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Performing Arts Lakefield presents Duo Percussion, known for their eclectic and high-energy performances, on February 17 at the Bryan Jones Theatre at Lakefield College School

What’s new from the Kawartha Chamber of Commerce & Tourism – February 15, 2017

Featuring Chamber AGM, 2015-2016 Annual Report, Performing Arts Lakefield, and more.
Colonel Chris Hadfield, the first Canadian to walk in space and the first Canadian to command the International Space Station, will speak at Lindsay's Academy Theatre on May 11 at a fundraiser for the United Way of City of Kawartha Lakes (photo: Chris Hadfield / NASA)

The world’s most famous astronaut to visit Kawartha Lakes

Colonel Chris Hadfield will speak at United Way fundraiser in Lindsay on May 11.
The 2017 Bears' Lair competition offers more than $120,000 in prizes, including $50,000 in cash and business support services

Take your winning business idea into the Bears’ Lair

Apply by March 2 to enter Peterborough's 2017 entrepreneurial competition.
A Great Grey Owl in Lindsay (photo: Hayley Rodman)

A majestic Great Grey Owl near Lindsay

Photographer Hayley Rodman captures close-up shot of owl on fence beside Highway 36.
Legendary Peterborough band Max Mouse & The Gorillas (Buzz Thompson, Jim Leslie, Cris Cuddy, John Lang, Bobby Watson, and JP Hovercraft) are performing at a fundraiser for the Lakefield Welfare Animal Society on Sunday, February 12 at The Red Dog in Peterborough. (Photo: Max Mouse & The Gorillas / Facebook)

nightlifeNOW – February 9 to 15

Live music listings at pubs and clubs in Peterborough and The Kawarthas for the week of Thursday, February 9 to Wednesday, February 15.
The Kawartha Chamber's Habitat Team is raising funds to support the Habitat for Humanity Build in Warsaw. For every dollar you donate, you can write your name on a square of the Warsaw Home blueprint.

What’s new from the Kawartha Chamber of Commerce & Tourism – February 8, 2017

Featuring Chamber AGM, professional development survey, Habitat for Humanity, Ontario Economic Report, and more.
Four of the six members of The Strumbellas, including songwriter and frontman Simon Ward (with the bandanna), are natives of Lindsay, Ontario (publicity photo)

Lindsay’s The Strumbellas nominated for three JUNO Awards

Indie band nominated for group of the year, fan choice of the year, and single of the year for Spirits.
Lynda Kay is retiring as CEO of Northumberland United Way at the end of May 2017 (photo courtesy of Northumberland United Way)

Northumberland United Way CEO Lynda Kay retiring after 28 years

Under Kay's tenure, organization has raised more than $20 million for the community.
Police tape

34-year-old Bryan Townson charged with murder of 43-year-old Paul Atchison

Woman initially also arrested in homicide investigation released without charges.
Toque Tuesday has raised more than $7 million for over 180 community agencies across Canada since 1997 (photo: Raising the Roof)

Buy a toque on Toque Tuesday and help address homelessness

YES Shelter for Youth and Families will be at Plush Boutique in downtown Peterborough.

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