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kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 12h

Rose Wilton in #Northumberland County launches Ontario's first centre dedicated to tackling hygiene poverty. The Rose Quest Hygiene Centre would provide more than 25,000 hygiene items to more than 2,000 people through schools, shelters, food banks, and more.
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Rose Wilton in Northumberland County launches Ontario’s first centre dedicated to tackling hygiene poverty | kawarthaNOW

By Natalie Hamilton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter. The Rose Quest Hygiene Centre would provide more than 25,000 hygiene items to more than 2,000 people through schools, shelters, food banks, a...

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kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 20h

What's open and closed on #Thanksgiving Monday. Holiday hours for more than 300 selected businesses, organizations, and services in #Ptbo, #Lindsay, #Cobourg, #PortHope, and across the greater Kawarthas region. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/11/w...

What’s open and closed on Thanksgiving Monday 2025 | kawarthaNOW

By kawarthaNOW. Holiday hours for 302 selected businesses, organizations, and services in Peterborough, Lindsay, Cobourg, Port Hope, and across the greater Kawarthas region.

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kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 20h

Good morning our #kawarthapeeps. Our photo of the day is not a beautiful local scene but it is a beautiful sign from a strong community after their downtown area was ravaged by fire.

Thanks to "The Lakefield Restaurant" for this photo. #LakefieldStrong #Lakefield #Selwyn #ptbocounty #thekawarthas

kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 1d

Devastating fire at Kawartha Home Hardware building in downtown #Lakefield has been contained. Lakefield community has come together to collect donations and assist families and pets displaced by the fire. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/10/d...

Devastating fire at Kawartha Home Hardware building in downtown Lakefield has been contained | kawarthaNOW

By kawarthaNOW. Lakefield community has come together to collect donations and assist families and pets displaced by the fire.

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kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 1d

City of #KawarthaLakes recognizes residents and businesses with 'Bee a Hero' and Environmental Hero awards. Catherine McNeely, Zachary Steele, Diane and Glenn Hunt, John Bush, Kristie McCabe, and Bonita O'Neill among the award recipients.
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City of Kawartha Lakes recognizes residents and businesses with ‘Bee a Hero’ and environmental hero awards | kawarthaNOW

By Natalie Hamilton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter. Catherine McNeely, Zachary Steele, Diane and Glenn Hunt, John Bush, Kristie McCabe, and Bonita O'Neill among the award recipients.

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kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 1d

Know Your Locals: DJC Casual Clothing in #Apsley closing this fall after four 'wonderful' years. Owner Nancy Wiskel will be hosting a store closing sale on all remaining styles at the Burleigh Street boutique until October 25. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/10/k...

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

By Megan Gallant. Owner Nancy Wiskel will be hosting a store closing sale on all remaining styles at the Burleigh Street boutique until October 25.

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kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 2d

Fire engulfs Home Hardware store in downtown #Lakefield. Witnesses report the blaze began in the upper portion of the historic building and all occupants were able to get out safely. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/09/f...

Fire engulfs Home Hardware store in downtown Lakefield | kawarthaNOW

By kawarthaNOW. Witnesses report the blaze began in the upper portion of the historic building and all occupants were able to get out safely.

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kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 2d

nightlifeNOW for Oct 9-15 ft live music listings at pubs & restaurants in #Ptbo & the greater Kawarthas. Local musicians will perform a tribute to Toronto country-rock icons The Sadies Fri night when Jethro's Bar + Stage hosts the 3rd Annual Ptbo Salutes: The Sadies. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/09/n...

nightlifeNOW – October 9 to 15 | kawarthaNOW

By kawarthaNOW. Featuring live music listings at pubs and restaurants in Peterborough and the greater Kawarthas region.

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kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 2d

#Ptbo city councillor says council's GE demolition decision violates Ontario Heritage Act. Joy Lachica accuses mayor of concealing notice of demolition from council for nearly a month as concerns grow over heritage, environmental, and public health impacts. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/09/p...

Peterborough city councillor says council’s GE demolition decision violates Ontario Heritage Act | kawarthaNOW

By Bruce Head. Joy Lachica accuses mayor of concealing notice of demolition from council for nearly a month as concerns grow over heritage, environmental, and public health impacts.

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kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 2d

Inaugural Great Lakes Coastal Cleanup event in #Cobourg saw 124 volunteers collect 1,200 pieces of plastic and other litter. Cobourg shoreline is 'the heart of our community,' says Mayor Lucas Cleveland. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/09/i...

Inaugural Great Lakes Coastal Cleanup event in Cobourg saw 124 volunteers collect 1,200 pieces of plastic and other litter | kawarthaNOW

By Natalie Hamilton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter. Cobourg shoreline is 'the heart of our community,' says Mayor Lucas Cleveland.

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kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 2d

'Walktober' marks progress and challenges in making #Ptbo school zones safer. Reduced speed limits are working, but city data shows there's still more to do to curb speeding near schools. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/09/w...

‘Walktober’ marks progress and challenges in making Peterborough’s school zones safer | kawarthaNOW

By GreenUP. Reduced speed limits are working, but city data shows there's still more to do to curb speeding near schools.

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kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 3d

Know Your Locals: Find Canadian-made yarn during exclusive Waxwing Yarn trunk show at Needles in the Hay. October 25 event at Deanna Guttman's downtown #Ptbo yarn shop will include a talk from Waxwing Yarn founder Christine Laframboise. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/08/k...

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

By Megan Gallant. October 25 event at Deanna Guttman's downtown Peterborough yarn shop will include a talk from Waxwing Yarn founder Christine Laframboise.

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kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 3d

Inaugural Lakeside Gala raises $150,000 for The Canadian Canoe Museum in #Ptbo. Fundraising event on October 4 featured live music, fine cuisine, storytelling, auctions, the launch of an Inuit kayak build, and more. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/08/i...

Inaugural Lakeside Gala raises $150,000 for The Canadian Canoe Museum in Peterborough | kawarthaNOW

By kawarthaNOW. Fundraising event on October 4 featured live music, fine cuisine, storytelling, auctions, the launch of an Inuit kayak build, and more.

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kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 3d

Get your roof winter-ready with Bullarco Roofing & Full Exteriors. Serving #Ptbo County, #KawarthaLakes, and surrounding areas year-round, the company specializes in durable metal roofing systems. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/08/g...

Get your roof winter ready with Bullarco Roofing & Full Exteriors | kawarthaNOW

By Megan Gallant. Serving Peterborough County, Kawartha Lakes, and surrounding areas year-round, the company specializes in durable metal roofing systems.

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kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 3d

'Hike, Bike and Bark for Hospice' raises $70,796 for Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre. More than 220 people and 60 dogs participated in annual event in #Cobourg on September 28. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/08/h...

‘Hike, Bike and Bark for Hospice’ raises $70,796 for Ed’s House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre | kawarthaNOW

By Natalie Hamilton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter. More than 220 people and 60 dogs participated in annual event in Cobourg on September 28.

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kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 3d

Good morning our #kawarthapeeps from Lori McKee in Peterborough on Providence Line. Follow the photographer on Instagram at www.instagram.com/mckee_la/

#ptbo #ptbonogo #peterborough #ptbokawartha #ptbocounty #thekawarthas #fallinthekawarthas

kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 4d

Five Counties Children's Centre hosts accessible 'All-o-ween' events in #Cobourg, #Lindsay, and #Ptbo. Along with events for clients and their families, Five Counties offers some tips for those who want to offer an inclusive Halloween experience at their own homes.
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Five Counties Children’s Centre hosts accessible ‘All-o-ween’ events in Cobourg, Lindsay, and Peterborough | kawarthaNOW

By Natalie Hamilton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter. Along with the events for clients and their families, Five Counties offers some tips for those who want to offer an inclusive Halloween exper...

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kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 4d

#Ptbo city council approves demolition of most of historic GE factory site despite contamination concerns. After lengthy debate, council accepts GE Vernova's recommendations to preserve only select historic structures.
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Peterborough city council approves demolition of most of historic GE factory site despite contamination concerns | kawarthaNOW

By Bruce Head. After lengthy debate, council accepts GE Vernova's recommendations to preserve only select historic structures.

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kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 4d

Clean Up #Ptbo to host city's inaugural circular economy event on Wed Oct 29. 'RE:Connect' at the Morrow Building will offer community-driven solutions for diverting waste from the landfills like tool libraries, remarkets, recycle programs, and more. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/07/c...

Clean Up Peterborough to host city’s inaugural circular economy event on October 29 | kawarthaNOW

By Megan Gallant. 'RE:Connect' at the Morrow Building will offer community-driven solutions for diverting waste from the landfills like tool libraries, remarkets, recycle programs, and more.

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kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 4d

Good morning our #kawarthapeeps from Jeannine Taylor @wired_woman on Eels Lake last weekend on the border of two counties. Follow the photographer on Instagram at
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#eelslake #northkawartha #highlandseast #ptbocounty #haliburtoncounty #myhaliburtonhighlands

kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 5d

This week's encoreNOW by Paul Rellinger features The Comic Strippers, an ode to Barbra Streisand and Kris Kristofferson, Sloan, the Vintage Film Festival, The Rocky Horror Show, and a tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/06/e...

encoreNOW – October 6, 2025 | kawarthaNOW

By Paul Rellinger. Featuring The Comic Strippers, an ode to Barbra Streisand and Kris Kristofferson, Sloan, the Vintage Film Festival, The Rocky Horror Show, and a tribute to Johnny Cash and June Cart...

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kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 5d

Peterborough's Dragon Boat Festival raises record-breaking $400,104.01 for cancer care at #Ptbo Regional Health Centre. 24th annual festival held on June 14 exceeded its fundraising goal by over $140,000, bringing the total amount raised since 2001 to $4.9 million.
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Peterborough’s Dragon Boat Festival raises record-breaking $400,104.01 for cancer care at Peterborough Regional Health Centre | kawarthaNOW

By kawarthaNOW. 24th annual festival held on June 14 exceeded its fundraising goal by over $140,000, bringing the total amount raised since 2001 to $4.9 million.

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kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 5d

Road Tripping in The Kawarthas: From Pints to Pigs in Havelock-Belmont-Methuen. Located in southeastern #Ptbo County, the township is abundant in natural landscapes and family-friendly celebrations. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/06/r...

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

By Megan Gallant. Located in southeastern Peterborough County, the township is abundant in natural landscapes and family-friendly celebrations.

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kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 5d

Organizers of inaugural #Ptbo Concussion Summit announce panellists for October 28 event. Summit will feature concussion experts representing every sector that supports a student or athlete after an injury.
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Organizers of inaugural Peterborough Concussion Summit announce panellists for October 28 event | kawarthaNOW

By Natalie Hamilton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter. Summit will feature concussion experts representing every sector that supports a student or athlete after an injury,

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kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 6d

Caolaidhe Keelor has spent her life changing the bad reputations given to some animal species. From educating people about vultures to a developing a life-changing friendship with a crow, the 'Birder She Wrote' creator walks us through her life with animals. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/05/c...

Caolaidhe Keelor has spent her life changing the bad reputations given to some animal species | kawarthaNOW

By Megan Gallant. From educating people about vultures to a developing a life-changing friendship with a crow, the 'Birder She Wrote' creator walks us through her life with animals.

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