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Petes Extinguish The Firebirds Thursday Night to Open A Three Game Weekend
The Petes opened up a busy three game in three night weekend with a tough task ahead. The red hot Flint Firebirds arrived at the PMC on Thur...
1h ago

What's good in Peterborough? Ontario SPCA launches Holiday Adoption Drive
The Ontario SPCA is making it their mission to make holiday season dreams come true for for animals and their families through the Holiday A...
6h ago

PVNC Catholic students show strong gains in literacy and math in latest EQAO results
The Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board is reporting notable improvements in student achievem...
9h ago

Teen clocked at 122 in a 60 facing stunt driving charge
A 17-year-old driver is facing a stunt driving charge after being stopped Wednesday morning for travelling more than twice the posted speed ...
13h ago

Peterborough County Council approves 2026 budget with 5.29% levy increase
Peterborough County Council has approved the 2026 Budget, which includes a 5.29% increase in the levy. The levy covers a dedicated infrastru...
15h ago

Smoking in a vehicle with a passenger under 16 among charges during OPP's RIDE campaign
The City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid multiple impaired-driving charges in the first two we...
15h ago

Are you prepared? Renewed warnings for winter road safety
With winter weather well underway, recent snowfall has prompted officials to remind Ontario drivers to keep their vehicles and themselves pr...
16h ago

Parking restrictions ahead of Santa Claus Parade: here's what you need to know
Parking restrictions and several downtown road closures will be in place this Saturday as the city prepares for the Kinsmen Santa Claus Para...
16h ago

The Peterborough 48
Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Thursday: It's time for Banner-Marking for Activists...
17h ago

What's good in Peterborough? Jolly Old Saint Nicholas set to return to the city this weekend
The Peterborough Kinsmen Santa Claus Parade has reached an incredible milestone. The annual tradition returns to the city on Saturday for th...
Dec 03, 2025

Over 160 Peterborough students take part in disability-awareness program
Want to know more about somebody? Spend a day in their shoes. The Council for Persons with Disabilities marked the International Day of Pers...
Dec 03, 2025

Clarington councillor facing two charges after threats investigation by Peterborough Police
A Clarington councillor has been charged following a three-month investigation by the Peterborough Police Service into alleged threatening c...
Dec 03, 2025

Global comedy star Jimmy Carr coming to Peterborough
Peterborough is set for a night of sharp wit and quick-fire jokes as global comedy superstar Jimmy Carr heads to the Peterborough Memorial C...
Dec 03, 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 03, 2025

Write about home, help build one: kids' contest turning words into action
Students in Grades 4 to 6 across Canada are being asked to explore what "home" means to them through essays or poems as part of Ha...
Dec 03, 2025

Province-wide initiative sends safety surge into Peterborough homes
Peterborough Fire Services has received more than 300 new combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarms through a province-wide safety initia...
Dec 03, 2025

Police release video after attempted break-in at downtown restaurant
The Peterborough Police Service is asking for the public's help identifying a suspect after an attempted break-in at a downtown restaurant l...
Dec 03, 2025

The Peterborough 48
Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Wednesday: Recharge Solutions is hosting its "M...
Dec 03, 2025

What's Good in Peterborough? Toying with generosity - second annual Toy Tour takes over city on Saturday
A familiar holiday tradition in Peterborough is back for a second year, bringing toys and smiles to families across the city. The Oldies 96....
Dec 02, 2025

Peterborough city council backs zoning change for proposed 42-unit Maryland Avenue apartment
Peterborough city council has endorsed a zoning amendment that would allow a six-storey, 42-unit apartment building at 736 Maryland Avenue. ...
Dec 02, 2025

TELUS Cup ticket packages go on sale December 9th with early bird pricing and prize raffles
Hockey fans will soon be able to secure their seats for one of Canada's premier U18 tournaments, as ticket packages for the 2026 TELUS Cup g...
Dec 02, 2025

Ontario signs new Maryland Trade Agreement to boost life sciences, tech and clean energy
Ontario has renewed and expanded a trade agreement with the State of Maryland, aiming to deepen cooperation in life sciences, information te...
Dec 02, 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 Tuesday, Decem...
Dec 02, 2025

Lights, treats, and holiday action: Peterborough set for Tree Lightning Ceremony on Friday
Peterborough is getting ready to sparkle this holiday season as the city gears up for its third annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at Quaker Food...
Dec 02, 2025

From cruelty to care: Maggie the puppy shows power of donations
Every donation to the Peterborough Humane Society can be doubled this Giving Tuesday, allowing gifts to go twice as far in supporting animal...
Dec 02, 2025

PRHC launches online emergency department wait-time clock
Peterborough Regional Health Centre is giving patients and families a new tool to see real-time Emergency Department wait times before and d...
Dec 02, 2025

Kawartha Food Share hoping for its share of the Giving Tuesday pie in the face of increased demand
Giving Tuesday is again provides the opportunity for area residents to help any one of a number of local organizations in need through their...
Dec 02, 2025

City council votes down by-law that would have shifted DBIA funding authority
Peterborough city council has decided not to move forward with a proposed by-law that would have transferred a key financial authority from ...
Dec 02, 2025

The Peterborough 48
Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Tuesday: You're invited to a fun, Holiday Trivia Nig...
Dec 02, 2025

What's good in Peterborough? Peterborough Puzzle Porch builds community one piece at a time
We live in puzzling times, and a Peterborough woman is doing all she can to keep it that way. During the COVID pandemic, puzzle enthusiast J...
Dec 01, 2025


