Robert Lothian
Video Journalist
Robert Lothian joined Global News in Peterborough as a video journalist in May 2023.
Prior to Peterborough, he was with the Global News team at the bureau in Saint John, N.B.
Born and raised in Ajax, Ont., he made the move to New Brunswick in 2021.
Prior to joining Global News, Robert started his news career at 91.9 in Moncton.
He found his passion for the news industry while attending the Journalism – Broadcast program at Fanshawe College.
When he’s not on the beat, Robert can be found on the hiking trails, watching sports or trying out new food.
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Video Archives
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Peterborough business seeks change after $34,000 in equipment, merchandise stolen
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Peterborough tears down tent encampment; temporary shelter opens at Morrow Park building
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Ennismore U15 softball team slugs its way into the nationals
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Hurricane Beryl remnants hit Peterborough
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Remnants of Hurricane Beryl expected to bring ‘torrential downpours’ to Peterborough
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LCBO Strike: Liquor outlets in high demand as job action continues
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Port Hope businesses remain optimistic as construction takes a toll on sales
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Peterborough-area school bus provider loses more than 100 routes
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Fleming College ‘perplexed’ by Peterborough city council motion in first interview since 29 program cuts
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Peterborough family living at Beavermead Campground asked to leave
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New Cobourg homeless shelter expected to open in September
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Municipalities seek government aid in saving cut Fleming College programs
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Peterborough safe supply program shows promising results as overdoses remain prevalent across the region
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Peterborough Public Health plans to cover wastewater surveillance costs after province drops the program
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Peterborough city council looks for cost savings entering 2025 budget process
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As golf carts disappear off courses, owners seek better preventative measures
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Peterborough faces steep budget shortfall to fix ailing infrastructure
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West Nile virus detected in Peterborough as mosquito season begins
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Trillium Lakelands District School Board joins lawsuit against social media giants
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OPP continue to investigate toddler’s daycare death near Cobourg one year later
Author Archives
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Unhoused family relocates after eviction from paid campground in Peterborough, Ont.The Miller family spent over a month camping at Beavermead Campground in Peterborough but was issued an eviction notice. They have since moved to a campground east of the city.CanadaJun 28
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Unhoused family paying for campground site in Peterborough, Ont. ordered to leaveA family of five has been living at Beavermead Campground since May, stating they are unable to afford a rental property. However, the operator of the park is asking them to leave.CanadaJun 21
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Peterborough, Kawartha Lakes seek government aid to save Fleming College programsPeterborough city council on Monday passed a motion encouraging both the federal and provincial governments to help save 29 programs at Fleming College.EducationJun 20
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Peterborough step closer to bringing economic development, tourism in-houseThe new internal 'Economic Development Services Division' will begin on Jan. 1, 2025, and the city's tourism will be branded 'Experience Peterborough.'EconomyJun 19
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Making Peterborough facilities more energy efficient to cost millions: studyThe city's largest energy emitters are the operations centre, city hall, bus and airport terminals, the art gallery and four arenas. The cost to retrofit all nine is $56 million.EnvironmentJun 18
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Peterborough accessibility plan prioritizes employment, sidewalks, parks, transitAn extensive 52-page draft outlines areas for the city to better accommodate those with disabilities and help address existing barriers within the city.HealthJun 4
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Trillium Lakelands District School Board joins lawsuit against social media giantsAccording to a lawyer, the $2.6 billion "Schools for Social Media Change" lawsuit alleges negligence by social media giants with apps such as Instagram, TikTok, SnapChat and more.EducationMay 29
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Hells Angels promote clubhouse just outside Peterborough. Ontario police are watchingOPP and Peterborough police say they are monitoring activity at the newly labelled Hells Angels clubhouse on Lily Lake Road on the northwest outskirts of Peterborough.CrimeMay 16
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Admissions suspension at Peterborough long-term care part of systemic challenges, advocates argueAdvocacy groups Concerned Friends and the Ontario Association of Residents’ Councils weigh in on the admissions suspension issue May 2 for St. Joseph's at Fleming in Peterborough.HealthMay 9
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Peterborough employers question Fleming College move to slash 29 programsArea businesses that rely on Fleming grads say they'll feel the impact of the college's decision to cancel 29 programs due to the cap imposed on international student admissions.EconomyMay 7
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Northumberland riders tout return of Via Rail commuter train after 4-year absenceA survey of 2,800 residents showed 66 per cent used Train 651 to get to work and 96 per cent said they would use the service if it resumed. The service returns May 27.EconomyMay 2
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Faculty union blasts ‘unprecedented’ 29 program cuts at Fleming CollegeFleming College will phase out 29 programs this fall, citing funding shortfalls and the new international student cap as key reasons for the changes.EducationApr 26
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Northumberland County begins review of policing servicesThe Town of Cobourg says it has passed motions to preclude it from participating in a review of policing services throughout Northumberland County.CanadaApr 22
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Residents along Otonabee River south of Peterborough brace for possible floodingOtonabee Conservation and Lower Trent Conservation have issued flood watches for the Trent-Severn Waterway and its surrounding waterbodies and the Trent River.EnvironmentApr 17
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Peterborough County takes new approach to family doctor recruitmentThe Ontario College of Physicians released a report in late February that estimates there are more than 32,000 people without a family doctor in the Peterborough area.HealthApr 16
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One City Peterborough defends ‘discreet area’ at drop-in centre for drug useOne City Peterborough says it has an area at the Trinity Community Centre where it allows individuals to use drugs, but says overdoses have declined in the last several months.HealthApr 11
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Ontario Human Rights Commission ‘concerned’ with Cobourg emergency shelter bylawThe town's emergency care establishment bylaw requires shelters to be licenced, provide 24-7 security, regular maintenance, a 24/7 contact for issues and have insurance.PoliticsApr 10
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Food Not Bombs Peterborough to work permit-free in park with bylaw amendmentCity council has approved an amendment to a Parks and Facilities bylaw to allow staff to grant and revoke exemptions for specific activities in Confederation Square.CanadaApr 10
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Pickleball courts to proceed as part of Bonnerworth Park redevelopment in PeterboroughAfter a lengthy discussion on Monday, 16 new pickleball courts will be constructed at the McDonnel Street park, along with a specialized bike path and expanded skateboard area.CanadaApr 9
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What’s all the racket? Residents oppose pickleball courts at park in Peterborough, Ont.Citing excessive noise, residents living near Bonnerworth Park oppose redevelopment plans which include 16 pickleball courts. City council voted against delaying the project.EconomyApr 4
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Peterborough approves new action plan to recruit family doctorsAmong the features of the physician recruitment plan is continuing an existing $15,000 incentive over three years for family physicians who establish new practices in the city.PoliticsApr 3
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Northumberland County prepares for total solar eclipseNorthumberland County officials expect visitors on April 8 to pack Victoria Beach in Cobourg and the waterfront in Port Hope, Brighton, Grafton and Colborne.CanadaApr 2
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BWXT Nuclear Peterborough, Innovation Cluster aim to spur economic developmentBWXT Nuclear Energy Canada ships uranium dioxide-filled pellets to its Peterborough facility where they are assembled into CANDU fuel bundles using beryllium, a lightweight metal.EconomyMar 26
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Hockey billet parent in Ontario faces sex-related charges involving youth: reportThe Peterborough Police Service say in early February, an investigation was launched which led to the arrest of a woman last month. The Petes of the OHL aren't commenting.CrimeMar 4
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Peterborough city councillors spar over future of portfolios systemCoun. Keith Riel argued he was not consulted on proposed charges to the councillors' portfolios structure, which would drop the number of portfolio roles from 27 to 12.CanadaFeb 27