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Major news in local health care today. Peterborough Public Health and the Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit have agreed to merge. Tricia Mason has the latest.

Peterborough health officials continue to urge caution on the heels of a spike in drug poisonings. Over the weekend, 14 people required EMS or were transported to the emergency department due to overdoses. Robert Lothian has the details.

A number of active measles cases in Ontario has officials on high alert. While the Peterborough area has not recorded any cases, public health units in our region are asking for vigilance ahead of March Break. Robert Lothian reports.

Peterborough and area public health units are reporting a drop in COVID-19 and respiratory syncytail virus (RSV) cases, but respiratory illnesses such as influenza are on the rise. Experts are urging residents to get the flu vaccine, and if they do get sick, stay home. Tricia Mason has the latest….

Peterborough Public Health is reporting another deadly year for drug poisonings. In 2023, overdoses in our region rose by 32 per cent. Robert Lothian spoke with those on the frontlines about how to change this trend in 2024.

A new report from Peterborough Public Health highlights the alarming rate of food insecurity in Peterborough city and county. As Germain Ma reports, it’s the highest percentage of local households ever.

Peterborough Public Health’s community risk index for COVID-19 remains at a high level and the health unit is also reporting a number of outbreaks. But as Tricia Mason reports, the data being reported isn’t painting the full picture.

Peterborough officials address city safety concerns after Wolfe Street tent encampment “stolen item recovery event”; Peterborough Public Health offering low cost rabies clinics; Peterborough Petes fall to Oshawa Generals; Skytracker weather. Caley Bedore has the details.

Peterborough city councillors expected to give final approval on several recommendations tonight; Cobourg resident faces assault charges after an altercation Monday morning; Peterborough Public Health offering low cost rabies clinics; Skytracker weather. Caley Bedore has the details.

Peterborough’s COVID-19 community risk index has been moved to high. It’s the second straight week the level has been raised. And now officials are once again reminding residents to keep up to date with their vaccines. Tricia Mason has the latest details.

Peterborough Public Health has confirmed a new COVID-19 variant in our region. The first case of the B-A2-86 variant was reported to the health unit this week. And now the community risk index has been raised to moderate. Tricia Mason has more.

Peterborough Public Health officials respond to new no-tolerance approach to open air drug use; Peterborough County OPP asking drivers to stay safe on the roads this long weekend; Trent Severn Waterway closing for the season on Thanksgiving Monday; Skytracker weather. Teresa Kaszuba has the details.

It is an early start to the flu season in Peterborough and the Kawarthas – Public Health confirming the first case in the region earlier this week. Now, officials are reminding residents to get their vaccinations up to date. Sam Houpt reports…

Peterborough Public Health moves COVID-19 risk index to high; “Saved by the Beep” initiative encourages residents to test smoke alarms; Peterborough Petes set to host season opener against Kingston Frontenacs; Skytracker weather. Teresa Kaszuba has the details.

Peterborough Public Health moves COVID-19 risk index from low to moderate; Wolfe Street overflow shelter bed program relocates to the Peterborough Public Library; construction underway on the James A. Gifford Causeway; Skytracker weather. Teresa Kaszuba has the details.

Peterborough Public Health officials are reminding parents to ensure their children are up-to-date on vaccines. Tricia Mason speaks with Donna Churipuy, Director of Health Protection and Chief Nursing Officer at the health unit.

Communities across the Peterborough region recognize International Overdose Awareness Day; Peterborough Public Health officials move the COVID-19 risk index from low to moderate; 100.5 Fresh Radio hosts Pete and Dani celebrate 5 years of Fresh Mornings; Skytracker weather. Teresa Kaszuba has the details.

Ontario government offering more money to public health units willing to merge; Elizabeth Fry Society asks residents to allow those living with homelessness to stay on their land temporarily; fundraiser successful in raising money for a dog needing heart surgery; Skytracker weather. Tricia Mason has the details.

Peterborough police are investigating a possible homicide; Peterborough Public Health extends drug poisoning alert following weekend spike in suspected poisonings; crews break ground on Havelock long-term care home; Skytracker weather. Tricia Mason has the details.

Peterborough Public Health issues a toxic drug alert; Peterborough County Council discusses floating homes; iconic Peterborough pub prepares to re-open its doors under new ownership; Skytracker weather. Tricia Mason has the details.