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This week's edition of kawarthaNOW's "Kawartha Localist" editorial series highlights 13 Halloween-related events across the greater Kawarthas region, including Haunted Halloween for Kids at Hutchison House in Peterborough, Ghouly Goat Spooktacular at Haute Goat in Port Hope, Haunted Halloween Forest at Winterdance Dogsled Tours in Haliburton County, Project Skyharvest at Escape Maze in Otonabee-South Monaghan, Halloween in Haliburton, Chaos Carnival's "The Dark Circus" forest walk, and more. (kawarthaNOW collage)

Kawartha Localist: Have a spooktacular Halloween at these 13 events across the greater Kawarthas region

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From supernatural investigations to haunted forests, fundraisers, and trunk-or-treating, here's your guide to local Halloween events.
To mark Small Business Week from October 19 to 25, 2026, this week's edition of kawarthaNOW's "Kawartha Localist" editorial series highlights 10 small businesses across the greater Kawarthas region as selected by our readers, including Peterborough businesses Take Cover Books, Sweet Fern Floral Studio, The Doggery, Living Local Marketplace, and Watson & Lou, as well as Millbrook Mercantile in Millbrook, The Roost Farm & Market in Kawartha Lakes, The Old Tin Shed in Bancroft, Centre & Main Chocolate Co. in Warkworth, and Heart N Soul Gifts in Lindsay. (kawarthaNOW collage)

Kawartha Localist: 10 small businesses worth celebrating in the greater Kawarthas

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For Small Business Week, discover local shops, makers, farms, and creative spaces that support their communities while offering something special.
Peterborough mayor Jeff Leal presents a certificate of recognition of five years of family ownership from the City of Peterborough to The Venue owners April Sendel (left) and Kevin Sendel (second from right) and general manager Tiffany Daskewich (right) during a celebration at the downtown Peterborough event space on October 13, 2026. (Photo: Joshua Gillis)

The Venue in downtown Peterborough celebrates five years of family ownership

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Local event and catering professionals Kevin and April Sendel purchased the event space in 2021 at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic
This week's edition of kawarthaNOW's "Kawartha Localist" editorial series features 10 must-try sandwiches across the greater Kawarthas region as selected by our readers, including at The Grape and Wedge in Apsley, Muster Point in Bobcaygeon, Mindful Crowe Lunchbox in Marmora, Milk and Honey Eatery in Lindsay, Tobi's Grab and Go Sandwiches in Bancroft, the Cardiff Country Store, Corner Bites Eatery in Lindsay, Sam's Place in Peterborough, The Counter on King in Colborne, and Wattle & Daub in Bancroft. (kawarthaNOW collage)

Kawartha Localist: Sink your teeth into 10 standout sandwiches across the greater Kawarthas

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From a meat-stacked Italian sammy to sourdough paninis to creative grilled cheese and vegetarian options, these reader-recommended sandwiches deliver big flavour,
This edition of kawarthaNOW's "Kawartha Localist" editorial series features 14 family-friendly activities and destinations across the greater Kawarthas region for the Thanksgiving long weekend, including the Fenelon Falls Turkey Trot and the Northumberland Turkey Trot, Duff Acres in Keene, the Buckhorn Harvest Craft Show, Back Forty Farmstead near Bancroft, the Norwood Fall Fair, Harvest Market in Stirling and other local farmers' markets, Bobcaygeon Brewing Company and Kawartha Dairy, Sir Sam's in Haliburton County, Robin's Nest Farm Market in Warkworth, Ganaraska River in Northumberland County, Leahy's Farm and Market in Douro-Dummer, Frosted Flour Co. in Port Hope, and more. (kawarthaNOW collage)

Kawartha Localist: 14 things to do with your family on Thanksgiving weekend across the greater Kawarthas

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From themed treats to pick-your-own experiences and community fundraisers to a famous fall fair, here are some ways to make the most of the long weekend with your loved ones.
Peterborough County Tourism has designed four traveller personas that highlight different ways to experience The Kawarthas based on what you enjoy, what inspires you, and how you like to spend your time while you're visiting this region. The Fox is an adrenaline-seeking traveller who craves new adventures and challenges, especially in nature, and also relishes learning about the places and people around them during their travels. (Graphic: Peterborough County Tourism)

Travel like A Fox in The Kawarthas

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From adrenaline-pumping adventures to immersive learning in nature, Fox travellers love to explore new places, challenge themselves, and get outdoors.
This edition of kawarthaNOW's "Kawartha Localist" editorial series features 15 destinations for scenic trails in the greater Kawarthas region, including the Northumberland County Forest, Balsam Lake Provincial Park, Eagle's Nest Park, Peter's Woods Provincial Park, Doube's Trestle Bridge, Jackson Creek Trail, Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park, Stony Lake Trails, McGeachie Conservation Area, Mark S. Burnham Provincial Park, James Cooper Lookout Trail, Ken Reid Conservation Area, Robert Johnston EcoForest Trails, Dahl Forest, and Trent University's Wildlife Sanctuary Nature Area. (kawarthaNOW collage)

Kawartha Localist: 15 scenic trails in the greater Kawarthas to view the fall colours at their peak

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From family friendly to more challenging trails, these hikes will take you through old-growth forests, rare ecosystems, and expansive lookouts,
Euphoria Wellness Spa owner Simone Dobson (left) with Tiffany Arcari marking 20 years of beauty, welness, and community at the U4 Rooftop Patio Bar at Euphoria's downtown Peterborough location. To celebrate the milestone, Euphoria is hosting the Euphoria Forever Beauty Event on Wednesday, October 7 featuring complimentary services, exclusive discounts, special gifts, and more. (Photo courtesy of Euphoria Wellness Spa)

Know Your Locals: Euphoria Wellness Spa celebrates 20 years in downtown Peterborough

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Owner Simone Dobson and the Euphoria team invite the community to the October 7 Euphoria Forever Beauty Event, featuring complimentary services by appointment, special offers, and a rooftop celebration
Megan Murphy at the Women's Business Network of Peterborough on September 2, 2026 at Elmhirst's Resort in Keene where she spoke about storytelling. As a performer, filmmaker, playwright, director, writer, radio host, emcee, and storyteller, Megan can help people, businesses, and organizations discover and tell their own stories in an authentic way. She is available for hire as a professional emcee, keynote speaker, ideation consultant, branded documentary filmmaker, leader of story-mining workshops, and more. (Photo: Jordan Lyall Photography)

Know Your Locals: Megan Murphy helps people find the heartbeat of their story

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The Peterborough storyteller uses her talents in theatre, film, and live events to help businesses and organizations authentically share what makes them unique.
This edition of kawarthaNOW's "Kawartha Localist" editorial series features scenic destinations across the Kawarthas to enjoy the fall colours, including Skyline Park in Haliburton County, Burleigh Falls in Peterborough County, Warsaw Caves Conservation Area in Peterborough County, Eagle's Nest Park in Hastings Highlands, Windy Ridge Conservation Area and Fleetwood Creek Nature Area in Kawartha Lakes, Rice Lake in Northumberland County, Panorama Park Lookout in Haliburton County, Kamaniskeg Lake lookout in Combermere east of Hastings Highlands, and more. (kawarthaNOW collage)

Kawartha Localist: 10 scenic spots across the Kawarthas to enjoy the fall colours

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From panoramic lookouts and waterfall views to lakeside roads and conservation areas, these destinations showcase the region at its most colourful.
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