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Presented by the Peterborough Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA) with support from the City of Peterborough and sponsors and community partners, the "Movies at the Park" series will see free movies screened on a large outdoor screen at Quaker Foods City Square every Tuesday evening during July and August. (Photo courtesy of Peterborough DBIA)

Peterborough DBIA announces the return of free ‘Movies at the Park’ this summer

Eight films will be screened outdoors at Quaker Foods City Square every Tuesday evening in July and August

kawarthaNOW - June 19, 2026

Located at 2300 Pigeon Lake Road in Bobcaygeon, Globus Theatre is a professional theatre company founded in 2003 by husband-and-wife duo Sarah Quick and James Barrett that stages original Canadian plays along with comedy and music performances, with an optional dinner available for many performances. (Photo courtesy of Globus Theatre)

Globus Theatre’s extended 2026 season offers mystery, comedy, romance, and holiday fun in Bobcaygeon

The United Way Peterborough and District's incoming CEO Jason Seguya shakes hands with retiring CEO Jim Russell during an announcement at the United Way's office on June 18, 2026. The 27-year-old will begin in his new role on July 6, with Russell staying until July 17 to help with the transition. (Photo: Paul Rellinger / kawarthaNOW)

United Way Peterborough and District welcomes Jason Seguya as its 10th CEO

Toronto-based indie-folk singer-songwriter Erik Bleich will be releasing his new album "Sumach" at The John at Sadleir House in Peterborough on Saturday night. (Photo: Jen Squires)

Peterborough’s Innovation Cluster among five local recipients of over $260,000 in Ontario rural development funding

Non-profit organization receives $145,000 to support rural entrepreneurship, with other funding supporting economic and farm business planning and a rural transportation study

Bethan Bates - June 18, 2026

After 15 years with Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC), including the last three as president and CEO, Dr. Lynn Mikula is leaving in October 2026 to become president and CEO of Sinai Health in Toronto. (Photo courtesy of PRHC)

Dr. Lynn Mikula leaving Peterborough Regional Health Centre to lead Sinai Health in Toronto

The City of Peterborough collects registered large items from the curb during monthly collections over the summer. For 2026, the city is waiving the usual collection fees as part of the new Clean Streets Peterborough program intended in part to tackle illegal dumping. (Photo: City of Peterborough)

Demand surges for Peterborough’s first free large item pickup under new Clean Streets program

The 2026 inductees of the Peterborough & District Pathway of Fame (left to right, top and bottom): Dr. Kim Curtin, Keith Dalton and Elaine Orgill, Alec Denys, Marion Griffin, Wayne Robinson, and Rob Rusland. (kawarthaNOW collage)

Peterborough & District Pathway of Fame announces 2026 inductees

Brown fox sedge (Carex vulpinoidea) is a valuable native host plant for many insects, demonstrating that even the most overlooked plants can play an important role in supporting biodiversity. (Photo: Jonathan Armstrong / GreenUP)

How planting native species in your garden supports the web of life

Native plants provide food and habitat for insects, which in turn pollinate plants and ensure their survival

GreenUP - June 18, 2026

Rainbow Kester and Alex Pearce as teachers Evie Bothwell and Melita Linton in a scene from Leanna Brodie's play "Schoolhouse" during a media day event on June 17, 2026 hosted by 4th Line Theatre at Winslow Farm near Millbrook. The play, which runs from June 30 to July 25, tells the story of the newly graduated Miss Linton as she teaches in a one-room school near the fictional village of Baker's Creek in 1938 and deals with a withdrawn boy recently released from reform school. (Photo: Jordan Lyall / kawarthaNOW)

4th Line Theatre in Millbrook returns to the classroom for the third time with Leanna Brodie’s ‘Schoolhouse’

An Indigenous man holding a boy in his arms with a field in the background. (Photo: Alto)

Alto’s Commitment to Indigenous Peoples

Eastside Boxing and Wellness owner Marsha Gaulton (right), a certified competitive boxing coach committed to supporting and advancing female athletes in boxing, founded the "Fight for the Future Fund" with the aim of providing youth with a controlled outlet where they can safely release the pressures and emotions that come with everyday life. Community donations to the fund will provide youth aged 12 to 16 with free access to a 12-week boxing program, with preference given youth who have experienced or are experiencing domestic abuse. (Photo: Eastside Boxing and Wellness)

Eastside Boxing and YWCA Peterborough Haliburton partner to help disadvantaged youth build confidence through boxing

United Way Peterborough and District welcomes Jason Seguya as its 10th CEO

Paul Rellinger - June 18, 2026

The 27-year-old officially takes the helm July 6 in the wake of Jim Russell's retirement after close to 15 years at the helm.

Ontario's rural affairs minister Lisa Thompson (behind lectern) during an announcement in Peterborough on June 15, 2026 of $260,305.50 in provincial funding to support rural development. Also pictured are representatives of the five organizations and municipalities receiving the funding (left to right): Innovation Cluster board chair Nicole Stephenson, Peterborough County warden Bonnie Clark, City of Peterborough mayor Jeff Leal, Farms at Work community farm planner Andrea Hicks, and Community Care Peterborough operations director Catherine Pink. Absent from the photo is Peterborough-Kawartha Dave Smith. (Photo: Bethan Bates / kawarthaNOW)

Peterborough’s Innovation Cluster among five local recipients of over $260,000 in Ontario rural development funding

June 18, 2026

Dr. Lynn Mikula leaving Peterborough Regional Health Centre to lead Sinai Health in Toronto

June 18, 2026

Demand surges for Peterborough’s first free large item pickup under new Clean Streets program

June 18, 2026

Peterborough & District Pathway of Fame announces 2026 inductees

June 18, 2026

After years working in high-intensity kitchens, Nino Ante finds his calling with LóLa Cakes and Coffee

Megan Gallant - June 17, 2026

Just six months after opening his downtown Peterborough coffee shop and bakery, the chef is already scoping out opportunities for a second location.

Located in Bridgenorth overlooking Chemong Lake in Selwyn Township, Chemong Lodge uses local ingredients wherever possible, including herbs and produce grown on site and products sourced through weekly regional farmers' markets. To make it easier to source local, Chemong Lodge is interested in participating in the Kawartha Local Food Wholesale program supported by Peterborough County, which connects local buyers with local food producers. (Photo: Bryan Reid, courtesy of Chemong Lodge)

The Local Advantage with Peterborough County: Chemong Lodge shares tastes of The Kawarthas by sourcing local ingredients

June 16, 2026

In fall 2024 after a 25-year career in media, Darren Murphy purchased The Market, a gourmet food shop in Lakefield. Since stepping into the new role, the Young's Point resident has maintained the quality and variety of products that can be found at the store, while transitioning to work with more Canadian suppliers and producers, crafting more prepared meals, and growing a social media presence by becoming "Murph at The Market." (Photo: Jordan Lyall Photography)

From decades in media to becoming ‘Murph at the Market’, Darren Murphy is relishing his new career as owner of The Market in Lakefield

June 13, 2026

Peterborough entrepreneur, mentor, and coach Sheena Howard will be leading a three-hour interactive workshop on June 19, 2026 to help women business owners find and solve the bottlenecks preventing them from growing their business. Held at the Peterborough Public Library's Multipurpose Room, "Why Your Business Isn't Growing (And What to Do About It)" will guide participants through common growth problems and how best to focus their time, offer networking opportunities, and help entrepreneurs develop a 90-day plan for growing their business. (Photo: Jordan Lyall Photography)

Know Your Locals: Peterborough entrepreneur Sheena Howard to lead interactive workshop for women business owners

June 10, 2026

Now in its 29th season, Gardens Plus is a garden centre in the Township of Douro-Dummer that specializes in hostas, daylilies, and easy-care perennials grown on site or sourced from local growers. A big believer in the need to shop and support local, owner Dawn Golloher is a member of the Kawartha Choice FarmFresh economic development program supported by Peterborough County. (Photo courtesy of Gardens Plus)

The Local Advantage with Peterborough County: Gardens Plus grows and locally sources easy-care perennials

June 9, 2026

Globus Theatre’s extended 2026 season offers mystery, comedy, romance, and holiday fun in Bobcaygeon

Megan Gallant - June 19, 2026

Subscriptions are still available for the professional theatre company's 23rd season.

4th Line Theatre in Millbrook returns to the classroom for the third time with Leanna Brodie’s ‘Schoolhouse’

June 17, 2026

encoreNOW for June 15, 2026 features (from left to right, top and bottom) Fleetwood Mac Mania at Cobourg's Concert Hall at Victoria Hall, "Murder at the Match - World Cup Edition" at Globus Theatre in Bobcaygeon, Gowan at Peterborough Musicfest, Emily Burgess at Tuned Up Tuesdays at Elmhirst's Resort in Keene, "Born to be Bad: The Villains of Broadway" featuring Tahirih Vejdani at Port Hope's Capitol Theatre, and 4th Line Theatre's "Schoolhouse" at the Winslow Farm in Millbrook. (kawarthaNOW collage)

New experimental film collective to take part in Artspace Peterborough’s inaugural collaborative summer residency

June 12, 2026

Innovation Cluster launches new on-demand online course to help skilled tradespeople transition into entrepreneurship

kawarthaNOW - June 16, 2026

BuildUP On Demand was developed in response to interest in the non-profit organization's BuildUP business accelerator program.

Peterborough Downtown Business Improvement Area revives original logo as it celebrates its 45th year

June 10, 2026

The nine Peterborough business leaders who were inducted into the 11th annual JA Business Hall of Fame at The Venue in downtown Peterborough on June 4, 2026. As the ceremony, Junior Achievement of Northern and Eastern Ontario (JA-NEO) also announced that the late late John McNutt, the longtime CEO and president of JA-NEO and executive director of the Council for Persons with Disabilities, along with his wife of 47 years, Sheryl Hopkins, would also be inducted into the JA Business Hall of Fame. (Photo courtesy of JA-NEO)

11th annual JA Business Hall of Fame honours entrepreneurship, community service, and John McNutt’s legacy

June 5, 2026

Fleming College Institute is launching an all-new specialized program in October 2026 designed for senior leaders to step into their full potential. Intended for seasoned executives and emerging senior leaders, the P.E.A.K. Executive Leadership Program provides practical frameworks and leadership mastery opportunities to empower participants to lead with purpose, and by design. (Photo courtesy of Fleming College Institute)

Fleming College Institute to launch new P.E.A.K. Executive Leadership program this fall

June 1, 2026

While Dr. Joe Hoja (left) of Peterborough Optimetric has spent decades cycling through Peterborough, commuting by bike is a newer experience for his colleague Dr. Bella Sudik (right). Now sharing a similar ride to work, the two have bonded over their love of cycling and rarely miss a chance to swap biking tips. (Photo: Rebekkah Hyams / GreenUP)

From secure bike parking to financial incentives, Peterborough businesses are creating bike-friendly workplaces

May 21, 2026

Peterborough DBIA announces the return of free ‘Movies at the Park’ this summer

kawarthaNOW - June 19, 2026

Eight films will be screened outdoors at Quaker Foods City Square every Tuesday evening in July and August.

How planting native species in your garden supports the web of life

June 18, 2026

One highlight of Bike Month is the return of GreenUP's Let's Bike! events. Kids love the cycling event series where they can learn about bike mechanics, safety, win prizes, and take a spin in the legendary bike playground. Kids ride away with more confidence, skills, and excitement every time. (Photo: Jessica Todd / GreenUP

Peterborough celebrates Bike Month with family-friendly events and a focus on safer streets

June 11, 2026

Ontario Power Generation facilitated a guest activity centre at the 24th annual Peterborough Children's Water Festival, which saw around 1,400 children in grades two to five participate in immersive educational experiences at Riverview Park and Zoo on May 27 and 28, 2026. Students are pictured here learning how water can generate power. (Photo: Yvonne Hollandy / GreenUP)

‘Water is a shared responsibility that connects us all’

June 4, 2026

An infant at Five Counties Children's Centre in Lindsay being screened for hearing loss, which is vital to get babies the support they may need. Ontario's Infant Hearing Program provides free screening for families, and the process to check for hearing loss is quick, safe, and painless, and ideally done when a baby is sleeping. (Photo courtesy of Five Counties Children's Centre)

Listen up: why parents should get their newborns screened for potential hearing loss

May 29, 2026

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