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Located in southwestern Peterborough County and bordered by the historic Trent-Severn Waterway, Selwyn Township brings nature and community together with its scenic countryside and lakes, outdoor adventures, charming and hospitable small towns including Lakefield, Bridgenorth, Ennismore, and Young's Point, and lively year-round festivals offering activities for the whole family. (Photo: The Kawarthas Tourism)

Road Tripping in The Kawarthas: See it all in Selwyn Township

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Located in southwestern Peterborough County, the township brings together nature and community with scenic countryside and lakes, outdoor adventures, charming small towns, and lively festivals.
Based in the Township of Cavan Monaghan, Cherkam is a Canadian leader in industrial automation, including robotics integration. The company works across a range of industries including automotive, food and beverage, mining, and more. Alongside many international projects, the company has done work for local and regional companies and sources from Canadian distributors. (Photo courtesy of Cherkam)

The Local Advantage in Peterborough County: Cherkam in Cavan Monaghan is a leader in industrial automation

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The innovative business provides tailored solutions for local, regional, and international clients to optimize their manufacturing efficiency,
There is still time to participate in the Peterborough Public Library's "One Book, One Ptbo" community read ahead of the grand finale event, an evening with "To Speak for the Trees" author Diana Beresford-Kroeger on November 4, 2025 at Market Hall Performing Arts Centre. Combining memoir, science, and Celtic wisdom, the book explores the Irish botanist and visionary's background and insights about the importance of trees and why they are the achievable solution to climate change. The book is still available in various formats through the library and will be for sale from Take Cover Books at the grand finale event. (Photos: Penguin Random House / Shelby Lisk)

Know Your Locals: Author Diana Beresford-Kroeger to speak at ‘One Book, One Ptbo’ grand finale event on November 4

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This year's Peterborough Public Library community read selection, 'To Speak for the Trees' is a lyrical blend of memoir, science, and Celtic wisdom.
In celebration of Small Business Week, the Innovation Cluster is hosting an "Ask the Expert" networking event on October 23, 2025 at the Venture North building in downtown Peterborough. Tech founders will have the exclusive opportunity to hear rapid-fire insight from 10 of the non-profit organization's Experts in Residents who have knowledge and experience in key startup areas including marketing, product development, funding, and more. (Photo courtesy of the Innovation Cluster)

Know Your Locals: Get exclusive access to the Innovation Cluster’s Experts in Residence at ‘Ask the Expert’ event

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Founders will get insight from 10 experts from a wide range of backgrounds during the free October 23 Small Business Week event in downtown Peterborough,
After four years of curating collections of high-quality casual clothing for women in Apsley, DJC Casual Clothing will be shutting its doors for good after October 25, 2025. In thanks to the community, owner Nancy Wiskel is holding a store closing sale featuring savings on remaining styles. After the Apsley store closes, the collections featured at the store will be available at DJC Modern Apparel in Peterborough and also online. (Photo courtesy of DJC Modern Apparel)

Know Your Locals: DJC Casual Clothing in Apsley closing this fall after four ‘wonderful’ years

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Owner Nancy Wiskel will be hosting a store closing sale on all remaining styles at the Burleigh Street boutique until October 25.
Needles in the Hay in downtown Peterborough is hosting an exclusive trunk show event on October 25, 2025 in partnership with Guelph-based Waxwing Yarn Company. With two timeslots at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., the ticketed drop-in event will provide access to entirely Canadian-made yarns, as well as many colourwork and solid-colour project samples. Waxwing founder Christine LaFramboise will lead a talk on her reason for launching her business and the challenges posed by manufacturing small-scale in Canada. (Photo courtesy of Waxwing Yarn Company)

Know Your Locals: Find Canadian-made yarn during exclusive Waxwing Yarn trunk show at Needles in the Hay

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October 25 event at Deanna Guttman's downtown Peterborough yarn shop will include a talk from Waxwing Yarn founder Christine Laframboise.
It's not too late to get your roof ready for winter with Bullarco Roofing & Full Exteriors. The company services Peterborough, Kawartha Lakes, and surrounding areas with roofing, siding, fascia, eavestrough, and soffit solutions year-round. Specializing in metal roofing, the company prioritizes honesty and integrity, works with local suppliers, and gives back to the community. (Photo courtesy of Bullarco Roofing & Full Exteriors)

Get your roof winter ready with Bullarco Roofing & Full Exteriors

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Serving Peterborough County, Kawartha Lakes, and surrounding areas year-round, the company specializes in durable metal roofing systems.
With its acres of rolling forests, 10 sparkling lakes, and two significant winding rivers, the Township of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen is a gateway to Peterborough County. From a unique lakeside brewery and artisan shopping to an immersive animal sanctuary and vibrant community events, the township boasts year-round adventures and friendly tradition in every nook and corner. (Photo: The Kawarthas Tourism)

Road Tripping in The Kawarthas: From Pints to Pigs in Havelock-Belmont-Methuen

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Located in southeastern Peterborough County, the township is abundant in natural landscapes and family-friendly celebrations.
With its team of chiropractors and a physiotherapist and a massage therapist, Hybrid Health and Rehabilitation in Peterborough treats acute and chronic pain, concussion, aches and sprains, vertigo, and more through individualized treatment plans that leave clients moving like they used to. In addition to hosting various levels of postpartum classes for new moms, the clinic has just launched a new program that will help new dads build strength and find community. (Photo courtesy of Hybrid Health and Rehabilitation)

Know Your Locals: Peterborough’s Hybrid Health and Rehabilitation provides individualized treatment plans to get you moving again

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Owned by husband-and-wife chiropractors Dr. Shayla Conrad and Dr. Dan Calow, the clinic has also just launched a fitness and community class for new dads.
The Peterborough Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA) is bringing back the family-friendly "Halloween in the Booro" to downtown Peterborough on October 25, 2025 for its fourth straight year. New this year, several businesses in East City will also be participating. (Photo courtesy of Peterborough DBIA)

‘Halloween in the Booro’ returns to downtown Peterborough on October 25

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For the fourth straight year, DBIA brings back popular event featuring trick-or-treating at over 45 businesses, a family fun zone, and more.
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