Bolsover community left divided as Boundary Road swing bridge officially decommissioned
The community of Bolsover has virtually been cut in half after Parks Canada’s latest decision to decommission the Boundary Road swing bridge. The move comes after construction on the bridge over the Trent-Severn Waterway had been halted for four years. Tricia Mason has the latest.
Economy
Mar 20
Peterborough region conservation authorities warning people to stay away from water
Local conservation authorities are warning people to be careful around water as the region sees precipitation and milder temperatures this week. Otonabee Conservation has issued a flood watch for local watercourses, except the Trent-Severn Waterway. Germain Ma has the details.
Environment
Jan 26
103rd navigation season on Trent-Severn Waterway locks up
The navigation season has come to an end on the Trent-Severn Waterway. Lockages officially closed to boating traffic late Monday afternoon. Germain Ma takes a look at how the season was for businesses and paddlers.
Environment
Oct 9, 2023
Historic debris delays archeological study of Trent-Severn Waterway Lock 34 in Fenelon Falls
An archeological study is underway at Lock 34 of the Trent-Severn Waterway in Fenelon Falls, Ont., as the federal government plans some infrastructure improvements in the region. Now, a recent discovery has delayed the study. Sam Houpt has the details…
Sep 26, 2023
Global News Peterborough Update 1: Oct. 6, 2023
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.
Crime
Oct 6, 2023
Canoe trip to Curve Lake First Nation allows high school students to interact with nature and Elders
Camps are arguably the epitome of summer, but not many draw people from across the world. The Rotary Club of Peterborough-Kawartha’s annual “Adventure in Understanding” canoe trip took off Sunday. Twenty paddlers from as far as Japan are travelling up the Trent-Severn Waterway to Curve Lake First Nation. Throughout the trip, high school students learn...
Environment
Aug 30, 2023
9th Canal Pursuit for Mental Health makes stop in Peterborough
The ninth annual Canal Pursuit for Mental Health arrived in Peterborough on Monday night. The relay, which began Aug. 19 in Port Severn, sees runners jog legs of the 700-kilometre trek along the Trent-Severn Waterway and Rideau Canal to finish in Ottawa. The run supports the Mood Disorders Society of Canada, a voluntary health charity...
Health
Aug 22, 2023
A trip up the Peterborough Lift Lock on the Trent-Severn Waterway
In Part 2 of our trip along the Trent-Severn Waterway Caley Bedore heads up (and over) the Peterborough Lift Lock and meets two “Loopers,” traveling through the Kawarthas on their way from Florida.
Jun 30, 2023
A trip along the Trent-Severn Waterway in Peterborough
With summer officially here and Canada Day just around the corner we’re hitting the water for a tour along the Trent-Severn Waterway, a national historic site. Caley Bedore has more on this edition of Out & About.
Jun 22, 2023
Global News Peterborough Update 2: June 29, 2023
Man charged after fleeing police and crashing his vehicle; the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers make a “mammoth” player trade; meeting “loopers” and boaters on the Trent Severn Waterway; Skytracker weather. Tricia Mason has the details.
Crime
Jun 29, 2023
Safety precautions urged as boating season arrives
With the Trent-Severn Waterway open for navigation and cottage season underway, officials are reminding people to keep safety top of mind during the boating season. Germain Ma has the details.
Environment
May 30, 2023
Trent-Severn Waterway opens up for the 103rd navigation season
The Trent-Severn Waterway is officially open for the season. And for communities along the route it means tourists are on their way. Tricia Mason reports.
Economy
May 19, 2023
Global News Peterborough Update 4: May 19, 2023
The Trent-Severn Waterway reopens for the season; the one year anniversary of a destructive wind storm; the Peterborough Petes are one win away from capturing their first OHL title in 17 years; Caley Bedore’s Skytracker weather. Keri Ferguson has the details.
Sports
May 19, 2023
Global News Peterborough Update 3: May 19, 2023
The Trent-Severn Waterway reopens for the season; the one year anniversary of a destructive wind storm; the Peterborough Petes are one win away from capturing their first OHL title in 17 years; Caley Bedore’s Skytracker weather. Keri Ferguson has the details.
Sports
May 19, 2023
Global News Peterborough Update 1: May 19, 2023
A retrospective and recovery review on the one year anniversary of the area’s “Derecho”; the Trent-Severn Waterway reopens for the season; warnings issued for fireworks safety; Skytracker weather. Teresa Kaszuba has the details.
Weather
May 19, 2023
Bobcaygeon and Bolsover residents still waiting on swing bridge repairs
Two communities along the Trent Severn waterway have been without swing bridge use for a number of years. And now residents are demanding answers from Parks Canada. Tricia Mason has the latest from Bobcaygeon and Bolsover.
Economy
May 17, 2023
Global News Peterborough Update 2: May 17, 2023
Bridge closures frustrate communities along the Trent Severn Waterway; the Peterborough Petes face the London Knights in game 4 of the OHL Final Series tonight (Wednesday); Peterborough County Council discuss the zoning of a residential addiction treatment and detox centre; Skytracker weather. Noor Ibrahim has the details.
Politics
May 17, 2023
Global News Peterborough Update 4: Jan. 20, 2023
Coyote sightings are on the rise in Peterborough; A new city staff report is painting a grim financial picture for the City of Peterborough; A flood watch has been extended for the Trent Severn Waterway; Katrina Squazzin takes a quick look at the forecast. Keri Ferguson has all the details.
Jan 20, 2023
Global News Peterborough Update 3: Jan. 20, 2023
Coyote sightings are on the rise in Peterborough; A new city staff report is painting a grim financial picture for the City of Peterborough; A flood watch has been extended for the Trent Severn Waterway; Katrina Squazzin takes a quick look at the forecast. Keri Ferguson has all the details.
Jan 20, 2023
Global News Peterborough Update 4: Jan. 12, 2023
The 63rd Peterborough Liftlock U-11 Hockey Tournament is underway; a transitional residence for women and children fleeing domestic violence will be established in Kawartha Lakes; a flood watch is issued for the Trent-Severn waterway; Caley Bedore’s Skytracker weather. Mark Giunta has the details.
Sports
Jan 12, 2023