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Welcome to The Boro! The Boro is a vibrant neighbourhood and entertainment destination with a diverse range of shops, restaurants, and stores. Shop The Boro!

 Peterborough, ON
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Joined May 2011
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Coming out of the global pandemic is extremely challenging for many small businesses. But, we know it will get better. We gathered some comments from community experts about the importance of supporting local downtown businesses. youtu.be/B3jOF931kPk
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Coming out of the global pandemic is extremely challenging for many...

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Exciting day as we get a sneak peek of the gorgeous ⁦@YLoftsPtbo⁩ in beautiful ⁦@theBoroPtbo⁩ #ptboecdev #cityptbo
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Hey #downtownptbo! Circus Sundae is coming to @theBoroPtbo THIS SUNDAY at 3pm! Enjoy ice cream treats while watching a 25 minute #circus extravaganza at the P.C.V.S. parking lot. PWYC, info at publicenergy.ca
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The art project is presented in partnership with @CityPtbo, @ptbogreenup, @artspaceptbo and @PtboDBIA, funded through the city's Public Art Program. We would like to thank all of the artists, partners and Wendy, the Public Art Facilitator for their amazing work!
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Have you checked out the Road Mural Project on Hunter Street?😍 It is part of the Renaissance on Hunter public art project and the local artists are working hard to animate the public space.
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This is amazing for @theBoroPtbo @Ptbo_Canada @pktourism #downtownptbo 🙌
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Have you checked out the Road Mural Project on Hunter Street?😍 It is part of the Renaissance on Hunter public art project and the local artists are working hard to animate the public space.
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The art project is presented in partnership with @CityPtbo, @ptbogreenup, @artspaceptbo and @PtboDBIA, funded through the city's Public Art Program. We would like to thank all of the artists, partners and Wendy, the Public Art Facilitator for their amazing work!
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Thank you for helping to bring life to an exciting community space! @theBoroPtbo @ptbogreenup @artspaceptbo #RenaissanceOnHunter peterborough.ca/en/news/rena…
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Wooo boy it has been a long three days, almost done though!! Here’s some more progress shots. Thanks everyone for your kind words and stories. It kept me going today 😊 @PtboDBIA @CityPtbo @theBoroPtbo
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Wooo boy it has been a long three days, almost done though!! Here’s some more progress shots. Thanks everyone for your kind words and stories. It kept me going today 😊 @PtboDBIA @CityPtbo @theBoroPtbo – at Peterborough, Ontario
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Murals have begun here on Hunter Street in @theBoroPtbo as part of the The Renaissance on Hunter, which comprises two distinct but related public art projects along Hunter Street that align with the Temporary Downtown Public Space Changes #ptbonews
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We are thrilled to see so many of you enjoying our Downtown patios! 🤩 No better way to explore our community and it’s culture then supporting our local restaurants and all their unique offerings!🍽 📸: Tracey Germa
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Bluestreak Records has moved to a new location! After 22 years of operating in the previous location, the iconic record store relocated to the old Haaseltons storefront (394 George St N). Congratulations, Tim!
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Sheila@shelearn16 Jul 2021
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I was downtown today, spending money - its amazing! Great job everyone and thank you!! @downtownPtbo
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As we move to Step 3 of Ontario's Roadmap to Reopen, it's time to support local businesses all over our community. We've made temporary changes to the public spaces downtown to ensure you can shop and dine safely - get out and enjoy! peterborough.ca/downtownptbo
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Stage 3 of the Provincial re-opening plan has come earlier then expected! Here is what you should expect to be available on July 16th: ✅ Expanded outdoor gatherings like events and attractions can have a capacity of 100 people!
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✅Support local restaurants with indoor dining (finally) and no limits on people per table. ✅You can finally get active with gyms and recreation facilities with limited capacity. ✅Enjoy movies and performances with cinemas and theatres opened with limited capacity!
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✅Continue shopping local retail with capacity that can ensure social distancing. Many of our local businesses have waited a long time for this next stage, we can’t wait to see you enjoy our Downtown and supporting local businesses! 🤩
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We are thrilled to see so many of you enjoying our Downtown patios! 🤩 No better way to explore our community and it’s culture then supporting our local restaurants and all their unique offerings!🍽 📸: Tracey Germa
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Bluestreak Records has moved to a new location! After 22 years of operating in the previous location, the iconic record store relocated to the old Haaseltons storefront (394 George St N). Congratulations, Tim!
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