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Ontario family discovers stowaway gecko in suitcase after returning from MexicoA family in Colborne, Ont., received a surprise after returning from a Mexican vacation and finding a gecko in their suitcase. The reptile is now at Canada's Dinosaur Park.CanadaFeb 3
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Nearly 200 collisions reported as winter storm paralyzes Ontario roads, grounds flightsA powerful winter storm is disrupting travel across Ontario, closing highways, grounding flights and triggering dozens of crashes as police urge drivers to stay off the roads.WeatherJan 15
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Ontario health unit urges residents to ‘avoid handling bats’ given exposure spikePeterborough Public Health unit is urging residents to "avoid handling" bats after a "noticeable" spike in bat-related exposures this summer.HealthAug 11, 2025
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Promise of healing became sexual abuse in homes linked to teen facility, girls allegeVenture Academy has faced years of sexual abuse and assault allegations over its host parents, according to court and child welfare documents, and interviews with former residents.InvestigationsAug 18, 2025
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How Canada-U.S. trade talks could shape the potential recession riskEconomists are divided on whether the current state of affairs could push Canada into a recession, but say a lot depends on the contents on Canada's trade deal with the U.S.CanadaJul 29, 2025
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Heat warning for southern Ontario, Quebec set to end tonightSouthern Ontario is facing another heat wave with temperatures near 35°C and humidex values hitting 40, prompting warnings and expanded cooling measures in Toronto.WeatherJul 6, 2025
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Canada set up a $50M vaccine injury program. Those harmed say it’s failing themA Global News investigation uncovered allegations that Canada's vaccine injury program has failed to fully deliver on its promise of 'fair and timely' access to financial support.InvestigationsJul 2, 2025
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Air quality watches, statements issued for a large portion of OntarioWith wildfire smoke looming over Ontario, Environment Canada has issued air quality watches and statements for a large portion of the province.CanadaJun 5, 2025
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Canadians on Leafs, Oilers, Jets talk Cup dreamsMorgan Rielly will bundle up and head out for a walk with his dog in the winter months.SportsMay 9, 2025
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Some Ontario mayors against communities’ financial incentives to attract doctorsBut Sault Ste. Marie Mayor Matthew Shoemaker is going even further, suggesting the federal government should outlaw the practice from "coast to coast."ÂHealthMay 8, 2025
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Liberal Party of Canada releases late-stage election platformThe Liberal platform includes a pledge to introduce legislation to remove the consumer carbon tax while also planning to re-tool the industrial carbon price.PoliticsApr 19, 2025
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Delays plague Toronto Pearson airport as crews deal with backlog from crash, stormsMore delays and cancellations to and from Toronto Pearson airport continue on Wednesday amid a backlog from the Delta plane crash and two major winter storms.CanadaFeb 19, 2025
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You still have time to enjoy Artsweek in Peterborough, Ont.'Art in unusual places is our motto and we want people to experience art that might not go to the theatre or might not go to the gallery,' said Artsweek president Bill Kimball.CanadaMay 11, 2023
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A family divided: When parents, kids disagree on COVID-19 vaccinesWhat happens when both sides of the COVID-19 vaccine debate live under one roof? Global News has the story of one Ontario family divided over vaccines.CanadaDec 10, 2021
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Jobs slow to return to small Ontario town despite national increasesNew numbers from Statistics Canada show the Canadian economy created another 40,000 full-time jobs in December, but not everyone is sharing in the boom.PoliticsJan 4, 2013
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Show Transcript – March 12Focus Ontario with Sean MallenMar 17, 2011
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Show Transcript – March 12Focus Ontario with Sean MallenMar 25, 2011
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Timeline: Canadian deaths in Afghanistan141 Canadian soldiers, one diplomat and two aid workers have been killed since the Canadian military deployed to Afghanistan in early 2002.Mar 22, 2010
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7 Peterborough-area businesses fined in COVID-19 workplace safety blitzThe four-day, multi-ministerial COVID-19 workplace safety blitz found 43% of Peterborough-area businesses were in-compliance with the Reopening Ontario Act.HealthFeb 22, 2021
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Veteran MPP Garfield Dunlop resigns so Patrick Brown can run for seatVeteran Progressive Conservative Garfield Dunlop is resigning as the MPP for Simcoe North so new party leader Patrick Brown can run for a seat in the Ontario legislature.PoliticsJul 22, 2015