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United Way Peterborough & District CEO Jim Russell presents a cheque to Kathy Woodcock, a special education resource teacher with the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board, during a visit to Keith Wightman Public School on January 9, 2026, representing Woocock's share of the proceeds of the United Way's December 50/50 draw. (Photo: United Way)

United Way Peterborough & District now at 90% of its $1.6M community campaign goal

December 50/50 jackpot awarded to a local educator highlights how small acts of generosity are helping drive the 2025-26 campaign across the finish line.
An Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) police car with lights flashing. (Photo: OPP)

27-year-old Kawartha Lakes man killed by vehicle on Highway 7 west of Lindsay on...

Pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene after he was struck by a pickup truck east of Oakwood/
Police car lights. (Stock photo)

62-year-old Peterborough man seriously injured after being struck by vehicle in downtown core

Man has been walking in a lane of traffic on Sherbrooke Street between George and Aylmer on Thursday afternoon when he was struck.
A wintry mix of precipitation. (Stock photo)

Showers will bring strong winds across the Kawarthas on Friday

Rainfall amounts of 10-20 mm and wind gusts from 70-90 km/h expected.
Toronto indie rock quartet Noise Hotel (Eric Montpool, Christian Strong, Matt Scharfe, and Brendon Vanderpol) returns to downtown Peterborough for a show at The Pig's Ear Tavern on Saturday night, with local band allura opening. (Photo: Adel Manji)

nightlifeNOW – January 8 to 14

Featuring live music listings at pubs and restaurants in Peterborough and the greater Kawarthas region.
Peterborough Police Service headquarters on Water Street in downtown Peterborough. (Photo: Pat Trudeau)

Peterborough police officer arrested and charged with careless discharge of a firearm

When off-duty on New Year's Eve, the officer discharged a legal privately owned firearm inside their home and the bullet struck a neighbouring home.
The Humane Society of Kawartha Lakes Second Chance Thrift Store will be relocating from 111 McLaughlin Road to 230 Kent Street West in Reeds Plaza in mid-February 2026. (Photo: Google Maps)

Humane Society of Kawartha Lakes Second Chance Thrift Store relocating to downtown Lindsay

After 13 years at its McLaughlin Road location, the fundraising shop will move to Reeds Plaza in mid-February.
Owned and operated by the City of Peterborough, Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre is located on Fleming College's Sutherland Campus at 775 Brealey Drive. (Photo: City of Peterborough)

Two Peterborough lifeguards recognized for their off-duty lifesaving actions

Lifesaving Society Ontario honoured city employees Avery Fam and Tessa Kitchen with Rescue Awards of Merit for their response to a medical emergency.
Peterborough Fire Services provides emergency and support services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. (Photo: City of Peterborough)

27-year-old Peterborough man dead following early morning fire

Man died in hospital after residential fire on Wednesday in the McDonnel Street and Park Street North area.
Peterborough Petes merchandise director Mark Million, Survivors Abreast board of directors president Janice James, and Petes captain Carson Cameron during a media conference at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on January 6, 2024 where details of the 17th annual Pink in the Rink campaign were announced. (Photo: Connor Massie / Peterborough Petes)

Peterborough Petes announce 17th annual Pink in the Rink game on February 7 in...

OHL's largest ongoing fundraiser for cancer research and support will see Petes host Sudbury Wolves at the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

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