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Articles by Paul Rellinger

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.
The second reported COVID-19 related death in the Peterborough region was a resident of St. Joseph's at Fleming, who passed away on April 18, 2020 with COVID-19 listed as a contributing factor. (Screenshot: Central East CCAC / YouTube)

Peterborough’s jump in COVID-19 cases due to expanded list of symptoms and more testing

Close to 2,000 tests administered over the past week alone; St. Joseph's at Fleming resident confirmed as the region's second COVID-19 death.
The COVID-19 Assessment Centre at Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC). Assessment centres are also available in City of Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland County (Cobourg and Trent Hills), and Haliburton County. (Photo: PRHC staff)

Increase in positive COVID-19 cases in Peterborough region a direct result of increased testing

Peterborough Regional Health Centre's Dr. Lynn Mikula says 'we're now getting a better sense of prevalence of COVID-19 in our region'
Medical officer of health Dr. Rosana Salvaterra emphasizing the importance of physical distancing during a media briefing at Peterborough Public Health on March 23, 2020. (Photo: Peterborough Public Health)

Rate of positive COVID-19 cases in Peterborough half of provincial average

Peterborough medical officer of health says the majority of local cases have been related to travel.
The COVID-19 Assessment Centre at Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC).(Photo: PRHC)

Peterborough Regional Health Centre ramps up COVID-19 testing

More than 100 people now being tested daily; new COVID-19 Mobile Assessment Plus Response Team will work with long-term-care homes
The curve of COVID-19 cases in the Peterborough area appears to be flattening as of April 15, 2020, as represented in this detail of a chart supplied by Peterborough Public Health.

Peterborough Public Health encouraged by flattening of curve as rate of positive COVID-19 cases...

Medical Officer of Health says testing capabilities ramping up and test results are being returned faster.
The main entrance of Peterborough Regional Health Centre. (Photo: PRHC)

Peterborough Regional Health Centre remains prepared for surge of COVID-19 patients

Hospital vice-president Dr. Lynn Mikula says curve may be flattening but it's still too early to tell.
Signs point to the main entrances at Peterborough Regional Health Centre, including the Emergency Department. (Photo: PRHC)

First COVID-19 related death in the Peterborough region reported

Man in his late 60s with a travel history died Sunday (April 12) at the Peterborough Regional Health Centre.
Public health nurse Simone Jackson wearing personal protective equipment as she prepares to open a swab to test a patient for COVID-19 in Peterborough Public Health's clinic. (Photo courtesy of Peterborough Public Health)

Slowing number of positive COVID-19 cases in Peterborough region may be early indication of...

But Peterborough Medical Officer of Health Dr. Rosana Salvaterra warns against complacency.
kawarthaNOW writer Paul Rellinger at work in the produce section during his shift as a part-time produce clerk at Morello's Independent Grocer in Willowcreek Centre at 400 Lansdowne Street East in Peterborough. Like all grocery store retailers, owner Dave Morello has put into place new health and safety measures during the COVID-19 pandemic to prevent the spread of the virus among employees and customers. (Photo: Bruce Head / kawarthaNOW.com)

Listen up COVID-19: my work colleagues are motivated, so you best stay away

Morello's Independent Grocer in Peterborough a perfect example of how local grocers and retailers have stepped up their game to keep customers and staff safe.
Front-line workers at Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) are prepared for an expected surge of COVID-19 patients over the coming days. Pictured are workers in PRHC's COVID-19 unit (from left to right: Aimee, Stephanie, Jessica, Emily, and Morgan) sharing the message "We're here for you. Please stay home for us.” (Photo by Moran via Jessica Scott-Salgado on Facebook)

Peterborough Regional Health Centre staff feeling ‘really ready’ as surge in COVID-19 cases anticipated

Hospital's chief of staff reports 27 COVID-19 related patients under care, three of whom have tested positive for the virus.

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