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Peterborough man, 45, charged after officers seize brass knuckles and multiple drugs downtown
A 45-year-old Peterborough man is facing multiple charges after Community F.I.R.S.T officers seized a prohibited weapon and several drugs du...
8h ago

Peterborough's 'Loonies on the Street' tops $205,000 for Kawartha Food Share
The weather might have been cold, but the holiday cheer certainly warmed the air. Another edition of the 'Loonies on the Street' fundraiser ...
11h ago

OPP warns public about thin early-season ice and rising safety risks
The Ontario Provincial Police is urging people to use extreme caution around bodies of water as winter conditions set in. Police say early-s...
17h ago

Family honours late physician with donation to support critical care at Ross Memorial
The family of the late Dr. Azhar Syed has made a donation to support critical care services at Ross Memorial Hospital, honouring the longtim...
17h ago

Child left in car as impaired driver leaves scene of snowbank crash
Peterborough police have charged a 42-year-old woman after a vehicle with a child inside was reported in a snowbank Wednesday evening. Offic...
17h ago

The Peterborough 48
Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Friday: The annual Loonies on the Street event is ba...
17h ago

The Teddy's Fly But The Petes Get Shot Down by The Spitfires Thursday Night
It was the kickoff to a tough two game weekend for the Petes on Thursday night when they faced the Windsor Spitfires at the PMC. Windsor cam...
Dec 12, 2025

What's good in Peterborough? Filmmaker launches bid to unite, raise profile of the local film production community
A Peterborough-based filmmaker is on a mission to raise the profile of the local film production community while bringing together members o...
Dec 11, 2025

OPP lay impaired driving charges after vehicle ends up in Selwyn Township ditch
A 37-year-old Corbyville man is facing several charges after a vehicle was found in a ditch on Yankee Line. Peterborough County OPP say offi...
Dec 11, 2025

Suspect sought after three businesses damaged during vape store fire in Lindsay
Lindsay police are investigating an arson at The Vape Store on Kent Street West that caused more than $100,000 in damage. Officers were call...
Dec 11, 2025

Fuel up: 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 Thursday, Dece...
Dec 11, 2025

25th annual Loonies on the Street fundraiser returns to downtown Peterborough Friday
Kawartha Food Share is gearing up for one of the biggest community events of the year - the 25th annual Loonies on the Street fundraiser, se...
Dec 11, 2025

For the second day in a row, all school buses have been cancelled
All school transportation across the STSCO jurisdiction is cancelled again today-the second day in a row-due to slippery and icy conditions ...
Dec 11, 2025

OPP urging drivers to take extra care on winter roads and also watch for wildlife
After a couple of days of heavy snowfall, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding drivers to stay cautious as winter weather contin...
Dec 11, 2025

Peterborough man accused of stealing school bus during string of thefts and break-ins across the county
Peterborough County OPP say a series of thefts and break-ins across the region has been solved following the arrest of a 62-year-old Peterbo...
Dec 11, 2025

The Peterborough 48
Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Thursday: You're invited to check out a Clay Ornamen...
Dec 11, 2025

Peterborough police warn public after high-risk offender released from custody
Peterborough police are warning the public following the release of a 41-year-old man deemed a high-risk offender. Steven Watson was release...
Dec 11, 2025

What's good in Peterborough? Kawartha Komets share powerful inclusion journey through hockey
The Kawartha Komets Special Needs Hockey Program is continuing its mission to make the sport accessible for players of all abilities, offeri...
Dec 10, 2025

Quaker Foods City Square outdoor skating rink set to open this week; weather could delay start
Peterborough's public skating rink at Quaker Foods City Square is expected to open later this week, but the city says recent snowfall may af...
Dec 10, 2025

PRHC marks completion of $6M donor-funded upgrade to interventional radiology suites
Peterborough Regional Health Centre is celebrating a major milestone in its $70-million fundraising campaign after unveiling a $6-million up...
Dec 10, 2025

Canadian Blood Services urges community to fill December donation appointments in Peterborough
Canadian Blood Services is issuing an urgent call for donors as hundreds of December blood and plasma appointments remain unfilled in Peterb...
Dec 10, 2025

UPDATE: Peterborough crews continue snow removal as city shifts to winter operations
Peterborough says snow-clearing crews were out overnight on both arterial and residential streets as winter operations ramped up across the ...
Dec 10, 2025

Fuel up: 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 Wednesday, Dec...
Dec 10, 2025

Peterborough Lakers season tickets set to go on sale this afternoon
The countdown to another summer of Lakers lacrosse begins this week, with season tickets for the 2026 Major Series Lacrosse campaign set to ...
Dec 10, 2025

Three Petes selected for 2026 Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects Game
Peterborough fans will have plenty to cheer for at next month's Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects Game, with three Petes forwards named to Te...
Dec 10, 2025

Peterborough city council approves zoning changes for 42-unit apartment project on Maryland Avenue
Peterborough city council has approved zoning changes to allow a six-storey, 42-unit apartment building at 736 Maryland Ave., clearing the w...
Dec 10, 2025

Two Peterborough residents charged after fentanyl seized in underground parking lot
Two people are facing drug-related charges after police responded to a report of a possible impaired driver. Police were called around 6:45 ...
Dec 10, 2025

School buses cancelled Wednesday due to inclement weather
All school transportation under the Student Transportation Services of Central Ontario has been cancelled today because of inclement weather...
Dec 10, 2025

The Peterborough 48
Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Wednesday: Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & K...
Dec 10, 2025

What's good in Peterborough? New Stages Theatre reprising a holiday season favourite
A holiday season favourite is coming to Market Hall, courtesy of New Stages Theatre. Adapted by Joe Landry, It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Ra...
Dec 09, 2025


