual Grandparent of the Year Award at a reception at Princess Gardens Retirement Residence in Peterborough on June 6, 2018. (Photo: Dean Ostrander)

Community Care Peterborough celebrates Peterborough’s grandparents

Children share stories at Grandparent of the Year Award reception on June 6th.
During the summer, local health units sample water at area beaches and test for bacteria such as E.coli to determine if the water quality at a beach is safe for public use. Popular beaches, like this beach at Beavermead Park in Peterborough, are tested every business day while most are tested weekly. (Photo: Bruce Head / kawarthaNOW.com)

The Beach Report for June 8, 2018

Water quality testing results for beaches in Peterborough, Kawartha Lakes, Haliburton, and Northumberland.
The sun sets behind the Lions Community Centre in Peterborough's East City a few minutes before the polls closed for the Ontario election on June 7, 2018. (Photo: Bruce Head / kawarthaNOW)

The Kawarthas turn blue with Progressive Conservative sweep

Voter desire for change results in Liberals losing their two seats in the Kawarthas.
Saskatchewan alt-rockers Nick Faye & The Deputies perform at The Garnet in downtown Peterborough on Tuesday, June 12 along with Nova Scotia's Hello Delaware and Peterborough's own Nick Ferrio. (Publicity photo)

nightlifeNOW – June 7 to 13

Live music listings at pubs and clubs in Peterborough and The Kawarthas for the week of Thursday, June 7 to Wednesday, June 13.
Chamber member and not-for-profit charitable organization Camp Kawartha is hosting its annual Surf 'n' Turf Gala Dinner & Auction on Saturday, June 23rd. Funds raised at the event provide children and youth opportunities to participate in all that a camp experience can offer -- new skills, new adventures, new friends -- and inspire them to be positive stewards of the environment in all its forms. (Photo: Camp Kawartha)

What’s new from the Kawartha Chamber of Commerce & Tourism – June 6, 2018

Featuring notes from the President, benefits for Chamber members, spotlight on Camp Kawartha, and more.
The new Peterborough facility announced by Coca-Cola Canada will begin producing fairlife brand ultra-filtered milk products in 2020. (Photo: Coca-Cola Canada)

Coca-Cola Canada investing $85 million in new Peterborough facility

Plant will produce lactose-free milk products and will create 35 jobs in 2020.
Michael VanDerHerberg is the recipient of the 2018 Alumni of Distinction Award from Fleming College. (Supplied photo)

Michael VanDerHerberg receives Fleming College’s Alumni of Distinction Award

Annual award is given to an alumnus who attains outstanding career success and professional achievement.
Port Hope's Electric Juice Factory has now opened a location in downtown Peterborough. The company offers of raw, organic, cold-pressed juice as well as other natural food products. (Photo: Electric Juice Factory / Facebook)

businessNOW – June 4, 2018

Featuring Electric Juice Factory, Innovation Cluster, Farm Life, City Electric Supply, Heather Watson, a new farmers' market in Fowlers Corners, and more..

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