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Megan Gallant
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Megan Gallant is an adventure lover who holds an M.A. in Critical and Creative Writing from the University of Gloucestershire. Her favourite place to be is near the water and between the pines in her worn-out hammock, reading true crime, drinking coffee, and cuddling her adorable goldendoodle.
Peterborough County Tourism has designed four traveller personas that highlight different ways to experience The Kawarthas based on what you enjoy, what inspires you, and how you like to spend your time while you're visiting this region. The Fox is an adrenaline-seeking traveller who craves new adventures and challenges, especially in nature, and also relishes learning about the places and people around them during their travels. (Graphic: Peterborough County Tourism)

Travel like A Fox in The Kawarthas

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From adrenaline-pumping adventures to immersive learning in nature, Fox travellers love to explore new places, challenge themselves, and get outdoors.
Located in the Township of North Kawartha in Peterborough County, Northeys Bay Road is a 13-kilometre county road that runs along Stony Lake from Highway 28 in Woodview in the west to County Road 6 in the east. While the scenic and winding road is popular with drivers, including motorcylists, local residents say drivers often exceed the posted speed limits. (Photo: Google Maps)

‘We need to do something’: residents along Northeys Bay Road in North Kawartha raise...

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Following two serious collisions this summer, the OPP is conducting focused patrols and Peterborough County has launched an operational review of the road.
Bill Swift, owner and manager of Swift Canoe & Kayak, carries a canoe that sold for $5,000 during the live auction at the 2025 Lakeside Gala at The Canadian Canoe Museum in Peterborough. The company will once again be donating a canoe for the 2026 Lakeside Gala on Saturday, October 3, one of many donated items that will be available for bidding during the live and silent auctions to raise funds supporting the Museum's core programming. (Photo courtesy of The Canadian Canoe Museum)

Celebrating the ‘Art in Adventure’ through the live and silent auctions at The Canadian...

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With proceeds supporting the Museum's core programming, auction items include artwork, canoes and paddles, multi-day outdoor expeditions, and other experiences.
This edition of kawarthaNOW's "Kawartha Localist" editorial series features 15 destinations for scenic trails in the greater Kawarthas region, including the Northumberland County Forest, Balsam Lake Provincial Park, Eagle's Nest Park, Peter's Woods Provincial Park, Doube's Trestle Bridge, Jackson Creek Trail, Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park, Stony Lake Trails, McGeachie Conservation Area, Mark S. Burnham Provincial Park, James Cooper Lookout Trail, Ken Reid Conservation Area, Robert Johnston EcoForest Trails, Dahl Forest, and Trent University's Wildlife Sanctuary Nature Area. (kawarthaNOW collage)

Kawartha Localist: 15 scenic trails in the greater Kawarthas to view the fall colours...

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From family friendly to more challenging trails, these hikes will take you through old-growth forests, rare ecosystems, and expansive lookouts,
The Peterborough County Clerks and Treasurers Association (now the Kawartha Municipal Administrators Association) is encouraging voters in the City of Peterborough, the City of Kawartha Lakes, and the eight townships of Peterborough County to make their voices heard by voting in the October 26, 2026 municipal election. (kawarthaNOW collage of municipal photos)

Why your vote matters in the October 26 municipal election

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From roads and recreation to emergency services, local decisions shape daily life in the City and County of Peterborough and City of Kawartha Lakes.
Megan Murphy at the Women's Business Network of Peterborough on September 2, 2026 at Elmhirst's Resort in Keene where she spoke about storytelling. As a performer, filmmaker, playwright, director, writer, radio host, emcee, and storyteller, Megan can help people, businesses, and organizations discover and tell their own stories in an authentic way. She is available for hire as a professional emcee, keynote speaker, ideation consultant, branded documentary filmmaker, leader of story-mining workshops, and more. (Photo: Jordan Lyall Photography)

Know Your Locals: Megan Murphy helps people find the heartbeat of their story

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The Peterborough storyteller uses her talents in theatre, film, and live events to help businesses and organizations authentically share what makes them unique.
This edition of kawarthaNOW's "Kawartha Localist" editorial series features scenic destinations across the Kawarthas to enjoy the fall colours, including Skyline Park in Haliburton County, Burleigh Falls in Peterborough County, Warsaw Caves Conservation Area in Peterborough County, Eagle's Nest Park in Hastings Highlands, Windy Ridge Conservation Area and Fleetwood Creek Nature Area in Kawartha Lakes, Rice Lake in Northumberland County, Panorama Park Lookout in Haliburton County, Kamaniskeg Lake lookout in Combermere east of Hastings Highlands, and more. (kawarthaNOW collage)

Kawartha Localist: 10 scenic spots across the Kawarthas to enjoy the fall colours

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From panoramic lookouts and waterfall views to lakeside roads and conservation areas, these destinations showcase the region at its most colourful.
Located in downtown Peterborough, Studio Savvy is a versatile event space and photography studio founded by content creator Carley Beal. The bright and minimalistic space has high ceilings with various backdrops and props to suit a wide range of content creation and photography needs, including a textured sofa, a wainscot wall, a brick wall, and an infinity wall. With a bar and "get ready" area, the studio can also be booked for intimate private events including bridal showers, workshops, and micro-weddings. (Photo courtesy of Studio Savvy)

Know Your Locals: Studio Savvy in downtown Peterborough is a versatile space for content...

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Carley Beal's chic and minimalist photography studio can also be used for showers, parties, workshops, micro weddings, and other intimate events.
This edition of kawarthaNOW's "Kawartha Localist" editorial series features fun fall destinations across the greater Kawarthas region, including MacArthur's Pumpkin Patch in Oakwood, the Hike Haliburton festival, Applefest at Lang Pioneer Village Museum in Keene, the Apsley Autumn Studio Tour, McQuaid's County Market in Omemee, Pieter's Appleyard in Colborne, Kawartha Farmfest in Kawartha Lakes, Bragg Farms in Clarington, Pumpkinfest at Buckhorn Berry Farm, Stellmar Farm in Little Britain, the Lindsay Ex, and more. (kawarthaNOW collage)

Kawartha Localist: Get ready for fall fun in the Kawarthas region

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From pumpkin patches and haunted corn mazes to vegetable picking and agricultural fairs, there are lots of ways to make the most of the season in the Kawarthas.
The Canadian Canoe Museum's second annual Lakeside Gala: Celebrating Excellence in the Making on October 3, 2026 features live music, local cuisine, an auction, and community connections. All proceeds from the gala support the Museum's programming and core mission priorities. (Photo courtesy of The Canadian Canoe Museum)

The Canadian Canoe Museum in Peterborough celebrates ‘excellence in the making’ at Lakeside Gala

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The Museum's second annual fundraiser on October 3 will feature Canadian-inspired culinary stations from local chefs, live music, auctions, and more.
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