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Kawartha Downs in Fraserville is gearing up for another season of harness racing. For decades races have been held on Saturday nights. However, this year races are shifting to Friday nights. Meaghan Roy visited the track to learn more about the season ahead

A 19-year-old man from Lindsay is dead following a crash just outside the town on May 16. Kawartha Lakes Police Service and emergency crews responded to a crash on Cheese Factory Road around 5:40 p.m. and found a vehicle on its roof. The driver was pronounced dead at the scene. The cause of the crash...

Pickleball for fun & fundraising; International curling comp in town and a throwback with the Peterborough Pete’s … throwin’ it WAAAAAY back thanks to Kawartha Time Machine.

The rising cost of living and a lack of affordable housing – two big issues Peterborough-Kawartha MPP Dave Smith has been hearing about from his constituents this year. But the local MPP says there has been some progress in other areas. Tricia Mason sat down the Smith to look back on 2023.

When businesses, municipalities and nations follow the sustainability principles the impact on economy AND the environment is measurable; so measurable, that on its own it can be an economic driver; again measurable, due to reduction of greenhouse gasses, use of natural resources and overall waste. Rhonda Keenan, CEO of Peterborough and Kawarthas Economic Development explains...

Peterborough Police Service cracking down on drug use in public spaces; demonstration held explaining curbside garbage collection changes; Kawartha Farm Fest spotlights this week’s Out and About with Caley Bedore; Skytracker weather. Teresa Kaszuba has the details.

It’s a tool that was developed following the tragic drowning of a child in the City of Kawartha Lakes last year. A life-saving app that was brought to the community to help find missing children, and last week it did just that. Tricia Mason has the story.

City of Kawartha Lakes council hears presentation from paramedics chief; personal care bank torn down in Peterborough’s west end; young athlete wins nationals in jiu-jitsu and judo; Skytracker weather. Teresa Kaszuba has the details.

The body of a 69 year-old-man from the former Emily Township was found in Pigeon Lake early Monday morning. Kawartha Lakes OPP are investigating how a fishing trip ended in a tragic drowning. Germain Ma has the details.

For the month of August, the Kawartha Art Gallery is hosting Laura Butler’s multimedia exhibit called “Sincerely, Plants”. The intention of the art is to encourage viewers to engage with, take notice of, and develop a higher appreciation of plants in their own lives. Butler joined Tricia Mason on Global News Morning Peterborough us to...

The first ever Kawartha County Fair was held at Kawartha Downs. As Germain Ma reports, organizers hope it’s a start of a new annual tradition in the community.

When it comes to tackling the issue of food insecurity, rural communities can face unique challenges. Organizations in the City of Kawartha Lakes, Haliburton County, and Hiawatha First Nation are presenting a possible solution that comes from their own backyards. Germain Ma has more.

The YES Shelter for Youth and Families’ RISE Youth Housing program supports youth with skills to transition from homelessness and living in a shelter toward living on their own and finishing school. On Monday, the program received $50,000 from the Rotary Club of Peterborough and the Rotary Club of Peterborough-Kawartha to expand the program with...

An Environmental Fair in Lindsay is set for Saturday, Aug. 12, featuring the Kawartha Electric Vehicle Society. The goal is to help point residents in the direction of fewer greenhouse gas emissions, sustainable household practices and expanded green space awareness. It looks into bees and food security, reclaiming lost bird populations, responsible waste management. The...

Two vehicle collision closed a section of The Parkway overnight; Peterborough city councillors return to council chambers after the summer break; a Kawartha Lakes raccoon rehabilitation centre prepares to close down due to lack of funding; Skytracker weather. Tricia Mason has the details.

Peterborough city councillors return to council chambers after the summer break; a Kawartha Lakes raccoon rehabilitation centre prepares to close down due to lack of funding; Peterborough Century 21 Lakers prepare to meet Brooklin Lacrosse Club after 3 wins in a row in the MSL semi-finals; Skytracker weather. Tricia Mason has the details.

100.5 Fresh Radio host Pete Dalliday joins Tricia Mason for a look at your local sports news. On the agenda today: Peterborough Century 21 Lakers prepare to host the Brooklin Lacrosse Club for the first game of the MSL playoff semi-finals tonight; Peterborough’s own Nathan To is part of Team Canada at the 8th annual...

100.5 Fresh Radio host Pete Dalliday joins Tricia Mason for this week’s local sports roundup. On the agenda today: The Peterborough Lakers gear up for a big game tonight against the Six Nations Chiefs; next week is Little Lakers Night in collaboration with Five Counties Children’s Centre; Peterborough Pickleball Association holding the Steve Mayhew Memorial...

The Monster Madness tour revved into Kawartha Downs this weekend, in the first ever monster truck show debut in the area. There was lots of excitement as sold-out crowds packed the stands. Germain Ma has the story.

The City of Kawartha Lakes is cracking down on short term rentals. The municipality has introduced a licensing program in an effort to rein in unhosted properties and bring back some peace and quiet for nearby residents. Sam Houpt has the story…