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44-year-old Michael Waterman of Peterborough is wanted for second-degree murder in connection with the death of a 33-year-old man in downtown Peterborough on December 6, 2025. (Police-supplied photo)

44-year-old man wanted for December 6 homicide in Peterborough now also wanted for December...

Michael Waterman is considered armed and dangerous and should not be approached.
Older woman walking in a winter snow storm

Special weather statement for significant snow in southern Kawarthas region on Boxing Day

Snow expected to begin Friday afternoon with up to 10 cm possible by the evening.
Supported by local businesses and community members, the Cobourg Police Service's annual "Shop with a Cop" program pairs children and youth in need with uniformed police officers, special constables, and auxiliary members for a festive shopping trip followed by lunch and a gift-wrapping session. (Photo: Cobourg Police Service)

Cobourg police spread holiday cheer for local youth through annual ‘Shop with a Cop’...

Ten young people in need were paired with officers for a festive shopping day that fosters the spirit of giving and builds trust with police.
A wintry mix of precipitation. (Stock photo)

Hazardous travel possible in Kawarthas region Tuesday morning into afternoon

Precipitation is expected to begin as snow and mix with freezing drizzle by the afternoon before turning into light rain
A person wearing a Santa hat in front of a Christmas tree holding a smartphone displaying the 2025 holiday hours listing on kawarthaNOW's website. (Photo: kawarthaNOW)

What’s open and closed over Christmas and New Year’s 2025

Holiday hours for 287 selected businesses, organizations, and services in Peterborough, Lindsay, Cobourg, Port Hope, and across the greater Kawarthas region
The YMCA of Central East Ontario has named Linda Slavin and Lesley Kirton as the recipients of its 2025 UMCA Peace Medal. (Photos: Community Foundation of Greater Peterborough and Ontario Provincial Police)

YMCA of Central East Ontario honours Linda Slavin and Lesley Kirton with 2025 YMCA...

Peterborough-area residents recognized for decades of leadership in social justice, community building, and victim advocacy.
As of January 1, 2026, additional items that can be put in your blue box including hot and cold beverage cups, black plastic containers, toothpaste tubes, foam packaging, chip bags, and more. (Photo: Circular Materials)

More items allowed in blue boxes across the Kawarthas starting January 1

Ontario completes three-year transition to producer responsibility and expands recyclable materials province-wide.
Cars on road during winter storm with snow causing poor visibility.

Snow squall watch in effect for Kawarthas region Saturday night into Sunday

Environment Canada issues 'yellow watch' with lake-effect snow squalls bringing 5 to 15 cm.
44-year-old Michael Waterman of Peterborough is wanted for second-degree murder in connection with the death of a 33-year-old man in downtown Peterborough on December 6, 2025. (Police-supplied photo)

Peterborough police arrest two of three suspects in December homicide of 33-year-old man

Police continue to search for 44-year-old Michael Waterman, wanted for second-degree murder.
Jazz musicians Marsala Lukianchuk and Mike Graham are hosting their annual Christmas show at the Black Horse Pub in downtown Peterborough on Friday evening. (Photo: Andy Carroll)

nightlifeNOW – December 18 to 24

Featuring live music listings at pubs and restaurants in Peterborough and the greater Kawarthas region.

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