17 #Ptbo artists receive $35,250 in grants from Electric City Culture Council. City-supported grants for individual artist program funds new writing, theatre, circus arts, visual arts, dance, music, and more. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/10/1...
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17 #Ptbo artists receive $35,250 in grants from Electric City Culture Council. City-supported grants for individual artist program funds new writing, theatre, circus arts, visual arts, dance, music, and more. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/10/1...
Multiple weather warnings for freezing rain & rainfall in effect for Kawarthas region starting tonight. 10-20mm ice accretion possible in #Haliburton County & #Hastings Highlands, w/ 20-40mm of rain expected in #Ptbo County, #KawarthaLakes & #Northumberland County. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/10/m...
#Ptbo city council overrides staff decision to deny permit for St. Patrick's Day 5K run and walk on March 15. Runner's Life owner Dave Dame told councillors the long-running event faced last-minute cancellation due to safety concerns cited by city staff.
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Riverview Park and Zoo in #Ptbo successfully breeds rare freshwater turtle for a fifth time. Native to cool mountain streams on an Indonesian island, the critically endangered Sulawesi forest turtle is challenging to breed in captivity. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/10/p...
The Local Advantage with #Ptbo County: Elmhirst's Resort celebrates farm-to-table dining rooted in local agriculture. 5th-generation resort on Rice Lake sources ingredients from its own land & regional producers while supporting the county's local food initiatives. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/10/t...
Good morning our #kawarthapeeps from Mike Quigg on Kasshabog Lake. It's the melting season. Follow the photographer on Instagram at www.instagram.com/_evidence_/
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City of #Ptbo seeking community feedback on proposed pilot windrow removal program. Pilot program in 2026-2027 winter season would assist seniors and people with disabilities with clearing the end of their driveways after city snow plowing. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/09/c...
This week's encoreNOW by Paul Rellinger features 'Frozen', St. Patrick's Day Kitchen Party, 'Screwball Comedy', The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight, The Music of Van Morrison tribute, and The Great Canadian Fiddle Show. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/09/e...
Potential for significant rainfall and freezing rain across Kawarthas region starting Tuesday night. 20-40 mm of rain expected in the south by Wednesday night, with 10-20 mm of ice accretion possible in the north. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/09/p...
100 Men Kawartha Lakes kicks off 2026 by donating over $17,000 to three charities in #KawarthasLakes region. At its March 5 meeting, the collective philanthropy group supported 4-H of Haliburton-Kawartha Lakes, Kawartha Land Trust, and Kawartha Art Gallery. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/09/1...
One person seriously injured in #Ptbo shooting late Sunday afternoon. Victim airlifted to Toronto hospital after incident inside residence in Parkhill Road and George Street North area. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/08/o...
3rd annual kitchen party fundraiser supporting One City #Ptbo house in honour of late Erin Sullivan returns Mar 27. Hosted by Megan Murphy with music by Kitchen Party and more, event at #Ennismore Community Centre to support individuals coming out of homelessness.
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YWCA #Ptbo #Haliburton opens applications for 2026 Hazel Education Bursary. Applications open until May 1 for annual bursary supporting educational pursuits of women who have experienced gender-based violence, especially in rural communities. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/08/y...
Women leading regional healthcare and its fundraising: The aligned vision and partnership of the #Ptbo Regional Health Centre and PRHC Foundation. In celebration of #IWD2026, Dr. Lynn Mikula & Lesley Heighway share what the theme 'Give to Gain' means to them. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/07/w...
#Ptbo author Erica Richmond explores parenting through grief in her new 'little book'. Published by Give a Sheet Press, 'Parenting After Suicide' blends visual and experimental essays to create space for conversation around loss. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/06/p...
Rainfall warning in effect for Kawarthas region starting Friday night. Isolated thunderstorms are also expected, with 15-40 mm of rainfall and snowmelt creating potential for localized flooding. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/06/r...
Freezing rain warning in effect for southern Kawarthas region Thursday night. Up to 2 millimetres of ice accretion is expected before freezing rain ends overnight. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/05/f...
nightlifeNOW for Mar 5-11 ft live music listings at pubs & restaurants in #Ptbo & the greater Kawarthas. Juno-nominated Canadian blues band The Johnny Max Band performs at The Ganny in #PortHope Sat night w/ Chuck Jackson. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/05/n...
#Ptbo to host Great Canadian Cheese Festival this June. Canada's largest celebration of cheese will be held at the Morrow Building on June 13 and 14.
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'You just can't live like this': #Ptbo native ChloΓ« Black on life in Ukraine amid her sixth humanitarian trip. Black is supporting an animal shelter in Kharkiv and will soon be going to Kyiv to teach children impacted by war. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/05/y...
#Selwyn Township partners with GreenUP and #Ptbo Transit to teach rural youth how to ride transit. Grade 7 & 8 students from St. Paul Catholic Elementary School learn to read schedules, plan routes, and ride safely using The Link rural transit service. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/05/s...
Pilot uninjured after light aircraft crashes at Kawartha Lakes Municipal Airport in #Lindsay. Pilot was able to exit the plane after single-engine Cessna flipped onto its roof during landing Wednesday night. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/05/p...
#Lindsay & District Chamber of Commerce announces finalists for 2026 Awards of Excellence. Winners in 17 categories will be announced at April 25 awards gala, along with Business Person Of The Year, Legacy Leader Of The Year, and Citizen Of The Year.
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TSB investigation finds driver underestimated risk before fatal train collision at #Cramahe Township crossing. Report into July 2025 collision that killed a 69-year-old man also identified issues with obscured sightlines and warning signs. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/04/t...
Get a sweet taste of maple syrup season across the Kawarthas region. Upcoming events include #Warkworth Maple Syrup Festival on March 14 and 15, Maple Weekend on April 4 and 5, and #Sunderland Maple Syrup Festival on April 11 and 12. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/04/g...
Tickets now on sale for #Ptbo and the Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce's second annual Luminary Awards for Women in Business. Early bird ticket price for May 7 awards luncheon at Trent University's Great Hall available until March 13.
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#Ptbo city council endorses 12-month pilot program for on-street parking permits. Pilot project will run in three areas of the city, including in an area of downtown Peterborough.
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'Spring forward' this weekend when daylight saving time returns. When the time changes on March 8, we'll lose an hour of sleep and get less daylight in the morning but more in the evening. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/03/s...
The Local Advantage with #Ptbo County: Farms at Work grows future farming potential with local support. Non-profit organization helps existing and new farmers, works to protect and expand farmland, and promotes farmland stewardship and sustainability. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/03/t...
#Ptbo Performs benefit concert raises $36,236 for the United Way Peterborough & District. February 27 event at Showplace Performance Centre that featured 14 musical acts supports homelessness relief programs and services. kawarthanow.com/2026/03/02/p...