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Freezing rain on tree branch

Freezing rain prompts significant weather event declarations across Kawarthas region

Up to 20 mm of ice accretion Sunday and strong wind gusts on Monday creating hazardous road conditions with utility outages possible.
Freezing rain and snow at night

Freezing rain and rainfall warnings now in effect for Kawarthas region Sunday afternoon into...

Ice accretion amounts of 5-15 mm expected in the south, with 15-20 mm expected in the north
A car covered in ice from freezing rain. (Stock photo)

Long-lasting period of freezing rain expected for Kawarthas region starting Sunday afternoon or evening

5-10 mm of ice accretion is possible for most of the region by Monday morning.
The City of Peterborough's public work crews deploy 18 plow trucks, 11 sidewalk plows, two graders, seven loaders and backhoes, and four light sanding units with winter abrasives and de-icers to clear and treat 1,028 kilometres of roads, 412 kilometres of sidewalks, 44 kilometres of trails, 29 municipal parking lots, and 650 bus stops. (Photo: City of Peterborough)

City of Peterborough declares ‘significant weather event’ after Boxing Day snowfall

The declaration under the Municipal Act notifies residents that clearing and treatment of roads and sidewalks may take longer than usual.
44-year-old Michael Waterman of Peterborough was wanted for second-degree murder in connection with the death of a 33-year-old man in Peterborough on December 6, 2025 and a 44-year-old man in Oshawa on December 23, 2025. (Police-supplied photo)

Police arrest 44-year-old man wanted for December 6 homicide in Peterborough and December 23...

Michael Waterman was arrested Friday afternoon at a residence in the Dalhousie and Aylmer Street area.
Winter snow on parked car

Snowfall warning now in effect for southern Kawarthas region on Boxing Day

Snow expected to begin late Friday morning with 8 to 12 cm possible before snow ends in the evening.
The Chester Babcock Trio (Rob Fortin on guitar and vocals, Susan Newman on vocals and melodica, and John Hoffman on fiddle, mandolin, and vocals) will perform classic jazz songs with special guests Dan Fortin on bass and Aaron Hoffman on piano at Jethro's Bar + Stage in downtown Peterborough on Friday evening. (Photo: Andy Carroll)

nightlifeNOW – December 25 to 31

Featuring live music listings at pubs and restaurants in Peterborough and the greater Kawarthas region.
44-year-old Michael Waterman of Peterborough was wanted for second-degree murder in connection with the death of a 33-year-old man in Peterborough on December 6, 2025 and a 44-year-old man in Oshawa on December 23, 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.

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