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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, slopitch and retrieving golf balls from the woods. You can follow Paul on Twitter at @rellywrites.
Well-known Peterborough performer Megan Murphy is one of the spokespeople in the 'Hometown Holiday' shop local campaign, a partnership of the four chambers of commerce in the Peterborough region that has been developed and delivered by Peterborough-based advertising agency Outpost 379. Featured on traditional and digital media, the campaign is raising awareness among Peterborough-area residents they can get everything they need for the holiday season by shopping locally, both in person or online. (Photo: Outpost 379)

Make it a ‘Hometown Holiday’ this year by shopping local in the Peterborough region

Four local chambers of commerce unite to deliver a campaign encouraging residents to support local businesses in their hometowns.
kawarthaNOW publisher Jeannine Taylor and writer Paul Rellinger were invited to a private onsite tour of the Peterborough Humane Society's existing location, which opened in 1956, and the new Peterborough Animal Care Centre, currently under construction and slated to open fall 2022. Pictured at the construction site are (left to right), Peterborough Humane Society corporate partnerships and marketing manager Julie Howe, Paul Rellinger, and Peterborough Humane Society executive director Shawn Morey. (Photo: Jeannine Taylor / kawarthaNOW)

Peterborough’s new Animal Care Centre will revolutionize animal wellness in Canada

Set to open in October 2022, the state-of-the-art facility will house animal care, spay and neuter, and dog rehabilitation services under a single roof.
A young girl receiving a vaccination. (Stock photo)

Jump in Peterborough’s active COVID-19 cases not enough to warrant a return to restrictions

Peterborough's acting medical officer of health says pending vaccination of kids will be 'a game changer'.
On the November 12, 2021 episode of the Cogeco YourTV program Peterborough Matters hosted by kawarthaNOW writer Paul Rellinger, Peterborough Mayor Diane Therrien revealed her decision to not seek a second term in the 2022 municipal election. (Photo: Johanna Hawkshaw, YourTV producer)

EXCLUSIVE: Peterborough Mayor Diane Therrien won’t seek a second term in 2022

Revealing her decision on Cogeco YourTV's Peterborough Matters, Therrien says a rumoured run at a provincial seat 'is not on the table'
Ontario Premier Doug Ford received his second dose of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine at an Etobicoke pharmacy on June 24, 2021. (Photo: Office of the Premier)

Health unit says AstraZeneca vaccine recipients shouldn’t be concerned about booster shot recommendation

Peterborough's acting medical officer of health says third dose eligibility does not mean vaccine is ineffective.
74-year-old Dave Graham of Bridgenorth is walking the equivalent of 225 kilometres by December in a fundraiser for cancer care for Peterborough Regional Health Centre — all while he continues to receive chemotherapy for his colon cancer. Graham, pictured here with a neighbour he met on one of his walks, has already raised more than $7,500. (Photo courtesy of Graham family)

74-year-old Dave Graham is walking 7,000 steps a day to raise funds for Peterborough...

Buoyed by his family and his faith, Bridgenorth resident refuses to let his colon cancer diagnosis get the best of him.
For over 30 years, Champions Gymnastics in Peterborough has been providing recreational and competitive gymnastics and cheerleading classes for children of all ages and skill levels. (Photo: Champions Gymnastics)

Nothing ‘nefarious’ behind his lifetime suspension, says owner and head coach of Champions Gymnastics...

Gymnastics Ontario states 'complaints' are at root of its decision to suspend Marcel Rene for life but will not provide details.
A combination of the highly transmissible delta variant and unvaccinated people is behind a substantial increase in COVID-19 cases compared to the same time last year, according to Peterborough Public Health. Pictured is a protest against COVID-19 vaccines in London UK on September 18, 2021. (Public domain photo)

Highly transmissible delta variant culprit behind a year-over-year increase in new COVID-19 cases in...

Unvaccinated people are fuelling increase despite rising immunization rates, according to medical officer of health.
Mark Smith, operations manager of Fitzsimmons Towing and Repair in Peterborough, and retired Peterborough OPP constable Dave McNabb react after eating a ghost pepper in a fundraising event on October 19, 2021 for One City Peterborough, a Peterborough-based organization that is focused on housing, food security, community safety, and inclusion. (Photo: Paul Rellinger / kawarthaNOW)

Ghost Pepper Challenge brings some serious heat to the benefit of One City Peterborough

Retired OPP constable Dave McNab and Fitzsimmons operations manager Mark Smith square off with the Ghost Pepper Challenge title belt on the line.
Saxophonist Jonny Wong performing with The 24th Street Wailers. Wong died on October 15, 2021 at the age of 36 following a battle with leukemia. He had recently started a new career as a software developer. (Photo: Blues at the Bow / bluesatthebow.com)

Peterborough music community mourning the loss of gifted saxophonist Jonathan ‘Jonny’ Wong

Multi-awarded horn player was no stranger to Peterborough live music audiences, his trademark "walk arounds" clear evidence of his joyful playing .

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