kawarthaNOW | News, events, and community information for residents, visitors, and cottagers in Peterborough and The Kawarthas

Ontario Power Generation senior vice president Paul Séguin and Port Hope mayor Olga Hankivsky sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) at the Nuclear Discovery Centre in Port Hope on February 12, 2026 to advance what would be the world's largest nuclear power plant, located in Wesleyville. (kawarthaNOW screenshot of Ontario government video)

Ontario Power Generation and Port Hope sign partnership agreement to advance proposed Wesleyville nuclear plant

Municipality has received $4.5 million growth-readiness funding as project for world's largest nuclear power plant moves to impact assessment phase

Bruce Head - February 12, 2026

A representative of Morton Medical Centre in Douro-Dummer and GreenUP energy manager Clara Blakelock review optimal programmable thermostat settings during an energy efficiency walkthrough of the facility. GreenUP and the Peterborough DBIA are inviting small business owners to a free breakfast open house on February 18, 2026, where energy experts will be available to answer questions. (Photo: Jackie Donaldson / GreenUP)

Ask the energy experts: Free open house in Peterborough on February 18 targets small business savings

The Peterborough stop on The Offspring's Supercharged Worldwide '26 tour, scheduled for February 17, 2026 with support from Bad Religion, has been cancelled because of safety concerns resulting from the weight of snow on the roof of the Peterborough Memorial Centre combined with the estimated weight of equipment that would have been rigged from the building's trusses. (Photo: Daveed Benito)

Tuesday’s The Offspring and Bad Religion concert at Peterborough Memorial Centre cancelled due to roof load concerns

Carling Dulder as Anna and Eddy Sweeney as Wesley recalling the life-defining moments of their high school years during a rehearsal of the Peterborough Theatre Guild's production of "Midnight Madness" by award-winning Peterborough-born playwright Dave Carley. Directed by Jane Werger and produced by Diane Théberge, the heartfelt comedy runs for 10 performances from February 27 to March 14, 2026. (Photo: Jordan Lyall Photography)

‘A laugh-at-life comedy, but there are tears too’: Peterborough Theatre Guild stages Dave Carley’s ‘Midnight Madness’

Josh and Ana Mourtzanos with their children and "Caleb the Honda," the family's Honda Odyssey minivan they donated to the Bancroft Community Transit (BCT) in December 2025 before the family moved out of the country. The non-profit rural transportation organization says the family's generous donation has made a huge difference as BCT continues to fundraise to replace several aging vehicles. (Photo courtesy of BCT)

Bancroft Community Transit receives a boost after local family donates their minivan

Josh and Ana Mourtzanos donated 'Caleb the Honda' to the North Hastings non-profit organization as it faces challenges to replace its aging fleet

Megan Gallant - February 11, 2026

Organizers, sponsors, and some of the 56 nominees for the second annual Luminary Awards for Women in Business during a nominee announcement at the Peterborough and the Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce offices on February 11, 2026. (Photo: Jordan Lyall Photography)

Almost 60 women nominated for second annual Luminary Awards for Women in Business

Community Futures Peterborough has announced a nine-part Entrepreneurship 101 workshop series for spring 2026, including two new workshops on SEO and e-commerce and employer obligations. (Photo: Community Futures Peterborough)

Community Futures Peterborough expands Entrepreneurship 101 series for spring

A red wooden heart on a dark background. (Stock photo)

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the Electric City Sex & Wellness Expo hosted by PARN

A Peterborough police car with lights flashing at night. (Photo: Peterborough Police Service)

Three Oshawa teens face multiple charges after violent Peterborough carjacking

A woman had just arrived home late Sunday night when the teens forced the keys out of her hand

kawarthaNOW - February 10, 2026

Brody Klages is the Electrical Team Lead at Peterborough's Quickmill, which has grown into one of the world's leading manufacturers of large-scale machining centers over the past 40 years. With the U.S. currently its most important export market, Quickmill is pursuing a diversified growth strategy and has been invited by the federal government to join a select group of Canadian export-ready companies for the Team Canada Trade Mission to Mexico from February 15 to 20, 2026. (Photo: Jordan Lyall Photography)

Peterborough manufacturer Quickmill is pursuing a diversified growth strategy amid shifting trade winds

Located in Selwyn Township, McLean Berry Farm is one of more than 800 farms operating on more than 180,000 acres of farmland across Peterborough County. To support the farms that significantly contribute to the region's economic prosperity, Peterborough County Economic Development is supporting and promotes initiatives like the Kawartha Local Food Wholesale program, which makes it easy for food buyers to purchase wholesale from local producers. (Photo: Peterborough County Economic Development)

Growing local: Peterborough County is strengthening the farm economy

Peterborough City Hall. (Photo: Bruce Head / kawarthaNOW)

Thinking of running for municipal council? Free candidate information session set for March 31

Ontario Power Generation and Port Hope sign partnership agreement to advance proposed Wesleyville nuclear plant

Bruce Head - February 12, 2026

Municipality has received $4.5 million growth-readiness funding as project for world's largest nuclear power plant moves to impact assessment phase.

Tuesday’s The Offspring and Bad Religion concert at Peterborough Memorial Centre cancelled due to roof load concerns

February 11, 2026

Bancroft Community Transit receives a boost after local family donates their minivan

February 11, 2026

Three Oshawa teens face multiple charges after violent Peterborough carjacking

February 10, 2026

Cars on a road in a winter snow storm. (Stock photo)

Special weather statement in effect for Kawarthas region for snow on Tuesday

Updated February 10, 2026

Growing local: Peterborough County is strengthening the farm economy

Megan Gallant - February 9, 2026

County calls for local food producers and buyers to participate in the Kawartha Local Food Wholesale program.

Jena Trimble founded Zen Home and Cottage Cleaning Services in 2020 to support clients across The Kawarthas. Now taking on more residential clients, the company and its dedicated team offers deep cleans and regular maintenance as well as additional services including wash-and-fold laundry services with free pickup and delivery. Jena's team of full-time and part-time cleaning professionals uses an original all-natural and all-purpose cleaner that's also available for purchase and refills. (Photo: Zen Home and Cottage Cleaning Services)

Know Your Locals: Zen Home and Cottage Cleaning Services will clean your space and clear your mind

February 8, 2026

Katy Shufelt, pictured with Scott Murson of Wild Rock Outfitters, won the grand prize draw of $1,500 in Boro gift cards as part of the annual Holiday Shopping Passport program organized by the Peterborough Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA). Shufelt is donating a portion of her prize to Wild Rock's ComPassion Project, which raises funds and awareness for six local organizations working on the front lines of social and environmental change. (Photo: Peterborough DBIA)

Katy Shufelt wins Peterborough DBIA’s Holiday Shopping Passport grand prize draw

January 12, 2026

Boardwalk Board Game Lounge in downtown Peterborough first opened its doors on November 29, 2018. Opened and operated by brothers Dylan and Connor Reinhart, over the past seven years the small business has more than doubled its board game collection, greatly expanded its food and drink menu, and welcomed thousands of visitors to connect and experience the nostalgia of playing board games. (Photo courtesy of Boardwalk Board Game Lounge)

Boardwalk Board Game Lounge celebrates seven years of bringing ‘nostalgic’ fun to downtown Peterborough

December 7, 2025

From locally made gifts to holiday décor to hosting festive gatherings, locally owned independent small businesses on Water Street between Hunter and Simcoe streets in downtown Peterborough have you covered this holiday season, including Needles in the Hay, Watson & Lou, The Neighbourhood Vintage, Sweet Fern Floral Studio, and St Veronus and Bijoux Bar. (kawarthaNOW collage)

Shop the Boro: Find one-of-a-kind gifts and celebrate the holidays at the eclectic businesses of Water Street in downtown Peterborough

December 13, 2025

‘A laugh-at-life comedy, but there are tears too’: Peterborough Theatre Guild stages Dave Carley’s ‘Midnight Madness’

Paul Rellinger - February 11, 2026

Running for 10 performances from February 27 to March 14, Peterborough native's play filled with hometown references will resonate with local audiences,

Lindsay, Bobcaygeon, and Cobourg set the stage in new comedy anthology TV series created entirely by women and non-binary artists

February 7, 2026

Indie pop and alt-country singer-songwriter Lauryn Macfarlane, the Peterborough Folk Festival's 2021 Emerging Artist, will be performing her first hometown show since 2019 at Sadleir House on Thursday night, with Kawartha Lakes singer-songwriter Gamekeeper (aka Warren Frank) opening. (Photo via laurynmacfarlane.com)

nightlifeNOW – February 5 to 11

February 5, 2026

Eddy Sweeney as Wesley and Carling Dulder as Anna during a rehearsal of the Peterborough Theatre Guild's production of "Midnight Madness" by award-winning Peterborough-born playwright Dave Carley. Directed by Jane Werger, the fast-paced comedy runs for 10 performances from February 27 to March 14. (Photo: Jordan Lyall Photography)

Peterborough native Dave Carley’s ‘Midnight Madness’ coming to the Peterborough Theatre Guild

February 3, 2026

Ask the energy experts: Free open house in Peterborough on February 18 targets small business savings

GreenUP - February 12, 2026

Informal 'ask my anything' breakfast session hosted by Peterborough DBIA and GreenUP will cover heat pumps, solar energy, general efficiency upgrades, and more.

Almost 60 women nominated for second annual Luminary Awards for Women in Business

February 11, 2026

Community Futures Peterborough expands Entrepreneurship 101 series for spring

February 10, 2026

Peterborough manufacturer Quickmill is pursuing a diversified growth strategy amid shifting trade winds

February 9, 2026

The City of Kawartha Lakes unveiled a sign on November 18, 2025 to mark the site of the new $50-million Kawartha Lakes Paramedic Headquarters at 230 Angeline Street South in Lindsay. (Photo: City of Kawartha Lakes)

Trade contractors invited to apply for new $50-million Kawartha Lakes Paramedic Headquarters in Lindsay

February 6, 2026

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the Electric City Sex & Wellness Expo hosted by PARN

Megan Gallant - February 10, 2026

February 14 evening event at Peterborough's Healthy Planet Arena includes vendors, exhibits, and expert-led workshops centred on sexual health and wellness.

The Haliburton Highlands detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is located at 12598 Highway 35 in Minden. (Photo: OPP)

Haliburton County high school students can learn about a career in policing at upcoming youth in policing academy

February 9, 2026

The City of Peterborough is presenting the annual Snofest family-friendly winter festival on the Family Day long weekend from February 13 to 16, 2026. This year, free indoor skating will run on Family Day Monday on both ice pads at the Miskin Law Community Complex. Other Snofest events take place at McDonnel Street Community Centre, Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre, Quaker Foods City Square, the Peterborough Public Library, and the Art Gallery of Peterborough. (Photo: City of Peterborough)

Peterborough’s Snofest returns for the Family Day long weekend with four days of free winter fun

February 7, 2026

Allowing children to engage in play is an important way kids make sense of the world and understand their own boundaries. Climbing a snow pile (in a safe location) during a winter walk to school is a great example of letting kids take reasonable risks and gain confidence through play. (Photo: Clara Blakelock / GreenUP)

How a winter walk to school is both beneficial and fun for kids

February 5, 2026

GreenUP energy advisor Bryn Magee points to an electrical outlet on an exterior wall in the GreenUP office. In many older buildings, electrical outlets are sources of air leakage. Foam gaskets and plug protectors can help to staunch the flow of cold air. (Photo: Clara Blakelock / GreenUP)

Lower your heating bills and stay warm by sealing air leaks in your home

January 29, 2026

Weather

For more local weather, environmental conditions, and travel resources, visit our Weather & Travel page.

Become a #kawarthaNOW fan

33,837FollowersLike

25,861FollowersFollow

17,499FollowersFollow

4,802FollowersFollow

3,924FollowersFollow

3,205FollowersFollow

Sign up for kawarthNOW's Enews

kawarthaNOW.com offers two enews options to help readers stay in the know. Our VIP enews is delivered weekly every Wednesday morning and includes exclusive giveaways, and our news digest is delivered daily every morning. You can subscribe to one or both.

First name

Last name

Choose your preferred email subscriptions

Weekly VIP Enews every Wednesday
Daily News Digest

Leave this field empty if you're human:

Submit your event for FREE!

Use our event submission form to post your event on our website — for free.

To submit editorial content or ideas, please contact us.

Weather

Become a #kawarthaNOW fan

Sign up for kawarthNOW's Enews

Submit your event for FREE!

FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA

SIGN UP FOR OUR ENEWS