Minor injuries after tractor trailer and pick-up collide on Hwy. 401 near Brighton
Kawartha Lakes police officer injured in collision at RIDE program
OPSEU files bad-faith bargaining complaint over wage freezes at Peterborough Regional Health Centre
Peterborough Petes fall to top-ranked Ottawa 67’s
Peterborough police retract assault charge
2 arrested after Peterborough police seize purple heroin, cocaine
LIVE BLOG: MPs to debate how Canada should approach fighting fentanyl, opioid crises
The discussion comes in the wake of a series of Global News investigations that laid bare how local and international criminal groups are making a killing from the fentanyl trade. Continue reading
Brampton man accused of biting Port Hope bartender’s chin
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
Police say tavern staff would not serve the accused alcohol. Continue reading
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Patients should decide when to get mammograms: Canadian health experts
By Heather Yourex-West Health Reporter
New guidelines from the Canadian task force on preventive health are empowering women to take charge of their health when it comes to breast cancer screening. Continue reading
Volunteers of Salvation Army hamper program brightens Christmas in Peterborough
By Steve Guthrie Videographer
Volunteer elves spent the day unpacking and sorting toys for the Salvation Army Christmas Hamper program. Continue reading
Victims of negligent lawyers in Ontario falling through the mandatory compensation cracks
Despite judicial criticism of the situation dating back decades, justice has often proven elusive when disbarred lawyers have no assets or hide any they do have, leaving clients high and dry. Continue reading
Accused Russian spy Maria Butina appears to reach plea deal with U.S. prosecutors
Prosecutors said Butina gathered intelligence on American officials and political organizations and worked to develop relationships with American politicians through her contacts with the NRA. Continue reading
Equalization payments prompt criticism as Ontario becomes ‘have’ province
For the first time since the 2008 recession put Ontario on the have-not province list, Ontario is not provinces receiving money. Continue reading
Canadian physicist Donna Strickland collects her Nobel prize
Donna Strickland, a professor at the University of Waterloo, is one of three winners of this year’s Nobel Prize for Physics. Continue reading
As oil price struggle continues, Alberta finance minister calls for changes to equalization program
Alberta Finance Minister Joe Ceci said the federal equalization program needs fixing because the way it is not doesn’t work for Albertans. Continue reading
Ontario’s fiscal watchdog says provincial deficit to rise to $12.3B this fiscal year
In his fall economic and budget outlook, Weltman says that without further policy changes, the deficit is expected to exceed $16 billion by 2022-23. Continue reading
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Critics say new legislation could open Ontario Greenbelt to development
Critics say omnibus legislation aimed at cutting red tape for businesses contains clauses that could let municipalities override rules that protect the Greenbelt. Continue reading
7 ways to reduce waste this holiday season
Save gift wrap, bows and ribbons — you really don’t need to buy something new every year. Continue reading
How to avoid some Christmas card faux pas
By Kim Smith Reporter
While we know it’s the thought that counts, here are some tips to make the most of your good wishes and avoid those Christmas faux pas. Continue reading
Police end ‘serious incident’ safely after barricade standoff in Belleville
Police said a man had barricaded himself in a house on Albion Way. Continue reading
5 reasons why Democrats are wary of trying to impeach Donald Trump
For several reasons, Democrats have been extremely cautious about the “I″ word. Continue reading
Alleged impaired driver offers police hamburger instead of driver’s licence
By Kristen Robinson Reporter / Producer
A tweet posted by Cst. Cody Lapierre of the Vic PD Traffic Unit stated that “one impaired tried to give his hamburger to our member instead of (his) drivers licence. He was so impaired he could not provide a sample.” Continue reading
Aurora Cannabis to acquire Mexican company following partnership deal
Aurora Cannabis says Farmacias plans to use imported THC and CBD concentrates to produce various cannabis oil products for the medical market. Continue reading
Michael Rafferty, co-killer in Tori Stafford murder, moved from maximum to medium security facility
The father of Tori Stafford, who was murdered by Michael Rafferty and Terri-Lynne McClintic in 2009, says Rafferty has been moved out of maximum-security prison. Continue reading
Britain PM Theresa May delays crucial vote on Brexit deal
Prime Minister Theresa May abruptly postponed a parliamentary vote on her Brexit deal on Monday, throwing Britain’s plan to leave the European Union into chaos after admitting that she faced a rout. Continue reading
Court documents reveal details of Huawei CFO’s Vancouver connection, legal defence
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Meng Wanzhou’s bail hearing in Vancouver is set to resume on Monday. Continue reading
LIVE BLOG: MPs to debate how Canada should approach fighting fentanyl, opioid crises
The discussion comes in the wake of a series of Global News investigations that laid bare how local and international criminal groups are making a killing from the fentanyl trade. Continue reading
Brampton man accused of biting Port Hope bartender’s chin
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
Police say tavern staff would not serve the accused alcohol. Continue reading
Volunteers of Salvation Army hamper program brightens Christmas in Peterborough
By Steve Guthrie Videographer
Volunteer elves spent the day unpacking and sorting toys for the Salvation Army Christmas Hamper program. Continue reading
Victims of negligent lawyers in Ontario falling through the mandatory compensation cracks
Despite judicial criticism of the situation dating back decades, justice has often proven elusive when disbarred lawyers have no assets or hide any they do have, leaving clients high and dry. Continue reading
OPSEU files bad-faith bargaining complaint over wage freezes at Peterborough Regional Health Centre
By Mark Giunta Videographer, Backup News & Sports Anchor
OPSEU will hold a rally against the wage freeze on Tuesday in-front of the hospital. Continue reading
Equalization payments prompt criticism as Ontario becomes ‘have’ province
For the first time since the 2008 recession put Ontario on the have-not province list, Ontario is not provinces receiving money. Continue reading
Canadian physicist Donna Strickland collects her Nobel prize
Donna Strickland, a professor at the University of Waterloo, is one of three winners of this year’s Nobel Prize for Physics. Continue reading
Man found outside without vital signs in Otonabee-South Monaghan
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
Police attended a public works yard near Bailieboro. Continue reading
Kawartha Lakes police officer injured in collision at RIDE program
By Mark Giunta Videographer, Backup News & Sports Anchor
KLPS Sgt. Dave Murtha was not seriously injured after he was struck at a RIDE detail in the City of Kawartha Lakes on Friday night. Continue reading
Peterborough Petes fall to top-ranked Ottawa 67’s
The Petes fall to 17-13-0-0. Continue reading
Peterborough police retract assault charge
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
Police say the victim was struck in the face. Continue reading
Minor injuries after tractor trailer and pick-up collide on Hwy. 401 near Brighton
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
OPP say a tractor trailer crossed the centre median. Continue reading
Ontario’s fiscal watchdog says provincial deficit to rise to $12.3B this fiscal year
In his fall economic and budget outlook, Weltman says that without further policy changes, the deficit is expected to exceed $16 billion by 2022-23. Continue reading
Critics say new legislation could open Ontario Greenbelt to development
Critics say omnibus legislation aimed at cutting red tape for businesses contains clauses that could let municipalities override rules that protect the Greenbelt. Continue reading
How to avoid some Christmas card faux pas
By Kim Smith Reporter
While we know it’s the thought that counts, here are some tips to make the most of your good wishes and avoid those Christmas faux pas. Continue reading
Police end ‘serious incident’ safely after barricade standoff in Belleville
Police said a man had barricaded himself in a house on Albion Way. Continue reading
2 drivers charged with excessive speeding on Hwy. 401 in Northumberland County
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
OPP say in both incidents, the vehicles were travelling around 160 km/h. Continue reading
Ottawa mother left with questions after Uber drives away with three-year-old son
For an Ottawa mother, what was supposed to be a trip to a Christmas party turned into panic as her Uber drove away with her son in the back seat. Continue reading
This Is Why: Looking back on Global News investigative reports in 2018
By Niki Reitmayer Contributor
Carolyn Jarvis, chief investigative correspondent for Global News, shared some of her investigative highlights in the latest episode of This Is Why. Continue reading
UPDATE: Peterborough police locate 13-year-old boy
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
Sean Vanschalkwyk was last on Dec. 7 in the area of Hilliard Street. Continue reading
Teen charged with impaired driving after fleeing crash in Lindsay: police
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
A witness said a truck crashed into a lamp post on Logie Street. Continue reading
Auditor general’s report slams Ontario elevator companies, safety authority
While deaths and injuries from elevator mishaps are relatively rare, they are occurring more frequently. Continue reading
Ford government defends changes to child care rules under new bill
Critics say they’re concerned that changing the ratios could put younger children who need greater levels of supervision at risk. Continue reading
Apsley woman spins her way to $400,000 prize
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
Karen Scott made her spin at the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto. Continue reading
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‘I’d rather die than move’: Ontario senior couple say they felt pressured to sell family home
By Caryn Lieberman Reporter
An elderly couple’s family claims they were pressured to sell their home in a highly sought after Woodbridge neighbourhood by a real estate agent with Royal LePage. The man signed a contract to sell, but his daughter insists he wasn’t competent to make that decision. Continue reading
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