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The United Way Peterborough and District is celebrating what its calling a successful 2023 Community Campaign. Launched in September 2023, the campaign raised $1.4 million or roughly eight per cent more than the 2022 campaign. At an event late Thursday afternoon at the Venue in downtown Peterborough, the United Way honoured its donors, volunteers and...

A new report from United Way Peterborough and District highlights “income inadequacy” across the region. As Germain Ma reports, researchers say more needs to be done to address a growing divide.

Three people were arrested following what police are calling a housing unit takeover in Peterborough on April 30. Police responded to Fairbairn Street at an apartment unit for a wellbeing check. However, they say a man with a gunshot wound to his leg exited the building. Police surrounded the unit when they learned there were...

Thursday was World Down Syndrome Day – aglobal awarness day that has been observed by the United Nations since 2012. To mark it in Peterborough, a group of students served potato bacon soup for lunch at Thomas A. Stewart Secondary School. Led by Ryan Crowe, the students serve lunch every Thursday at the school. The...

Housing was back at the forefront of Peterborough city council on Monday night. A motion by Mayor Jeff Leal looks to effectively pave the way for more units on residential lots. Robert Lothian explains.

Environment Canada says to expect 15 to 20 cm of snowfall followed by a risk of freezing rain on Tuesday afternoon (Jan. 9) into the night. The City of Peterborough says its public works staff will be out in full force for the storm which includes 18 plow trucks, 11 sidewalk plows, two graders, seven...

Two projects to help address homelessness in Peterborough have made significant steps. Residents are now moving into modular housing units on Wolfe Street. And a new drop-in shelter at the former Trinity United Church has also started. But local advocates say it’s still not enough. Tricia Mason reports.

The outlook of housing affordability remains bleak for stakeholders. Despite constant discussions around solutions, a new report from the United Way Peterborough and District shows little change. Robert Lothian reports.

Arrest warrant issued for Fenelon Falls homicide suspect; United Way Peterborough releases annual housing report; housing announcement made in Peterborough; Skytracker weather. Teresa Kaszuba has the details.

Ontario Liberal Party leadership candidates meet in Peterborough tonight; United Way Peterborough releases annual housing report; Peterborough Dragon Boat Festival organizers donate funds to PRHC Foundation; Skytracker weather. Teresa Kaszuba has the details.

Thousands of Canadians are struggling to keep up with the rising cost of living. Charities are also feeling the pinch as many scramble to continue helping those in need. Tricia Mason has those details…

United Way Peterborough and District launches 2023 community campaign; Update on anticipated modular bridge housing construction; heat warnings continue in the Peterborough region; Skytracker weather. Teresa Kaszuba has the details.

Service dog allegedly stolen in Lindsay; some residents at a Cobourg tent encampment moved to Peterborough motel temporarily; United Way Peterborough and District announces new community campaign cabinet; Skytracker weather. Tricia Mason has the details.

The first ‘United on the Highway’ Poker Run goes Saturday August 26th, in support of the United Way. The event begins downtown Peterborough and will take participants through Peterborough & the Kawarthas. Organizer and executive director for Peterborough DBIA, Terry Guiel, rode into Global News for more on the inaugural fundraiser.

A new report on residential construction says Peterborough needs to build 800 more units by the end of the year to meet provincial mandates; Peterborough priest charged for sexual assault and sexual interference; police officer sustains minor injuries in overnight collision; Skytracker weather. Teresa Kaszuba has the details.

Public health units in the Peterborough area are urging families to add updating vaccination records on their back to school checklists. They say routine shots have lagged across the province during the COVID-19 pandemic and that now, is the time to catch up. Germain Ma has more.

City staff report recommends modular units be used for those experiencing homelessness; marking Red Dress Day; cuts proposed for Peterborough Transit; the OHL’s Peterborough Petes look to break their series tie; Caley Bedore’s Skytracker weather. Keri Ferguson has the details.

City staff report recommends modular units be used for those experiencing homelessness; marking Red Dress Day; cuts proposed for Peterborough Transit; the OHL’s Peterborough Petes look to break their series tie; Caley Bedore’s Skytracker weather. Keri Ferguson has the details.

An official day devoted to jazz, celebrated around the world. International Jazz Day on April 30th is recognized by UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. If you know anything about the music culture in Peterborough, you know a jazz celebration is in the cards! From a mayoral declaration right to some turn-your-head...

The Kawartha Stamp Club will see its 66th annual stamp show and exhibition, KAPEX 2023, go public and in person this weekend. It’s all set for Saturday at Westdale United Church in Peterborough. Rick Stankiewicz, KAPEX publicity chair with the club, says you don’t have to be a collector to enjoy the artistry, history and...