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Bruce Head is kawarthaNOW.com's managing editor, chief technical officer, and a contributing writer. If he has any spare time, he enjoys songwriting, playing acoustic guitar, and taking photos of Cait the border collie.
‘A Christmas miracle’: Fundraiser reaches goal for Peterborough neighbourhood group facing $22,500 legal settlement
Donors raise $15,000 in just three days to support Northcrest Neighbours for Fair Process and chair Sarah McNeilly over failed strong mayor powers challenge.
Peterborough newsmaker of 2025: Mayor Jeff Leal
From his use of strong mayor powers to controversial behaviour, Leal was front-and-centre in local news over the past year.
Neighbourhood association launches fundraiser to cover $22,500 settlement payment to City of Peterborough and...
Lawyer for Northcrest Neighbours for Fair Process has forgiven his legal fees after group forced to withdraw its challenge of strong mayor powers.
Federal government confirms Ottawa-Montreal segment as starting point for Alto high-speed rail network
Construction on first phase of Toronto–Québec City rail corridor expected to begin in 2029, with expansion to other locations including Peterborough to come.
‘We’re devastated’: neighbourhood group abandons legal case against City of Peterborough after court demands...
Northcrest Neighbours for Fair Process had challenged Mayor Jeff Leal's use of strong mayor powers to expedite Brock Mission supportive housing project.
Peterborough city council endorses mayor’s 2026 budget with 6.56% rate hike despite split over...
Lachica, Bierk, and Riel oppose the budget over a 9.22% police operating increase and major capital costs as council accelerates adoption under strong mayor rules.
Clarington councillor charged after Peterborough police investigation into alleged voicemail threats
Corinna Traill is accused of August threats against mayoral candidate Tom Dingwall, a retired Durham Region police officer, and his wife.
Downtown Peterborough lights up with festive celebrations this weekend
Tree lighting, holiday markets and concerts, and the Santa Claus Parade headline a packed December 5–7 lineup across the city's core.
After fierce pushback, Peterborough city council rejects by-law to assume control of DBIA funds
The DBIA and downtown businesses warned the proposed by-law threatened trust, autonomy, and the 2017 settlement agreement before councillors voted 11-0 to reject it
Peterborough DBIA responds with ‘strong warning’ as city council considers by-law to reclaim annual...
Executive director and board chair say proposed move threatens downtown stability and economic recovery, breaks trust, and could trigger further action.
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