The Ontario government is investing over $250,000 in eight local initiatives to support older adults in Peterborough-Kawartha. The funding, delivered through the Seniors Community Grant Program, was announced at Activity Haven on July 28. One of the funded projects is Lift for Life, a strength and balance program run in partnership with Trent Health in…
Selwyn Township is bringing back its popular ReLeaf Program to help restore trees lost in the March 2025 ice storm. Starting August 5 at 9 a.m., residents can register online to receive one of 600 free native trees, thanks to a $10,000 grant from Hydro One’s Ice Storm Recovery Fund. Five species are available, including…
A new yoga program in Peterborough is helping children with disabilities move, breathe, and relax alongside their caregivers. The Willow Studio, in partnership with Five Counties Children’s Centre, launched the pilot session on July 16. The one-hour class included breath work, dancing, yoga storytelling, and quiet meditation tailored to each child’s needs. “The work really…
Last Saturday, I joined Peterborough Friends for their weekly coffee meetup downtown, where laughter and new connections filled the air. Founded in late 2024 by Oriona Rendon, the group started as a simple way to make friends but quickly grew into a vibrant community of over 700 members. Through a Discord server and regular in-person…
On Saturday, July 12, Beavermead Park was alive with energy as the inaugural Little Big Run brought together people of all ages to raise funds for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peterborough. This new fundraiser aims to support local mentorship programs that connect youth with caring volunteers. Executive Director Zoe King shares that the event…
This summer, The Link rural transit service is offering free shuttle rides to three major Selwyn Township events: the Lakefield Literary Festival, the Lakefield Jazz, Art & Craft Festival, and the Curve Lake Pow Wow. Launched with provincial support, The Link connects rural communities across Peterborough County, helping those without vehicles access cultural events and…
Aging in rural communities comes with both unique challenges and meaningful opportunities. Trent University is at the forefront of understanding what that looks like. Through the Rural Aging Research Program, faculty, students, and community members are working together to explore how older adults age in place, build social connections, and contribute to the resilience of…
On Thursday, June 26, community members gathered for a vigil at City Hall and the Peterborough Police station to protest a recent update to the Safer Public Spaces approach to community safety and open-air illicit drug use. The event coincided with “Support. Don’t Punish,” a global day calling for health-based drug policies. Organizer Dylan DeMarsh…
On Saturday morning the village of Havelock came together to celebrate the life of Karen ‘Miz’ Watson with a joyful farewell parade. Known for her decades of volunteer work, Miz was a vibrant presence in the community. Before Miz passed away in December, she made her final wishes known in a notebook, titled I’m Dead,…
Broedie and Dustyn Birkhof are suiting up together this season for the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers, a first for the hometown brothers. Both grew up playing minor lacrosse in the city, and now they are chasing a Mann Cup side by side. Broedie, a seasoned defender with experience in multiple leagues, says playing for the…
