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The Buckhorn Fine Art Festival takes place at the Buckhorn Community Centre from Friday, August 18th to Sunday, August 20th. (Photo: Buckhorn Fine Art Festival)

What’s new from the Kawartha Chamber of Commerce & Tourism – August 16, 2017

Featuring business award nominations, Buckhorn Fine Art Festival, Ontario Chamber economic analysis of Bill 148, and more.
A detail from the Unity Pole by Ojibway artist Kris Nahrgang that will be on display at this year's Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) in Toronto.

Local Ojibway artist Kris Nahrgang has created this totem pole for the CNE

The Unity Pole will be on display at the CNE in Toronto from August 18 to September 4.
Chrissy Poitras' mockup of her mural "Floral Abstraction", chosen to be painted on the wall at 378 Aylmer Street in downtown Peterborough. (Photo: Chrissy Poitras)

Prince Edward County artist selected to paint Aylmer Street mural in downtown Peterborough

Chrissy Poitras' floral mural to be completed in fall of 2017.
Police car lights. (Stock photo)

Peterborough man arrested after passing out at McDonald’s drive-thru

Other arrests over weekend include pharmacy robbery, gas station hit and run, and retirement home break-ins.
A Perseid meteor from August 12, 2015 (photo: Wilson Lam / Flickr)

The Perseid meteor shower peaks this weekend

If weather conditions are poor, you can also watch online.
An inspector with Peterborough Public Health sampling water quality at a local beach. (Photo: Peterborough Public Health)

The Beach Report for August 11, 2017

Water quality testing results for beaches in Peterborough, Kawartha Lakes, Haliburton, and Northumberland.
Roots singer-songwriter Mimi O'Bonsawin, originally from northern Ontario and now based in Toronto, is performing at the Kawartha Coffee Co. in Bobcaygeon on Friday, August 11. (Photo: Mimi O'Bonsawin)

nightlifeNOW – August 10 to 16

Live music listings at pubs and clubs in Peterborough and The Kawarthas for the week of Thursday, August 10 to Wednesday, August 16.
Police bicycle patrols have been an effective enforcement tool in policing urban environments as well as at special events such as parades or other community celebrations. (Photo: OPP)

Northumberland OPP has a new bike patrol unit

Officers will use two specialized bikes to patrol trails, parks, and community events.
The annual Lakefield Sidewalk Sale takes place on Saturday, August 12 on Queen Street, featuring local vendors and merchants with great deals and items for sale.

What’s new from the Kawartha Chamber of Commerce & Tourism – August 9, 2017

Featuring 2017 Awards of Excellence nominations, Lake Field Music Camp, and Lakefield Sidewalk Sale.
Sailors competing during the 2009 North American M Scow Championship on Pewaukee Lake in Wisconsin. The 2017 races will be held August 19 and 20 on Pigeon Lake in Bobcaygeon. (Photo: Joe Bowland)

International sailing races return to Bobcaygeon

North American M Scow Championship takes place August 19 and 20 at Pigeon Lake Yacht Club.

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