Children hope to reel in prize fish at 35th annual OFAH Under the Lock Fishing Derby in Peterborough
The OFAH Under the Lock Fishing Derby returned to the Lift Lock in Peterborough. On Saturday, children lined the canal, hoping to reel in some big prizes. Germain Ma checked out the event.
Sports
Apr 27
Hospice Peterborough marks milestones in 2024
Few topics can be as tough as end-of-life care. But that has been the focus of Hospice Peterborough for the past 35 years, including the last five in its own residence. Robert Lothian has an inside look at the organization’s work, both past and present.
Canada
Mar 27
Peterborough named 13th most generous Canadian community: GoFundMe
From the clock tower downtown to all the surrounding water, there are many defining features in Peterborough—and now apparently, generosity is one of them. Crowd-funding platform, GoFundMe has placed the city in the thirteenth spot in it list of twenty most generous communities in Canada. Germain Ma has the story.
Economy
Dec 10, 2023
Game Day with Pete and Dani: Nov. 30, 2023
100.5 Fresh Radio hosts Pete Dalliday and Dani Guppy have your latest local sports news. On the agenda today: The Peterborough Petes face the Flint Firebirds tonight; Corey Perry released from Chicago Blackhawks; Runner’s Life invites ice skaters to attempt a world record on the Lift Lock canal; National Lacrosse League season begins this weekend;...
The Morning Show on CHEX
Nov 30, 2023
Peterborough city council endorses Woodglade Boulevard traffic calming work after girl dies from collision
A three-year-old girl lost her life last March after a fatal collision on Woodglade Boulevard in the west end of Peterborough, Ont. Six months later, city councillors are looking at potential traffic calming measures for the area. Sam Houpt reports…
Politics
Oct 4, 2023
Lock and Paddle event returning to Peterborough Lift Lock
On the last weekend of August, Parks Canada is bringing back the Lock & Paddle event at the Peterborough Lift Lock. It’s the first time the event has been held since 2019, and this year’s theme is “Lift Your Spirits”. Tricia Mason checked in with Karen Feeley, acting External Relations Manager for Parks Canada, to...
The Morning Show on CHEX
Aug 17, 2023
Fresh Take with Dani Guppy: Aug. 23, 2023
100.5 Fresh Radio host Dani Guppy joins Caley Bedore for your entertainment headlines. On the agenda today: Dolly Parton releases new music; Jonas Brothers dedicate a song to a fan’s daughter who passed away; Blue Beetle rakes in $25 million on opening weekend; a recap of Peterborough Folk Festival; Parks Canada hosts Lock and Paddle...
The Morning Show on CHEX
Aug 23, 2023
Global News Peterborough Update 2: Aug. 14, 2023
Two vehicle collision sends one person to hospital; Ontario Special Investigations Unit looking into Friday incident that left one man dead; Peterborough Golf and Country Club hosts second annual Gary Dalliday Memorial Caring for our Communities Golf Tournament; Skytracker weather. Tricia Mason has the details.
Traffic
Aug 14, 2023
Game Day with Pete Dalliday: Aug. 3, 2023
100.5 Fresh Radio host Pete Dalliday joins Tricia Mason for a look at your local sports news. On the agenda today: Peterborough Century 21 Lakers prepare to host the Brooklin Lacrosse Club for the first game of the MSL playoff semi-finals tonight; Peterborough’s own Nathan To is part of Team Canada at the 8th annual...
The Morning Show on CHEX
Aug 3, 2023
Collision north of Ennismore claims life of Peterborough man: OPP
A serious collision just north of Ennismore, Ont. claimed the life of the driver and led to a large power outage in the area. Emergency crews were called to Tara Road, south of Edenderry Line, just before 9:00 p.m. to find a vehicle off the road. A pole and wires had been knocked down, causing...
Traffic
Jul 27, 2023
A trip up the Peterborough Lift Lock on the Trent-Severn Waterway
In Part 2 of our trip along the Trent-Severn Waterway Caley Bedore heads up (and over) the Peterborough Lift Lock and meets two “Loopers,” traveling through the Kawarthas on their way from Florida.
Jun 30, 2023
Fishing safety, conservation reminder ahead of Peterborough’s Under the Lock Fishing Derby
3000 trout are stocked in the canal under the Peterborough Lift Lock…. and somewhere in there, the elusive Walter. With one more sleep until the 34th OFAH Under the Lock Fishing Derby, young anglers are looking forward to fishing for prizes and glory this Saturday. David Ryrie from the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters...
The Morning Show on CHEX
Apr 28, 2023
Game Day with Pete Dalliday: April 27, 2023
On this edition of Game Day, 100.5 Fresh radio host and sports announcer Pete Dalliday joins Noor Ibrahim on Global News Morning Peterborough for a weekly roundup of what’s going on in the sports world. On the agenda today: The Peterborough Petes have just one practice left before they begin the third round of the...
The Morning Show on CHEX
Apr 27, 2023
Last-minute shoppers in Peterborough scramble for Valentine’s Day
Peterborough shops were busy with last minute shoppers looking for Valentine’s Day gifts. But, as Germain Ma hears, it’s not just about the flowers and candy.
Entertainment
Feb 14, 2023
Peterborough-born career strategist breaks down women’s confidence in the workplace
How to cure the confidence crisis – that’s the name of a TEDx talk given by Jenny Ward, a certified life coach and career strategist originally from Peterborough. Her discussion focuses on women specifically… what if women aren’t lacking confidence, but instead expressing confidence differently based on societal norms? She joins Katrina Squazzin to discuss...
The Morning Show on CHEX
Jan 5, 2023
Status report on the new Canadian Canoe Museum
For years the Canadian Canoe Museum looked for the perfect location to construct a new, state-of-the-art museum along the water’s edge. And for awhile, officials with the museum thought they had found that spot, on the shores of the Trent Severn Waterway by the Peterborough Lift Lock. But that plan derailed in the fall when...
The Morning Show on CHEX
Dec 9, 2020
St. Peter Catholic Secondary School Saints football program in Peterborough looks to return to glory after year off
In 2018, the St. Peter Catholic Secondary School Saints won their first Kawartha football title since 1970. The Peterborough team repeated as champs in 2019, but then the COVID pandemic forced high school sports to be cancelled for a year. Football is now back at St. Petes, and the program is looking to pick up...
Sports
Oct 6, 2021
Rose alternatives: flowers for a spin on the traditional bouquet
If you’re looking for flowers to gift someone special this Valentine’s Day, but don’t want to opt for the traditional bouquet – Global News Morning has you covered. Owner at East City Flower Shop in Peterborough, ON., Janet McLeod, has some rose alternatives that still have that festive feel.
Feb 14, 2020
Man injured at R & J Machine in Lakefield
One person was taken to hospital following an industrial accident near Lakefield. The accident happened around 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday morning at R & J Machine on the 8th Line of Smith. According to Peterborough County OPP, the early investigation shows an I-beam fell off a cart and onto the man’s arm. The company builds...
Nov 14, 2018
Why ADHD diagnosis for adults can be so pivotal
An ADHD diagnosis can change everything for a patient as they take back control of their life. But what if that diagnosis never comes, as an older demographic sometimes flies under the radar and never gets care? April Boyce is a designated ADHD coach from Looking Glass Coaching in Peterborough. She connected with host Noor...
The Morning Show on CHEX
May 18, 2022