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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, slopitch and retrieving golf balls from the woods. You can follow Paul on Twitter at @rellywrites.
The Hike Haliburton Festival - Winter Edition takes place throughout Haliburton Highlands on February 4 and 5, 2023. Registration is now open for free guided winter hikes, and paid adventure experiences with local outfitters can also be booked. (Photo courtesy of Hike Haliburton)

Experience the natural beauty of your own backyard during the Hike Haliburton winter festival

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Returning to Haliburton Highlands on February 4 and 5, outdoor enthusiast festival offers free guided hikes, paid adventure experiences, and more.
Peterborough drag performer Betty Baker reacts to supporters after leaving a drag queen story time event at the Peterborough Public Library on September 24, 2022. A protest against the event and against gender diversity was met by a larger counter-protest supporting the event and supporting gender diversity. (Photo courtesy of Jordan Lyall @jordanlyallphotography on Instagram)

Drag Queen Story Time at Peterborough Public Library going ahead this month despite planned...

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January 14th event hosted by local drag queen Betty Baker follows a similar September session that drew 174 event attendees along with protesters and counter-protesters
The Workforce Development Board has interactive career ladders available for four sectors where local employers have jobs to fill: agriculture, construction, food service, and manufacturing. The career ladders were born out of Pathways to Prosperity, a workforce development program administered by Peterborough & the Kawarthas Economic Development that provides unemployed and underemployed people with training and work placement for high-demand jobs in these four sectors. (Stock photo)

Workforce Development Board’s ‘career ladders’ helps workers advance in their chosen profession

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Interactive tool includes hourly wages, job descriptions, required skills, education and training resources, and available local jobs in agriculture, construction, food service, and manufacturing.
Peterborough mayor Jeff Leal (right) presents Madame Daphne Jane Rogers Molson with a citation recognizing the 75th birthday of the local poet, musician, and arts supporter at a celebration at the Peterborough Public Library on December 14, 2022. (Photo: Paul Rellinger / kawarthaNOW)

Peterborough arts community comes together to praise its most fervent supporter

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Celebration marked the 75th birthday of local poet, composer, and musician Madame Daphne Jane Rogers Molson.
Peterborough Police Service community engagement and development coordinator Emily Jones addressing Peterborough City Council on December 12, 2022 about the plans of a coalition of community agencies including the police service to operate a drop-in centre for homeless people during the winter. City council has voted twice against a motion to provide $100,000 funding for the drop-in centre. (kawarthaNOW screenshot)

Community agencies moving ahead with overnight drop-in centre without City of Peterborough’s support

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City council's denial of $100,000 in funding won't deter collaborative effort for emergency winter response to homelessness crisis.
The UN Peacekeeping Monument at the entrance to Quaker Foods City Square on Charlotte Street in downtown Peterborough, with the outdoor skating rink pictured in the background. A community celebration and ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new public space, located just east of Aylmer Street, takes place on December 17, 2022. (Photo: Bruce Head / kawarthaNOW)

Scaled-back version of celebration at Peterborough’s new Quaker Foods City Square going ahead December...

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Due to planned protest, activities will only include outdoor skating with DJ music and face painting for children.
Adam McInroy and his team at McInroy and Associates Private Wealth Management in Bobcaygeon can provide financial advice for clients who want to support charities both now and after they've passed away, including through a donor-advised fund. (Stock photo)

Legacy giving starts with a conversation at McInroy and Associates Private Wealth Management

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Establishing a donor-advised fund is a cost-friendly alternative to setting up a foundation but still ensures your wishes are fulfilled.
Dr. Thomas Piggott is marking his one-year anniversary on the job as Peterborough's medical officer of health on December 1, 2022. (Photo courtesy of Peterborough Public Health)

One year on, Peterborough’s medical officer of health is right where he wants to...

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Dr. Thomas Piggott reflects on his time to date as the region's public health guardian.
The Peterborough Theatre Guild production of Cummins and Scoullar's "The Little Prince" features a cast of 25 children and youth and one adult. Based on the novella by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, the musical runs for eight matinee and evening performances from December 2 to 10, 2022, at the Guild Hall in Peterborough's East City, with a special performance with enhanced COVID protocoals on December 9. (Photo courtesy of Peterborough Theatre Guild)

Young performers give new life to ‘The Little Prince’ at the Peterborough Theatre Guild

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A cast of 25 children and youth perform in musical adaptation of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's story running December 2 to 10.
Since 2019, Gail Parry has overseen the placing and decoration of a memorial Christmas tree in Peterborough Square to remember people who have been lost to substance use. She lost her own daughter Jody in August 2018 from health complications related to her substance use. This year's tree goes up November 30, 2022, and will remain on display until the week before New Year's Eve. (Photo: PARN – Your Community AIDS Resource Network)

Christmas tree honouring those lost to substance use returning to Peterborough Square

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What Gail Parry started as a tribute to her daughter Jody has become an annual source of seasonal comfort for many.
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