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The Allan Marshall pool at Trent University underwent renovations that lasted for 2 years. Construction was completed in the Fall allowing user groups to return including the Peterborough Swim Club. Meaghan Roy stopped by practice to learn more.

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.

For three days Indigenous and non-Indigenous people alike are coming together at Trent University in Peterborough, Ont., for the annual Elders Gathering. It’s a weekend filled with learning, community and connection. As Kayla Guerrette reports, the focus of the gathering is on land-based reclamation and making space to hear from younger generations.

After a nationwide search, Trent University’s Board of Governors has picked a new president and vice-chancellor. Dr. Catherine Bruce will assume the role in the summer as the second woman ever selected. Germain Ma takes a look at her vision and the challenges ahead.

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.

The Peterborough Regional Health Centre has named its atrium the Anne Keenleyside & Family Atrium following a $2-million legacy gift to the hospital foundation from Dr. Keenleyside’s estate. (PRHC video submitted) The funds will support cancer care supports and equipment at the hospital, per the longtime Trent University professor’s bequest. She died in October 2022...

As Alberta prepares for an intense wildfire season, experts warn of an early start and extreme conditions, highlighting the growing concerns about wildfire trends. Dr. Gwen O’Sullivan, lead researcher at the Environmental Forensics and Arson Lab from Mount Royal University joins Global News Morning to discuss the implications.

Those in Halifax were treated to a partial solar eclipse Monday. While it wasn’t complete totality, it still drew the attention of those at Saint Mary’s University. Zack Power reports.

The Canadian federal budget’s tabling is just around the corner, and this week, the Liberal government has been making housing announcements right across the country — pledging billions of dollars that will be included in its economic plan to tackle the country’s housing crisis. But with the cost of rent continuing to rise and concerns...

A LDI machine at the University of Alberta burn treatment unit is helping doctors assess and treat burns faster than ever. But there’s a need for a second one. Quinn Ohler explains why in Health Matters.

Artificial intelligence has made major strides over the past year – from being a tool to a source of entertainment. With more on how A.I. has evolved and what trends to expect this year, Toronto Metropolitan University professor, Angela Misri joins Antony Robart to discuss.

As the family doctor shortage worsens across the country, there’s a concerning trend exacerbating the issue. The director of the University of Alberta’s family medicine residency program says many medical students aren’t pursuing the practice. Global News at Noon Edmonton spoke with Dr. Michelle Morros about what’s behind the trend and what it could mean...

Trent University in Peterborough, Ont., held its fall open house on Friday to invite families to tour the campus. But as Germain Ma reports, as enrolment continues to grow, there are concerns about the impact of the city’s housing crisis on future students.

A University of Alberta study suggests many women in Alberta use cannabis to treat symptoms of menopause despite a lack of evidence that it is effective for symptoms. Carolyn Kury de Castillo reports.

At just 17 years old, Maysie Roberts has made a name for herself in the entrepreneurial world. The first year student at Trent University recently won first place in the Innovation Cluster’s “Pitch It!” competition earlier this month. Tricia Mason connected with her to learn more about her app concept for women’s reproductive health.

According to statics Canada, for the 4th consecutive year, the homicide rate in Canada has increased, reaching the highest level in 30 years. To get a better understanding of these concerning trends, Antony Robart speaks with Kaitlynn Mendes, an Associate Professor of Sociology at Western University.

This holiday season many online brick-and-mortar stores rely on the seasonal spending but due to rising cost of inflation, there are concerns that shoppers are cutting back on their expenses. Heather Thomson from the University of Alberta School of Business joined us on Global News Morning with a look at some of the retail trends...

Three Palestinian students attending U.S. colleges were shot on Saturday night in Burlington, Vt., and were being treated for injuries on Sunday, according to reports. The students’ former school in the West Bank, Ramallah Friends School, said in a Sunday social media post that three of its graduates had been shot near the University of...

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...

For the 2nd year in a row, Trent University is hosting the Baggataway Cup. The Excalibur won the national lacrosse title at home last year, and they’re looking to repeat as champions this year. Meaghan Roy reports.