OLG makes second-quarter payment to Township of Cavan Monaghan
Oshawa Generals snap Peterborough Petes’ winning streak
Peterborough municipal election
Mayoral candidate questions accuracy of Peterborough election poll
Northumberland Hills Hospital celebrates 15th anniversary
GoFundMe launched for Trenton military service dog’s surgery
Morris Cox named Business Citizen of the Year at Peterborough Business Excellence Awards
Defence opens case at Thomas Chan murder trial outlining his long history of concussions
Cannabis advocate calls legalization day ‘a stepping stone’
Food for thought: the growing vegan and vegetarian industries
By Caley Bedore Weather Specialist, CHEX News at 6 & 11
‘The vegan and vegetarian market has exploded. The demand is there.’ Continue reading
ANALYSIS: ‘Pushgate’ pushes Queen’s Park into toddler territory
By Alan Carter Anchor
Donna Skelly says Andrea Horwath pushed her, but Horwath says it was a tap. It’s the latest incident in an increasingly partisan and nasty Ontario legislature. Continue reading
Migrant caravan of thousands break through Guatemalan border fence en route to U.S.
Central Americans traveling in a mass caravan broke through a Guatemalan border fence and streamed by the thousands toward Mexican territory Friday. Continue reading
Swoop cancels dozens of flights to U.S., leaving passengers scrambling
The airline’s first flight to the States was supposed to start taking off this week, but were cancelled at the last minute as Swoop awaits “one final regulatory approval required to operate to the U.S.” Continue reading
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B.C. man accused of swimming naked in Toronto aquarium shark tank granted bail
David Weaver of Nelson, B.C., has been charged with assault causing bodily harm, mischief under $5,000 and mischief interfering with property. Continue reading
As Saudi prince’s ‘revolutionary’ persona unravels, King Salman does damage control
The disappearance of journalist Jamal Khashoggi is tarnishing the carefully-crafted persona of Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Continue reading
Observers say endorsements in municipal elections can be a double-edged sword
Municipal elections project their professed neutrality with an array of bright and variably hewed campaign signs meant to signal the fact that local races do not fall along the same political party lines as provincial or federal contests. Continue reading
Guelph, Ont. man pleads guilty to ‘brutal murder’ of his wife
Details of the murder of Seble “Mimi” Dietrich were presented on Thursday after Dietrich pleaded guilty to second-degree murder. Continue reading
Certain books continue to cause an uproar in Canadian education — here’s why
Books have been challenged for profanity, blasphemy, and portrayals of witchcraft. Continue reading
Government memo indicates major restructuring plan for Ontario Ministry of Health
By Travis Dhanraj Queen’s Park Bureau Chief
It is unclear from the memo if any government staff have been let go as a result of the changes. Continue reading
Murray shuts the door, Malkin scores 2 as Penguins blank high-flying Leafs
Evgeni Malkin scored early for Pittsburgh before he and Kris Letang added one each into an empty net. Continue reading
‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ cast members reveal how they transformed into Queen
Queen’s lead guitarist, Brian May, even admitted he thought that it was him in the movie when watching edits. Continue reading
Buddy Bench presented to Peterborough public school
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
A new ‘buddy’ bench was presented to Roger Neilson Public School. Continue reading
Ontario government says pot deliveries will continue in case of Canada Post strike
Finance Minister Vic Fedeli insisted the province would be able to fill orders made through its cannabis website if the Canadian Union of Postal Workers proceeds with rotating strikes starting Monday. Continue reading
10-year-old who rocked onstage with Foo Fighters launches fundraiser for ailing friend
10-year old Metallica rocker Collier Cash Rule used his 15 minutes of fame to help out one of his best friends. Continue reading
Marijuana use linked to increase risk of strokes: study
New research is being presented at a conference in Montreal today linking recreational cannabis use with an increased risk of stroke. Continue reading
Mom chases down teen son after he steals her BMW, spanks him with belt on side of road
A joyriding 13-year-old Texas boy was left with a bruised ego after his mother chased him down and spanked him with a belt on the side of a road after the kid stole his mom’s brand new BMW. Continue reading
Is it time to get rid of Canada Post?
Canadian postal workers are preparing to strike, but will Canadians notice? What it might mean if they don’t. Continue reading
How much weed was sold on Canada’s legalization day, province-by-province
A breakdown of cannabis sales on the first day of legalization across Canada. Continue reading
Steinbach family nearly decapitated after slamming into a moose
Sheldon Falk and his family were nearly decapitated after an encounter with a moose on the highway. Continue reading
Food for thought: the growing vegan and vegetarian industries
By Caley Bedore Weather Specialist, CHEX News at 6 & 11
‘The vegan and vegetarian market has exploded. The demand is there.’ Continue reading
ANALYSIS: ‘Pushgate’ pushes Queen’s Park into toddler territory
By Alan Carter Anchor
Donna Skelly says Andrea Horwath pushed her, but Horwath says it was a tap. It’s the latest incident in an increasingly partisan and nasty Ontario legislature. Continue reading
OLG makes second-quarter payment to Township of Cavan Monaghan
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
The township has received more than $1.5 million this fiscal year. Continue reading
Peterborough-area residents encouraged to cut water consumption by 10%
By Mark Giunta Videographer, Backup News & Sports Anchor
Otonabee Conservation has a Level 1 low water condition in-effect for the Otonabee Region Watershed until further notice. Continue reading
Swoop cancels dozens of flights to U.S., leaving passengers scrambling
The airline’s first flight to the States was supposed to start taking off this week, but were cancelled at the last minute as Swoop awaits “one final regulatory approval required to operate to the U.S.” Continue reading
B.C. man accused of swimming naked in Toronto aquarium shark tank granted bail
David Weaver of Nelson, B.C., has been charged with assault causing bodily harm, mischief under $5,000 and mischief interfering with property. Continue reading
Observers say endorsements in municipal elections can be a double-edged sword
Municipal elections project their professed neutrality with an array of bright and variably hewed campaign signs meant to signal the fact that local races do not fall along the same political party lines as provincial or federal contests. Continue reading
Oshawa Generals snap Peterborough Petes’ winning streak
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
The Peterborough Petes dropped a 4-1 decision to the visiting Oshawa Generals. Continue reading
Guelph, Ont. man pleads guilty to ‘brutal murder’ of his wife
Details of the murder of Seble “Mimi” Dietrich were presented on Thursday after Dietrich pleaded guilty to second-degree murder. Continue reading
Government memo indicates major restructuring plan for Ontario Ministry of Health
By Travis Dhanraj Queen’s Park Bureau Chief
It is unclear from the memo if any government staff have been let go as a result of the changes. Continue reading
Murray shuts the door, Malkin scores 2 as Penguins blank high-flying Leafs
Evgeni Malkin scored early for Pittsburgh before he and Kris Letang added one each into an empty net. Continue reading
Mayoral candidate questions accuracy of Peterborough election poll
By Jesse Thomas Videographer
A new poll is showing Peterborough mayoral candidate Diane Therrien with a commanding lead but incumbent mayor Daryl Bennett doubts the poll’s reliability. Continue reading
Buddy Bench presented to Peterborough public school
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
A new ‘buddy’ bench was presented to Roger Neilson Public School. Continue reading
Northumberland Hills Hospital celebrates 15th anniversary
By Mark Giunta Videographer, Backup News & Sports Anchor
Northumberland Hills Hospital opened its doors on Oct. 22, 2003. Continue reading
Ontario government says pot deliveries will continue in case of Canada Post strike
Finance Minister Vic Fedeli insisted the province would be able to fill orders made through its cannabis website if the Canadian Union of Postal Workers proceeds with rotating strikes starting Monday. Continue reading
Premier Ford’s adviser appointed to Washington trade post
Ian Todd will take on the post in Washington, D.C. on Monday. Continue reading
Teen charged with sexual assault at Peterborough high school
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
The alleged sexual assault happened in a Peterborough high school stairwell. Continue reading
Missing senior from Courtice located
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
The man has a cottage in the Omemee area. Continue reading
Around The OHL Recap: Under-17 Rosters and the OHL’s Stance on Cannabis
Jake and Mike talk about the importance of World Under-17 Hockey Challenge tournament and the OHL’s policy on cannabis and drugs. And of course, another round of High Five. Continue reading
DeRozan scores 28 points, leads Spurs past Wolves 112-108
Former Toronto Raptor DeMar DeRozan had a highly successful debut with his new team pouring in 28 points and leading the Spurs to a 112-108 win over the T-wolves. Continue reading
Cannabis advocate calls legalization day ‘a stepping stone’
By Mark Giunta Videographer, Backup News & Sports Anchor
“I don’t really consider it legalization to be honest with you,” said Wayne Matheson, the owner of CannaDaze head shop in Campbellford. Continue reading
From ‘Jurassic Park’ to Blue Whales, meet the Canadian who assembles priceless fossils for the world’s museums
Canadian sculptor Peter May is the “go to” expert the world’s museums use to bring dinosaurs and large mammals back to life. Continue reading
New Canadian pregnancy guideline shows exercise cuts odds of major complications by 40%
By Kim Smith Reporter
Women who exercise during pregnancy can expect a 40 per cent reduction in the chance of developing a major pregnancy complication such as pre-eclampsia, gestational hypertension or gestational diabetes. Continue reading
Morris Cox named Business Citizen of the Year at Peterborough Business Excellence Awards
The 15th annual awards ceremony in Peterborough recognized more than 50 area businesses and individuals. Continue reading
Cable internet service restored after customers reported outages across Ontario
“All services are back up and running now, and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience.” Continue reading
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