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The Five Counties Children’s Centre celebrated its 50th anniversary on Saturday with Family 50-Fest at its Dutton Road site in Peterborough. The event celebrated five decades of providing care and services for area children with developmental, physical and communication needs.

A Peterborough man is now facing multiple charges in connection with a head-on crash south of the city this summerthat seriously injured six people. On July 7, two cars collided along County Road 28 near Bewdley. Northumberland OPP say both drivers and four passengers suffered serious to life-threatening injuries. Paramedics and ornge air ambulance service...

Joel Wiebe profiles businesses, entrepreneurs and events in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. This week: – A new location for First Five Club -Jamie Hagg has been recognized for his outstanding work in information technology – Heeling Souls K9 Training is launching group training classes for dogs – Turning Point Counselling Services have opened at 191...

This week is carbon monoxide awareness week. It’s known as the silent killer. Peterborough Fire Services wants to bring fire and CO deaths down to zero. Katrina Squazzin has more.

Peterborough firefighters responded to reports of a structure fire at a townhouse Tuesday afternoon. Emergency crews were called just after the noon hour to the property between Rubidge and Stewart Streets. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. It is unclear if anyone was home at the time. The Peterborough Fire Services Fire Prevention...

No one was injured after a fire ripped through a safe bed building used by the Canadian Mental Health Association — Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge branch in Peterborough on Saturday morning. The fire at the facility on Paddock Wood broke out around 9 a.m. Peterborough Fire Services used three pump crews and its aerial pump...

Peterborough firefighters respond to a blaze at Brock Towers on Saturday night. Crews responded around 8 a.m. and quickly extinguished a blaze in an apartment unit. One resident suffered smoke inhalation while diverting other residents to get off the floor, Peterborough Fire Services said. The cause of the fire remains under investigation and the Office...

Peterborough’s Social Service department is losing its employment services program. Twenty-five staff members received word of layoffs in January. But a city official says the number won’t be that high – they’re working toward reassigning some of those employees. Jessica Nyznik reports.

It’s an App for your smart phone, and first responders say it can save your life. Peterborough Police and Peterborough Fire Services are encouraging residents to download the “what3words” app. The technology divides the world into a three-metre grid, and helps rescue teams locate the lost using three words. Amanda Nichols, public education coordinator with...

No injuries were reported following a townhouse fire on Crawford Drive on Saturday night. Peterborough Fire Services responded around 9:30 p.m. All occupants managed to get out safely. The fire was contained to the second floor. The cause of the blaze remains under, according to platoon chief Tony Ronco.

No one was following a kitchen fire at a Romaine St. home in Peterborough on Thursday night. Peterborough Fire Services say firefighters rescued two pets from the fire which was contained to the kitchen. Stovetop combustible is being blamed as the cause of the fire.

Stay-at-home orders were issued this time last year and Peterborough Fire Services (PFS) have noticed an influx of house fires ever since. Along with sharing the leading cause of house fires in the province, PFS also give some advice on how to better protect your home from a fire. Sam Houpt has the story…

Since the pandemic began the community has been feeling the impact of COVID 19, in one way or another. The demand for mental health services in Peterborough has skyrocketed, but the local branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association has dealt with its share of setbacks within the last few months. Jack Veitch spoke with...

A Bancroft man charged in connection to bullets shot through a Canadian Tire store; the Peterborough Airport expands its services and fleet; Peterborough Public Library loans carbon dioxide monitors to residents; Caley Bedore’s 7 day Skytracker weather. Keri Ferguson has the details.

A Bancroft man charged in connection to bullets shot through a Canadian Tire store; the Peterborough Airport expands its services and fleet; Peterborough Public Library loans carbon dioxide monitors to residents; Caley Bedore’s 7 day Skytracker weather. Keri Ferguson has the details.

Understaffing and overcapacity concerns at PRHC; “Sisters In Spirit” march held in Peterborough; Kawartha Lakes Fire Service restore volunteer staffing levels; Caley Bedore’s 5 day weather forecast. Keri Ferguson has the details.

The Peterborough Fire Service opened up its doors on Saturday to a group of local officials to demonstrate a variety of rescue scenarios. It’s why firefighters say the training never stops. Germain Ma got to try out some emergency response techniques first-hand.

Peterborough Fire Services and city dignitaries gathered at Marina Boulevard for a groundbreaking for the new fire station 2. The construction is set to be completed in fall 2024. The $10M project is on the former site of the Northcrest Arena. Fire Station 2 will replace the current hall on Carnegie Ave. which opened in...

Peterborough Police Service asked to consider a hiring freeze; Kawartha Lakes paramedic recognized for her bravery; film crews working in Port Hope; Skytracker weather. Teresa Kaszuba has the details.

Has government funding helped a recovering tourism sector; Peterborough Police Service asked to consider a hiring freeze; film crews working in Port Hope; Caley Bedore’s Skytracker weather. Keri Ferguson has the details.