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City moves forward on partial demolition plans for historic GE site

The City of Peterborough has received notice of intent to demolish a large portion of the former General Electric factory complex at 107 Park Street North, a property long tied to the city’s industrial heritage. GEPR Energy Canada Inc., a subsidiary of GE Vernova, submitted the notice on September 8, signalling plans to remove nearly 84,500 square metres—about 910,000 square feet—of industrial space. Under the Ontario Heritage Act, Council has u…See the Story

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Trent University - University Names the Honourable Tom Mulcair, PC 2025-26 Ashley Fellow

The Honourable Tom Mulcair PC, a prominent voice in Canadian public life and former leader of the New Democratic Party, has been named Trent University's 46th Ashley Fellow, a prestigious annual. . .See the Story

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Peterborough Police thank community and partners for safe Head of the Trent weekend

Peterborough Police are extending their thanks to community partners and residents following a safe and successful Head of the Trent weekend. Police say that while call volumes were higher than usual, there were no major incidents reported during the annual regatta and homecoming celebrations. In a statement, the service thanked Trent University, Peterborough Fire Services, Peterborough Paramedics, City of Peterborough Emergency Management, Tran…See the Story

Peterborough tap water meets all safety standards in 2024

Residents can continue to turn on the tap with confidence. The 2024 Peterborough Drinking Water System annual report shows the city’s water fully met provincial safety and quality standards. While the report notes one brief incident last November, when a low chlorine residual was detected on Duffus Street during routine hydrant maintenance, it was quickly corrected and posed no health risk. Some residents may have noticed unusual tastes or odour…Peterborough, Ontario · Peterborough Read Article

Stolen goods recovered, drugs found and questions remain

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City moves forward on partial demolition plans for historic GE site

Canada Post labour disruption may affect United Way’s direct mail appeal

The ongoing Canada Post labour disruption could pose a potentially huge challenge for the recently-launched 2025-25 United Way campaign. That’s the word from United Way CEO Jim Russell, who says the attainment of the campaign goal is traditionally reliant on the response to the direct mail appeal by past and potential donors. While no one knows how long the labour disruption will last, Russell says the United Way is forging ahead, considering wo…Canada Post · Peterborough Read Article

Peterborough Community Health Centre officially opens its Peterborough Square location

The Peterborough Community Health Centre officially opens today (October 7) at its Peterborough Square location near the Simcoe Street mall entrance. From 1:15 to 6:30 p.m., the community is invited to check out the new facility where staff are focused on the provision of care for those without a primary care provided. That includes those who have traditionally faced barriers to primary care, such as those experiencing homelessness, Indigenous p…Peterborough, Ontario · Peterborough Read Article

Trent University - University Names the Honourable Tom Mulcair, PC 2025-26 Ashley Fellow

Another record-breaking year for Peterborough's Dragon Boat Festival

The 24th installment of Peterborough’s Dragon Boat Festival was nothing short of extraordinary – once again breaking their own donation record and inspiring waves of support for cancer care at Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC). On October 6, the PRHC Foundation welcomed members of the Festival Planning Committee, the Survivors Abreast Dragon Boat Team, Platinum Sponsor Kawartha Credit Union, paddlers, volunteers and supporters to celebr…Peterborough, Ontario · Peterborough Read Article

What’s good in Peterborough? The Norwood Fall Fair remains a Thanksgiving weekend tradition for thousands

With the theme ‘From Seed to Table,’ the annual Norwood Fall Fair returns on the Thanksgiving long weekend, October 11th to 13th. First held in 1868, the village later rented the field now known as the fairgrounds to the agricultural society for $15. Attending the fair has since remained an annual tradition for thousands over the years, its offering of farm animal exhibits, crafts, antique tractors and cars, live music and midway rides still res…Peterborough, Ontario · Peterborough Read Article

Man accused in fatal 2023 shooting at Peterborough encampment pleads guilty to second-degree murder

A Peterborough man charged in the shooting death of Sarah King, 36, at a homeless encampment has pleaded guilty to second-degree murder.Peterborough, Ontario · Peterborough Read Article

Police warn of phone scam after Havelock resident defrauded by fake Equifax caller

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City moves forward on partial demolition plans for historic GE site

Trent University - University Names the Honourable Tom Mulcair, PC 2025-26 Ashley Fellow

Peterborough Police thank community and partners for safe Head of the Trent weekend

Peterborough tap water meets all safety standards in 2024

Stolen goods recovered, drugs found and questions remain

City moves forward on partial demolition plans for historic GE site

Canada Post labour disruption may affect United Way’s direct mail appeal

Peterborough Community Health Centre officially opens its Peterborough Square location

Trent University - University Names the Honourable Tom Mulcair, PC 2025-26 Ashley Fellow

Another record-breaking year for Peterborough's Dragon Boat Festival

What’s good in Peterborough? The Norwood Fall Fair remains a Thanksgiving weekend tradition for thousands

Man accused in fatal 2023 shooting at Peterborough encampment pleads guilty to second-degree murder

Police warn of phone scam after Havelock resident defrauded by fake Equifax caller

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Peterborough tap water meets all safety standards in 2024

Stolen goods recovered, drugs found and questions remain

City moves forward on partial demolition plans for historic GE site

Canada Post labour disruption may affect United Way’s direct mail appeal

Peterborough Community Health Centre officially opens its Peterborough Square location

Trent University - University Names the Honourable Tom Mulcair, PC 2025-26 Ashley Fellow

Another record-breaking year for Peterborough's Dragon Boat Festival

What’s good in Peterborough? The Norwood Fall Fair remains a Thanksgiving weekend tradition for thousands

Man accused in fatal 2023 shooting at Peterborough encampment pleads guilty to second-degree murder

Police warn of phone scam after Havelock resident defrauded by fake Equifax caller