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Paul Rellinger a.k.a Relly is an award-winning journalist and longtime former newspaper editor still searching for the perfect lead. When he's not putting pen to paper, Paul is on a sincere but woefully futile quest to own every postage stamp ever issued. A rabid reader of history, Paul claims to know who killed JFK but can't say out of fear for the safety of his oh-so-supportive wife Mary, his three wonderful kids, and his three spirited grandchildren. Paul counts among his passions Peterborough's rich live music scene, the Toronto Maple Leafs, slo-pitch, and retrieving golf balls from the woods.
encoreNOW for October 19, 2026 features (from left to right, top and bottom) Taylor Lovelace's "I'm Every Woman" Whitney Houston tribute at Port Hope's Capitol Theatre, the Northumberland Players' production of Kristen Da Silva's comedy "Hurry Hard" at the Best Western in Cobourg, the Peterborough Symphony Orchestra's season-opening "Strength + Sparkle" concert at Peterborough's Showplace Performance Centre, Public Energy's presentation of Sara Porter's "Bad Poetry" at Peterborough's The Theatre on King, the Peterborough Theatre Guild's production of the First World War drama "Bluebirds" at the Guild Hall in Peterborough's East City, and Roch Voisine's tribute to the legendary Gordon Lightfoot at Showplace. (kawarthaNOW collage)

encoreNOW – October 19, 2026

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Featuring 'I'm Every Woman: The Whitney Houston Songbook', 'Hurry Hard', 'Strength + Sparkle', 'Bad Poetry', 'Bluebirds', and 'The Lightfoot Sessions'.
Pictured with director Bea Quarrie, Rebecca Birrell (left), Laura Lawson, and Emily Kelly perform as Canadian military nurses Bab, Maggie, and Christy in the Peterborough Theatre Guild's production of Vern Thiessen's drama "Bluebirds," which runs for 10 performances from October 30 to November 14, 2026. The play follows the three women as they care for wounded Canadian soldiers in 1918 France, gradually developing a friendship as they strive to stay hopeful while the dangers of the front draw closer to their hospital. (Photo: Paul Rellinger / kawarthaNOW)

‘Bluebirds’ at the Peterborough Theatre Guild tells the story of three Canadian nurses in...

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Director Bea Quarrie and her three-member cast explore friendship, love, and sacrifice in Vern Thiessen's drama running from October 30 to November 14.
The Capitol Theatre in Port Hope has revealed 11 shows in its 2027 season, including 10 Canadian productions, two world premieres, and the revival of a made-in-Port Hope hit show. (Photo: kawarthaNOW collage of Capitol Theatre graphics)

Port Hope’s Capitol Theatre announces 11 shows for its 2027 season, including a revival...

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Season includes an all-Canadian production, three musicals, two world premieres, a uniquely immersive experience at nearby Milly's Market, and more.
Peterborough's seven mayoral candidates attended a community discussion at New Canadians Centre on October 7, 2026, with around 250 people in the audience and another 200 online. (Photo: Paul Rellinger / kawarthaNOW)

Peterborough’s mayoral candidates address housing, public trust, and social challenges at community debate

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All seven contenders attended the October 7 event at the New Canadians Centre, outlining their priorities for spending, inclusion, and accountability at city hall.
encoreNOW for October 5, 2026 features (from left to right, top and bottom) The Traveling Milburys at Lindsay's FLATO Academy Theatre, The Last Waltz: A Musical Celebration of the Band at Peterborough's Showplace Performance Centre, "Blood Water Earth" at Peterborough's Market Hall Performing Arts Centre, The Mark Ferguson Quartet at Peterborough's Gordon Best Theatre, "Snoopy! The Musical" at Lindsay Little Theatre, and Pokey LaFarge at Peterborough's New Canadians Centre. (kawarthaNOW collage)

encoreNOW – October 5, 2026

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Featuring The Traveling Milburys, The Last Waltz tribute, 'Blood Water Earth', Mark Ferguson, 'Snoopy! The Musical', and Pokey LaFarge.
Multiple award-winning Canadian country music artist Gord Bamford is bringing his As Long As There's A Bar Tour to The Venue in downtown Peterborough on October 10, 2026. (Promotional photo)

Canadian country music artist Gord Bamford says to ‘expect a party’ October 10 at...

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Multi-awarded singer-songwriter bringing his As Long As There's A Bar Tour and 25 years of hit music to downtown Peterborough.
Canadian jazz veteran Mark Ferguson, an Ottawa-based pianist, trombonist, composer, arranger, producer, and educator, will perform at the Gordon Best Theatre in downtown Peterborough on October 16, 2026 with his quartet, featuring Ben Di Millo on guitar, J.P. Lapensée on bass, and Jamie Holmes on drums and percussion. (Promotional photo)

Canadian jazz veteran Mark Ferguson brings his quartet to Peterborough’s Gordon Best Theatre on...

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Ottawa-based pianist and trombonist who has backed jazz greats like Ella Fitzgerald and Tony Bennett will perform his own original music.
Peterborough mayoral candidates Michael Eamon, Rob Hailman, Neil Morton, Keith Riel, Rebecca Schillemat, Brian Lumsden, and Jacob Méthot on stage at Market Hall Performing Arts Centre for ArtsVote Peterborough 2026, hosted by the Electric City Culture Council (EC3) on Wednesday, September 23. (Photo: Jordan Lyall / kawarthaNOW)

Peterborough mayoral candidates affirm their commitment to champion municipal support for the city’s arts...

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September 23 ArtsVote event hosted by EC3 sees consistent municipal investment, collaboration, and direct input of artists among the pledges made,
encoreNOW for September 21, 2026 features (from left to right, top and bottom) Jeff Leeson at Lindsay's FLATO Academy Theatre, Cultivate Festival in Port Hope, the Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour in the city and county of Peterborough, "A Woman's Love List" at Bobcaygeon's Globus Theatre, the Small Town Shorts Film Festival at Campbellford's Aron Theatre, and New Stages Theatre's staged reading of "Mustard" at the Market Hall in Peterborough. (kawarthaNOW collage)

encoreNOW – September 21, 2026

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Featuring Jeff Leeson, the Cultivate Festival, the Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour, 'A Woman's Love List', the Small Town Shorts Film Festival, and 'Mustard'.
United Way Peterborough & District 2026-27 campaign chair Tiffany Arcari (third from left, front) leads members of the campaign cabinet during a campaign launch event at Healthy Planet Arena on September 17, 2026. (Photo: Jordan Lyall Photography)

United Way Peterborough & District calls on ‘certified neighbours’ to reach its $1,585,000 campaign...

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Thursday's launch of 2026-27 campaign at Healthy Planet Arena sees CEO Jason Seguya and campaign chair Tiffany Arcari urge residents to 'show up' for each other.
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