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Fleming College Open House runs this weekend
Fleming College is going to be welcoming thousands of prospective students this weekend. The annual Spring Open House goes on Saturday at th...
6h ago
Policing community mourns death of former OPP commissioner, local police services board appointee
The Canadian policing community is mourning the death of a former OPP commissioner who, for a time, served as a provincial appointee to the ...
8h ago
Peterborough Chamber of Commerce announces details for 2024 Business Summit
Business leaders and entrepreneurs are gearing up for the highly anticipated 2024 Business Summit, set to take place on May 2nd at Fleming C...
8h ago
Fun, fundraising, and family-friendly activities await at the Five Counties Backyard Summer Social
Summer fun will be taken to a whole other level this June when the Five Counties Children's Centre hosts its Backyard Summer Social at it ho...
8h ago
Peterborough's Canada Day Parade set to be shelved amid financial concerns and declining interest
Peterborough's Canada Day celebrations could look a little different this year. A report presented to the Council by the Commissioner of Com...
9h ago
Peterborough Youth Soccer Club looking for coaches to help with upcoming season
The Peterborough Youth Soccer Club is looking for coaches. Registration is now open and those applying will receive a full reimbursement of ...
9h ago
Nominations now open for the chamber's 2024 Business Excellence Awards
Nominations open this week for the annual Peterborough and the Kawarthas Business Excellence Awards. While the 2024 awards won't be presente...
9h ago
KPR School Board's overcrowding solutions prompt parent's feedback
The Kawartha Pine Ridge (KPR) District School Board has identified a significant overcrowding in some of their schools and it's the public's...
Apr 18, 2024
CAA Worst Roads Campaign Quickly Wrapping Up
Voting for the worst roads campaign wraps up at midnight tomorrow - and Peterborough's streets have been the brunt of many a joke. The annua...
Apr 18, 2024
Two people arrested after police respond to reports of a fight in King Edward Park
Charges have been laid against two people following an altercation that occurred on Tuesday afternoon, after police responded to reports of ...
Apr 18, 2024
New collective agreement ratified for Kawartha Pine Ridge contract teachers.
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board and the Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario - Kawartha Pine Ridge Teacher Local have succes...
Apr 18, 2024
Peterborough Police send out warning to watch for scammers
Springtime comes with a cautionary note from the police: watch out for scammers. The Peterborough Police Service is urging homeowners to sta...
Apr 18, 2024
Business brilliance to take center stage at Lindsay and District Chamber of Commerce Awards Gala
The red carpet is going to be rolled out for the best in business. The Lindsay and District Chamber of Commerce is hosting its Chamber Award...
Apr 18, 2024
Peterborough man charged in connection with thefts from vehicles
A 26-year-old Peterborough man is facing several charges related to multiple thefts from vehicles, after officers responded to a call from a...
Apr 18, 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 Thursday: Budget Drop-in session. The city wants fee...
Apr 18, 2024
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Indulge your inner child while supporting Five Counties at the Backyard Summer Social
Five Counties Backyard Summer Social is set for a three-peat. It'll be making a comeback on Saturday, June 22, from 1 to 4 pm. The Centre's ...
Apr 17, 2024
Police nab scissor-wielding robbery suspect
A 31-year-old Peterborough man is facing several charges after a robbery earlier this week. Police says at around 10:40pm on Monday, a 9-1-1...
Apr 17, 2024
Peterborough-Kawartha MP Michelle Ferreri reacts to Canada's $535 billion budget
The latest federal budget, with 535-billion-dollars in spending, has been released on Parliament Hill. Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland sa...
Apr 17, 2024
Community collaboration addresses affordable housing needs in Peterborough
Peterborough's student housing landscape is getting a boost with a new partnership between Trent University, Fleming College, and SpacesShar...
Apr 17, 2024
Peterborough man arrested for indecent act in parking lot
A 41-year-old Peterborough man is facing charges following an indecent act on Monday night. At around 8:20pm, officers responded to reports...
Apr 17, 2024
Market Hall to play host to Trent University's intense Three-Minute Thesis competition
Imagine studying a topic for years; and then having to boil it all down to 180 seconds in front of a live audience. Trent's Three-Minute The...
Apr 17, 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 Wednesday: Peterborough Regional Farmers Market is o...
Apr 17, 2024
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: CMHA bringing back its 'Change the Cycle' fundraiser
Buoyed by the remarkable success of last year's inaugural event, the local CMHA is bringing back its Change the Cycle fundraiser. Set for Ju...
Apr 16, 2024
Housing, affordability prioritized in 2024 federal budget
The financial course for the fiscal year has been set by the Trudeau Government - prioritizing housing and overall affordability. Finance Mi...
Apr 16, 2024
Brealey Drive to undergo major facelift
Construction is getting ready to start on a stretch of Brealey Drive. Crews will be working on the section between Lansdowne and Sherbrooke ...
Apr 16, 2024
Trent University's 4th Spirit Day reaps a huge dividend
Trent University's spirit paid a huge dividend April 3rd in the form of $83,000 raised in support of students and programs, the securing of ...
Apr 16, 2024
Cab driver threatened with brass knuckles and knife
The Peterborough Police Service is investigating an incident involving a taxi driver and a passenger that occurred near King and Bethune Str...
Apr 16, 2024
Rotary Spelling Bee puts kids to the test on May 4th
Rotary Club of Peterborough's ever-popular Spelling Bee is back, with a number of grade school kids set to again put their spelling skills t...
Apr 16, 2024
Peterborough police service notes surge in thefts from vehicles across city
The Peterborough Police Service has noticed an increase in the number of reports of thefts from vehicles in the last few weeks, with reports...
Apr 16, 2024
Fleming College to highlight skilled trades talent at annual Welding Showcase this afternoon
Fleming College is set to unveil the talents of its skilled trades students at their annual Welding Showcase this afternoon. Celebrating the...
Apr 16, 2024