Fleming College receives blowback after cutting 29 programs
One day after announcing cuts to programming, members of the Fleming College community continue to search for answers. The college blamed the federal government after announcing 29 programs would be phased out. As Robert Lothian reports, staff and students are now fearing the impact.
Canada
11 hours
Fleming College students in Peterborough fundraise to support Easter Seals
Some Fleming College students in Peterborough, Ont., took on the fun task of coming up with a challenge to raise money for a good cause. The students in the Community Integration Through Cooperative Education program raised close to $10,000 to support Easter Seals which assists children with disabilities. Tricia Mason reports.
Apr 11
Fleming College in Peterborough holds spring open house as possible changes to enrolment loom
Fleming College held an open house on Saturday. It was a chance for prospective students to learn more about its programs and facilities. The school expects to welcome thousands of students in the fall, but the upcoming year could be different than years past. Germain Ma has the details.
Apr 20
Trent University, Fleming College in Peterborough react to Ontario post-secondary funding boost
Officials with Fleming College and Trent University in Peterborough, Ont., are welcoming a $1.3 billion funding boost for post-secondary institutions by the provincial government. As Germain Ma reports, the student community has been feeling the impact of underfunding.
Economy
Feb 26
How the new international student visa cap could impact Trent University, Fleming College in Peterborough
The federal government on Monday announced a two-year cap on the number of permits for international students coming Canada to study. The cap begins this year and continues in 2025. Germain Ma takes a look how the cap could impact international students attending Trent University and Fleming College in Peterborough, Ont.
Canada
Jan 22
Mother of Fleming student says more supports needed for international students
The federal cap on international student admissions is continuing to raise concerns. Fleming College in Peterborough, Ont., has called the move a ‘rash decision.’ But as Germain Ma reports, the mother of a Fleming student says post-secondary institutions aren’t helping to ease the struggles these students are facing.
Economy
Jan 29
Fleming College marks Remembrance Day
It’s the time of year to remember those who served and made the ultimate sacrifice. A lesson that’s becoming increasingly important to pass down to younger generations. Robert Lothian has more.
Canada
Nov 10, 2023
Fleming College hosts 39th annual Loggersports competition
Fleming College hosted the annual Canadian Intercollegiate Lumberjacking Association Loggersports competition on Saturday. The event coincided with the college’s open house. Germain Ma visited the Lindsay campus to see what the sport is all about.
Sports
Nov 4, 2023
Game Day with Pete and Dani: Nov. 2, 2023
100.5 Fresh Radio hosts Pete Dalliday and Dani Guppy give a roundup of local sports news. On the agenda today: Peterborough Petes face rivals Oshawa Generals in a two -game series starting at home tonight (Nov.2); a new book about the maroon and white; Trent University will play host to the 2023 CUFLA Baggataway Cup...
The Morning Show on CHEX
Nov 2, 2023
Fleming College, Trent University host events aimed at raising awareness, education ahead of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
In the lead up to the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Fleming College and Trent University in Peterborough are hosting events aimed at raising awareness and encouraging students to take action on reconciliation. Germain Ma has the details.
Canada
Sep 25, 2023
Global News Peterborough Update 2: Sept. 8, 2023
City of Peterborough officials seek public input on park rejuvenation and accessibility; ribbon cutting ceremony marks completion of Bethune Street reconstruction project; Fleming College unveils its new mascot – the Fleming Phoenix; Skytracker weather. Teresa Kaszuba has the details.
Environment
Sep 8, 2023
Game Day with Pete Dalliday: Sept. 7, 2023
100.5 Fresh Radio host Pete Dalliday joins Teresa Kaszuba for a local sports roundup. On the agenda today: checking in on the Peterborough Petes preseason progress; Fleming College has a new mascot; Throwback Thursday to the 80s-era Adam Scott CVI mascot and a mascot outfit Pete used to wear.
The Morning Show on CHEX
Sep 7, 2023
Global News Peterborough Update 1: Aug. 10, 2023
29-year-old driver taken to a Toronto trauma centre after a serious rollover on Highway 115; spike in Peterborough drug poisonings causing concern for public health officials; student entrepreneurs from Trent University and Fleming College participate in a “slingshot pitch competition”; Skytracker weather. Tricia Mason has the details.
Economy
Aug 10, 2023
Global News Peterborough Update 1: August 1, 2023
Peterborough second-degree murder trial continues today; checking in on housing for new and returning Trent University and Fleming College students; fundraiser gives $24,500 to Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation; Skytracker weather. Tricia Mason has the details.
Crime
Aug 1, 2023
Game Day with Pete Dalliday: July 20, 2023
100.5 Fresh Radio host Pete Dalliday joins Tricia Mason for this week’s local sports roundup. On the agenda today: The Peterborough Lakers gear up for a big game tonight against the Six Nations Chiefs; next week is Little Lakers Night in collaboration with Five Counties Children’s Centre; Peterborough Pickleball Association holding the Steve Mayhew Memorial...
The Morning Show on CHEX
Jul 20, 2023
Fleming College international student drowns in the Otonabee River in Peterborough
A 19-year-old interational student attending Fleming College in Peterborough, Ont., is dead after drowning in the Otonabee River in the city on Sunday night. Robert Lothian reports.
Canada
Jun 26, 2023
Upcoming campaign aiming to fight stigma against dementia
For people living with dementia, bias and stigma can be a problem. The local chapter of the Alzheimer Society will be teaming up with a Fleming College student to design a regional campaign, in hopes that will change. Germain Ma has more.
Health
Jun 27, 2023
Global News Peterborough Update 1: June 27, 2023
The long-discussed parkway extension resurfaces during city council last night; final approval given to Peterborough Police for the installation of twelve cameras at key intersections; Fleming College and the Alzheimer Society collaborate on a design project; Skytracker weather. Tricia Mason has the details.
Crime
Jun 27, 2023
Graduation season underway at Trent University and Fleming College in Peterborough
It’s convocation season. Thousands of post-secondary students here in Peterborough are crossing the stage into the next chapter of their lives. Robert Lothian has the story.
Economy
Jun 6, 2023
Global News Peterborough Update 4: June 6, 2023
Smokey skies and poor air quality from wildfires continue; bylaws recommended for short term rentals in the City of Kawartha Lakes; convocations held at Fleming College and Trent University; Skytracker weather. Keri Ferguson has the details.
Environment
Jun 6, 2023