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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Peterborough asked to get behind 'A Place to Remember'
The community is being asked for its support in creating a monument to honour those who have died from occupationally related cancers and di...
4h ago
Peterborough Butterfly Run celebrates another successful and emotional day
The results are in - and they are very impressive. This year's installment of the Peterborough Butterfly Run, which took place Sunday at Mil...
8h ago
Garbage bin fires linked to 32-year-old woman
Police in Peterborough have arrested a 32-year-old woman in connection with a series of arson incidents involving garbage bins. The Peterbor...
8h ago
Today's gas prices in Peterborough
Are you headed to the pumps today? If it's time to fill up your car, here's some info on local gas prices in Peterborough, on Tuesday, April...
11h ago
Parks Canada to temporarily close three Peterborough bridges for annual maintenance
Parks Canada will be conducting annual maintenance on three Peterborough bridges this week, leading to temporary closures to all traffic whi...
14h ago
Knife-wielding teen arrested at gunpoint
A 15-year-old from Peterborough is facing several charges after an incident Saturday evening. Officers were called to the area of Western Av...
14h ago
Peterborough planter plucker arrested and charged
The investigation into the theft of two planters from the front a local business has concluded with the arrest of a 45-year-old Peterborough...
14h ago
New school rules around cellphone use, vaping bolster educators' efforts
In a bid to reduce distractions from learning in Ontario schools, the Province has directed that students be prohibited from using their cel...
15h ago
Man charged after vehicle strikes several parked cars and trees
Charges have been laid against a 22-year-old Peterborough man after vehicle crashed into a building at George Street north and Sherbrooke st...
15h ago
'The 48': Don't miss events in Peterborough and area
Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Tuesday: The Alzheimer Society of Peterborough, Kawa...
15h ago
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Old Post Office in Lakefield re-opens after major retrofit
Business will surely be booming as The Old Post Office in Lakefield opens the newly redone facility to local entrepreneurs. On Saturday morn...
Apr 29, 2024
Whooping cough case confirmed locally
Peterborough Public Health has received notice of a local laboratory-confirmed case of whooping cough. Also known as pertussis, whooping cou...
Apr 29, 2024
Butterfly Run draws strong support for great cause
We are still waiting for the final tally, but it looks as if the annual Butterfly Run was a big success. The event, which raises awareness a...
Apr 29, 2024
Joint safety blitz targets commercial motor vehicles
Authorities teamed up for a targeted safety blitz on commercial motor vehicles in Peterborough and Cobourg. The joint effort, conducted last...
Apr 29, 2024
Firearms missing after vehicle stolen downtown
Peterborough Police are still looking into a vehicle theft that has led to missing firearms. Investigators say a vehicle was stolen from the...
Apr 29, 2024
My Broadcasting Corporation bringing back Community First Scholarship
My Broadcasting Corportation, the parent-company of Oldies 96.7 and Freq 90.5, is bringing back the Community First Scholarship. The scholar...
Apr 29, 2024
Unlocking the benefits of intermittent fasting: nutritionist explains popular 16/8 method and its ancient roots
Intermittent fasting is a popular health trend backed by research for weight management and well-being. Registered Nutritionist Lianne Phill...
Apr 29, 2024
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Six winning tourism businesses awarded grants & mentorship
In a bid to boost tourism experiences, six promising businesses in Peterborough & the Kawarthas have been awarded grants and mentorship....
Apr 28, 2024
Strict cell phone rules, vaping ban coming to Ontario Schools
The provincial government is introducing a plan that takes aim at cellphone use and vaping in schools for the 2024-2025 academic year. The p...
Apr 28, 2024
PTBOToday.ca most read stories - Apr. 22nd to 26th
As we look back on the week that was, here were our top five most read stories: 1. A shooting on Crystal Drive happened on Friday morning. F...
Apr 27, 2024
'The 48': Don't miss events in Peterborough and area
Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Friday: The Artisans Centre Peterborough will be hol...
Apr 27, 2024
Arrest Made In Early Morning Shooting
About 14 hours after an early morning shooting in the south end of the city, Peterborough Police say they've arrested a suspect. At around 5...
Apr 26, 2024
Change coming to parking rates at the PRHC
There is going to be a change in hospital parking rates at the Peterborough Regional Health Centre. The planned increases are set to take ef...
Apr 26, 2024
Today's gas prices in Peterborough
Are you headed to the pumps today? If it's time to fill up your car, here's some info on local gas prices in Peterborough, on Friday, April ...
Apr 26, 2024
Early morning shooting has officers searching for possibly armed suspect
UPDATE - 7:30 pm An arrest has been made in this morning's shooting. Peterborough Police say 37-year-old Geoff Riley of Peterborough was arr...
Apr 26, 2024
Peterborough high school student advances to provincial public speaking finals
A Peterborough high school student is on her way to the provincial finals of the Royal Canadian Legion's Public Speaking Contest. Lauren Syt...
Apr 26, 2024
Fire set after roommates threatened with knife
Charges have been laid against a 26-year-old Peterborough man, after police were called to a residence at around 11pm on Wednesday, in regar...
Apr 26, 2024
Award-winning husband and wife duo making a stop at Showplace
A pair of award-winning singer-songwriters are embarking on a tour around Ontario, which includes a stop here in Peterborough. 'Marc Jordan ...
Apr 26, 2024
Sections of Ontario highways will increase to 110 km/h this summer
When the maximum speed limit hits 110 km/h on sections of certain 400 series highways this July, OPP SGT. Kerry Schmidt with the highway saf...
Apr 26, 2024
Off-duty officer performs life-saving actions after medical episode causes crash
A crash on Water Street earlier this week took place because of a medical episode. Peterborough Police sent out an update yesterday about th...
Apr 26, 2024