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Paul Rellinger
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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.
In spring 2019, Community Care Peterborough featured Ernie and Mona Ferguson on the cover of the charity's "The Thread" publication in recognition of their combined 80 years of volunteering for the organization, with Mona the longest-serving volunteer in Community Care Peterborough's history. At the urging of his daughter, the 95-year-old Ernie began writing down his memories shortly before Mona passed away in 2022, and he's now published his book "Thanks for the Memories," dedicated to his late wife. (Photo: Community Care Peterborough)

Memories? 95-year-old Ernie Ferguson has more than a few, gifting us with a snapshot...

Former owner of Ferguson Cleaners commits his life journey to paper, with his beloved late wife Mona guiding his hand.
While the family cottage a treasure trove of beloved memories, it is also a valuable piece of real estate. When a seasonal property is sold or passed down to the next generation, it is subject to a taxable gain. It's never too early to consult with a financial planner like executive financial consultant Adam McInroy of Bobcaygeon-based McInroy and Associates Private Wealth Management for advice on how to reduce the impact of the impact of that taxable capital gain. (Stock photo)

Now is the time to plan for passing down the family cottage

Bobcaygeon-based McInroy and Associates Private Wealth Management can help clients with questions about taxable capital gains and maintaining family harmony.
Having purchased the former Trinity United Church at 360 Reid Street last July, the Peterborough Poverty Reduction Network is embarking on a project with One City Peterborough to establish a community hub at the location called Trinity Centre. One City Peterborough will adapt the space to offer year-round daytime drop-in programming but also provide 45 sleeping cots for those seeking overnight shelter from October 1 through the winter until March 31. (Photo: Paul Rellinger / kawarthaNOW)

Former Trinity United Church in Peterborough to become community hub for people experiencing homelessness

Now known as Trinity Centre, building's interior being transformed to offer year-round daytime programming and overnight shelter during winter.
From August 27 to September 1, 2023, 20 First Nations and non-native youth and five leaders paddled 100 kilometres from Beavermead Park in Peterborough to Curve Lake First Nation in Rotary Club of Peterborough Kawartha's eighth annual Adventure In Understanding trip. (Photo: Dorianna Chessa)

Adventure In Understanding canoe journey again sees youths connect with themselves, each other, the...

Annual 100-km six-day canoe trek highlighted by Indigenous teachings and ceremonies, and one very welcome guest bearing two carved Curve Lake paddles.
Taking place on a scenic property abutting Eels Creek in Apsley in North Kawartha Township, the Creekside Music Festival runs from September 8 to 10, 2023 with a musical lineup on Friday evening and Saturday afternoon and evening including visiting performers Dwayne Gretzky, The Good Brothers, and I, the Mountain and local performers Melissa Payne, The Weber Brothers, Hunt the Hare, The Ireland Brothers, and more. (Photo: Creekside Music Festival)

Creekside Music Festival in Apsley returns for its fourth year in September

Festival runs September 8 to 10 featuring headliners Dwayne Gretzky, The Good Brothers, I, the Mountain, Melissa Payne, The Weber Brothers, and more.
Canal Pursuit For Mental Health founder Clay Williams (middle) in Ottawa during the 2022 relay run that raises funds and awareness for mental health. For the 9th annual event, which takes place from August 19 to 26, 2023, Williams will once again carry the Canadian flag that each year is signed by people who have or know someone with mental health issues. (Photo: Canal Pursuit For Mental Health)

Canal Pursuit For Mental Health returns August 19 for 700-kilometre relay run from Port...

Founded by Clay Williams in 2015, 9th annual event once again will raise funds and awareness for mental health.
Canadian country music band Tim & The Glory Boys headlines Peterborough Musicfest's final free-admission concert of the season at Del Crary Park on August 19, 2023, with Canadian country singer-songwriter Robyn Ottolini opening. (Photo via Tim & The Glory Boys on Facebook)

Double dose of boot-stompin’ country music closes out Peterborough Musicfest’s 36th season Saturday night

Tim & The Glory Boys, with Robyn Ottolini opening, take the stage August 19 at Del Crary Park.
Lake Edge Cottages, a 12.5-acre resort property near Young's Point, received over $85,000 from the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) to help fund the installation of 110 solar panels on the roofs of three structures. (Photo: Paul Rellinger / kawarthaNOW)

Solar panel array powers Lake Edge Cottages while benefiting the community and the environment

Owners of historic resort near Young's Point committed to reducing its climate change footprint one ray of sunshine at a time.
Canadian rockers Big Wreck (drummer Sekou Lumumba, rhythm guitarist Chris Caddell, lead guitarist Ian Thornley, and bassist Dave McMillan) are performing a free-admission concert at Peterborough Musicfest in Del Crary Park on August 16, 2023. (Photo: Nikki Ormerod)

Big Wreck set to rock Peterborough Musicfest on Wednesday night

Quartet's free-admission concert in Del Crary Park is the first of three Musicfest concerts in four nights as season 36 comes to an end.
The Pig's Ear Tavern owners Steve Robertson and Ashley Holmes at the pub's entrance at 144 Brock Street in downtown Peterborough. The former Trent University students purchased the building in 2022 with help from two investors, and are hard at work to restore the beloved pub to its former glory and introduce some of the events that made it a unique destination for the community, with an expected opening in fall 2023. (Photo: Paul Rellinger / kawarthaNOW)

Peterborough’s iconic The Pig’s Ear set to reopen in September with the same look...

New owners Steve Robertson and Ashley Holmes resurrecting beloved pub that closed in 2017 after former owners retired.

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