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Peterborough Dragon Boat Festival raises more than $382,000 for local cancer care
Peterborough's Dragon Boat Festival has surpassed its fundraising goal, celebrating another successful year with a $382,518.01 cheque presen...
5m ago

From Election Night to City Hall: Michael Eamon prepares to take on Peterborough's top job
The celebrations of election night are giving way to the responsibilities of city hall for Peterborough's newly elected mayor, Michael Eamon...
22m ago

Peterborough woman facing 18 charges after two shoplifting investigations
A 39-year-old Peterborough woman is facing 18 charges following two separate retail theft investigations, including 16 counts of failing to ...
2h ago

Peterborough bulk water fill station to close temporarily Wednesday morning for maintenance
Customers who use Peterborough's Bulk Water Fill Station will need to plan around a temporary closure on Wednesday morning. The City of Pete...
3h ago

Peterborough Police receive more than $535,000 in provincial funding to fight auto theft and boost community safety
Peterborough Police are receiving more than $535,000 in provincial funding to strengthen auto theft investigations and expand community crim...
8h ago

Things to do in Peterborough: public info session and spooky downtown tours
Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Wednesday and Thursday: Get into the Halloween spiri...
8h ago

Peterborough Municipal Election 2026: Full ward-by-ward council results
Peterborough's new city council is taking shape following the 2026 municipal election, with voters returning several familiar faces while al...
15h ago

Peterborough chooses Michael Eamon as mayor in decisive seven-candidate contest
Peterborough has elected its next mayor. Michael Eamon, the longtime Traill College principal, professor and historian, has won the race by ...
16h ago

Fewer than 120 votes make the difference as Peter Leahy wins in Douro-Dummer
Peter Leahy has been elected mayor of Douro-Dummer following the 2026 municipal election. Leahy received 1,290 votes, defeating incumbent He...
16h ago

City of Kawartha Lakes elects Charles McDonald as mayor; more than 27,000 votes cast
The City of Kawartha Lakes is waking up to a new mayor. Charles McDonald has been elected Mayor of the City of Kawartha Lakes with 51.5% of ...
17h ago

Matthew Graham wins mayoral race in Township of Cavan Monaghan, Gerry Byrne elected deputy mayor
Matthew Graham has won the mayoral race in the 2026 municipal election, while Gerry Byrne has secured the deputy mayor's position, according...
17h ago

Peterborough Police suspend Crime Stoppers tip line and online portal following data breach
Peterborough Police have temporarily suspended their use of the Peterborough and Northumberland Crime Stoppers tip line and online portal fo...
Oct 26, 2026

Ontario proposes changes to Blue Box recycling program to control costs and improve transparency
Ontario is looking to make changes to its Blue Box recycling system, with new proposals aimed at controlling costs for businesses while impr...
Oct 26, 2026

19-year-old charged with stunt driving after being clocked at 120 km/h on Water Street in Peterborough
A 19-year-old driver is facing stunt driving and speeding charges after police say a vehicle was caught travelling at twice the posted speed...
Oct 26, 2026

Peterborough man charged with theft and mischief after allegedly spitting inside local business
A 57-year-old Peterborough man is facing charges following a reported theft at a local business that also involved an incident of spitting. ...
Oct 26, 2026

Looking for the cheapest gas? Here's where Peterborough drivers can find the lowest prices today
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, Octobe...
Oct 26, 2026

MUNICIPAL ELECTION: Who's where and when on election night? Peterborough's mayoral candidate making plans know
Peterborough's mayoral candidates are making their election night plans known. Dr. Michael Eamon will be at Market Hall in downtown Peterbor...
Oct 26, 2026

MUNICIPAL ELECTION: Peterborough election day sees polls open at 10 a.m. at five ward-specific locations, with internet voting ongoing
Doors have been knocked upon, platforms have been pitched...all roads now lead to Monday and Peterborough's 2026 municipal election. In-pers...
Oct 26, 2026

MUNICIPAL ELECTION: More than 73,000 eligible voters as Peterborough looks to improve turnout
More than 73,000 Peterborough residents are registered to vote in the upcoming municipal election, with voter turnout once again expected to...
Oct 26, 2026

Things to do in Peterborough: voting in Peterborough and the corn maze at Leahy's
Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Monday: Peterborough residents head to the polls for...
Oct 26, 2026

It Was A 'Bountiful Day' For Kawartha Food Share and Their Annual Porch Pirates For Good Food Drive
Peterborough's Porch Pirates For Good uncovered a treasure of non-perishable food items on Saturday providing a huge boost to Kawartha Food ...
Oct 24, 2026

Petes billet mother verdict, Business Citizen of the Year lead Peterborough's top stories
As we look back on the week that was, here were our top five most read stories: 1. A former Peterborough Petes billet mother has been found ...
Oct 24, 2026

Petes Can't Muster Up Any Offence, Get Shut Out In Oshawa Friday Night
After a dramatic overtime win on Thursday night, the Petes headed to Oshawa to face the Generals in the back end of their home and home Riva...
Oct 23, 2026

FREQ 90.5 and 96.7 WOW FM's Jordan Mercier named one of Peterborough's 2026 4 Under 40 Award recipients
A familiar voice in Peterborough radio is being recognized as one of the community's rising leaders. Jordan Mercier, News Director with My B...
Oct 23, 2026

What's good in Peterborough? Market Hall-bound UK Calling bringing the high-energy sound of the 1980s back
If you moved to The Clash, The Specials or The Cure back in the 1980s, or have since found the music of that decade to your liking, you'll w...
Oct 23, 2026

Looking for the cheapest gas? Here's where Peterborough drivers can find the lowest prices today
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, Octobe...
Oct 23, 2026

Fleming College hosts first home Lacrosse Sixes tournament Sunday with free admission
Fleming College will make history on Sunday, when the Fleming Phoenix host their first-ever Lacrosse Sixes tournament at the Phoenix Sports ...
Oct 23, 2026

Four arrested after Peterborough drug raid nets fentanyl, cocaine and cash
Four people are facing multiple drug trafficking charges following a police raid at a Peterborough residence that resulted in the seizure of...
Oct 23, 2026

David Feeley of Cogeco Connexion named 2026 Business Citizen of the Year
David Feeley of Cogeco Connexion is being recognized for his contributions to the business community after being named the 2026 Business Cit...
Oct 23, 2026

Things to do in Peterborough: relieve the 80s and explore spooky scenes this weekend
Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Friday: A screening of the documentary "We Lend...
Oct 23, 2026



