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• Peterborough, Ont. woman slams legal system for allowing her alleged abuser to be released on bail

  A Peterborough woman is calling out Ontario’s legal system after she says she fears for her life, ever since her alleged abuser was released on bail.

  Crime

  Feb 18, 2021
• Northumberland County Forest snowmobile trails closed while county, snowmobile association negotiate

  Snowmobiling is currently not permitted on trails in the Northumberland County Forest.

  Sports

  Feb 4, 2021
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• Lakefield family builds backyard ice castle

  After 13 years in the Middle East, Peterborough native Lindsay Parkinson is trying to make the most of her family's first winter back in Canada by building a DIY ice castle.

  Lifestyle

  Feb 2, 2021
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• Peterborough County OPP release 2020 Festive RIDE program numbers

  OPP officers from the Peterborough County detachment checked approximately 2,000 vehicles during the holiday season, looking for impaired drivers.

  Crime

  Jan 6, 2021
• Cobourg, Ont., police remind drivers to ‘lock it or lose it’

  Cobourg police say the hustle and bustle of the holiday season mean vehicles are often left unlocked, and valuables left in plain sight, encouraging theft.

  Crime

  Dec 16, 2020
• Cobourg man charged with possession of stolen property

  Police say a Cobourg man is facing a number of charges after an incident on Friday.

  Crime

  Dec 14, 2020
• Cobourg Police search for suspect after driver fails to remain at the scene of accident

  Cobourg Police are searching for a suspect after a driver in a black pickup truck failed to remain at the scene of an accident Sunday night.

  Crime

  Dec 14, 2020
• 2nd retail cannabis store coming to Peterborough

  A second legal cannabis retail store will be opening in Peterborough this summer. The owners tell Global News how they have had to adapt opening plans in light of COVID-19.

  News

  Jul 3, 2020
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• City of Peterborough extends splash pad hours amid heatwave

  The City of Peterborough is extending the hours of municipal splash pads and reminding of coronavirus protocols during the extreme heat.

  News

  Jul 3, 2020
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• Ontario retired nurse celebrates $150,000 lottery win

  A retired nurse from Bailieboro, Ont., says she'll enjoy her retirement much more having won $150,000.00.

  News

  Jul 3, 2020
• Coronavirus: Showplace announces closure for the remainder of 2020

  Showplace Performance Centre in downtown Peterborough will remain closed for the remainder of 2020.

  News

  Jul 3, 2020
• Northumberland OPP investigating emergency scam

  Northumberland OPP are investigating an emergency scam, after a victim lost $15,000.00 in a phone call claiming her son had been involved in a crash.

  Crime

  Jul 3, 2020
• Coronavirus: Drive-thru testing at Kinsmen Civic Centre extended another 2 weeks in Peterborough

  The Kinsmen Civic Centre in Peterborough is extending drive-thru COVID-19 testing for another two weeks.

  News

  Jul 3, 2020
• Heat warning issued for Peterborough, City of Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland County

  Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for much of Southern Ontario, as temperatures soar into the weekend.

  News

  Jul 3, 2020
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• Peterborough Museum and Archives set to reopen in July

  After a long break due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Peterborough Museum and Archives will open its doors to the public on July 6.

  Canada

  Jun 30, 2020
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• Peterborough Fire Services urges residents to avoid using fireworks this Canada Day

  Peterborough Fire Services is asking residents to avoid using fireworks this Canada Day to minimize the risk of fires and burn injuries.

  Canada

  Jun 30, 2020
• Peterborough power-assisted bicycle rider charged with impaired operation of a vehicle

  A Peterborough man was arrested for driving a motorized bicycle while under the influence.

  Crime

  Jun 30, 2020
• Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre launches 24-hour crisis support text line

  The Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre has now launched Ontario's first 24-hour, seven-day-a-week crisis support text line for survivors of sexual and gender-based violence.

  Canada

  Jun 30, 2020
• Canadian farmers face obstacle course of challenges with trade deals, climate change

  Whether it's climate change, land expense, trade or tariffs, Canadian farmers will have to continue to look for new ways to stay afloat.

  Economy

  Nov 8, 2018
• New technologies creating new jobs and opportunities in agricultural industry

  Farmers are embracing new technologies such as drones.

  Canada

  Nov 2, 2018
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• Canadian farmers lead the pack in innovation and creative land use

  Canadian farmers are encourage to stay up to date with the latest technology and innovative land uses to remain competitive on a global market.

  Economy

  Nov 2, 2018
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• Does back to school shopping have to mean big spending?

  The back to school shopping season is now underway, and store shelves are busting with all the "must have" items. However, there are ways to save money during this expensive season.

  Consumer

  Aug 17, 2018
• Black’s Distillery in Peterborough keeps focus on local products, from grain to glass

  The new Black's Distillery has opened on Hunter Street East in Peterborough.

  Consumer

  May 23, 2018
• Ontario Turtle Conservation Centre prepares for nesting season

  The Ontario Turtle Conservation Centre says it is seeing more injured turtles in 2018 than it did last year.

  Environment

  May 17, 2018
• Peterborough Downtown Farmers’ Market moves back to Charlotte Street

  Due to construction on the Louis Street parking lot, the Peterborough Downtown Farmers' Market has been moved back to Charlotte Street, every Wednesday until October, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

  Economy

  May 2, 2018