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Peterborough organizations make transition plans for closure of consumption treatment sitePeterborough’s consumption and treatment services (CTS) site is expected to close soon. Meanwhile, reports of toxic drug supplies and overdoses persist. As Madeleine McColl reports, local organizations are working to transition to the provincial government’s HART hub strategy as the closure approaches.HealthMay 12
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Ontario provides Peterborough city and county with $1.7M transit funding boostPeterborough Kawartha MPP Dave Smith says the province is providing more than $1.7 million to support public transit in Peterborough city and county.PoliticsApr 27
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Peterborough County to review operating model options for Lang Pioneer MuseumPeterborough County is considering changes for Lang Pioneer Village Museum. A transition committee will study whether the museum should shift to a non-profit operating model.Sep 24, 2025
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Peterborough Transit downtown stops relocate during terminal upgradesA transit shakeup is coming to downtown Peterborough. Starting next week, bus stops at the Simcoe Street terminal will be temporarily relocated to make room for construction. Here’s Marc Woodhouse with what’s changing, and why.Jul 30, 2025
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Peterborough city council approves fast-track moves for Brock Mission project on Chemong Road(aired February 25) Peterborough city council has given Brock Mission a green light to proceed with its proposed transitional housing project on Chemong road adjacent to the Cameron House women’s shelter. Brock Mission’s McNabb House would be a six-storey, 52-unit complex nestled between Chemong Road and Bethune Street. Mayor Jeff Leal used his Strong Mayor...Feb 26, 2025
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Global News Peterborough Update 3: June 10. 2022Gas prices continue to soar, Peterborough Transit recommends continued mask use by passengers; boaters urged to exercise caution around dams, Caley Bedore’s weather outlook. Keri Ferguson has the details.EconomyJun 10, 2022
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Global News Peterborough Update 3: May 5, 2023City staff report recommends modular units be used for those experiencing homelessness; marking Red Dress Day; cuts proposed for Peterborough Transit; the OHL’s Peterborough Petes look to break their series tie; Caley Bedore’s Skytracker weather. Keri Ferguson has the details.PoliticsMay 5, 2023
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Global News Peterborough Update 4: Nov. 8, 2022Students across the region were back in the classroom today; labour disruptions continue at GO Transit; a Peterborough pharmacy finds a solution for the children’s cold medication shortage; Caley Bedore’s weather forecast. Keri Ferguson has the details.Nov 8, 2022
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Global News Peterborough Update 2: July 26, 2022The City of Peterborough will continue to fund its overflow shelter until March; Peterborough council approved a location for the future transit garage; Two people are facing firearms related charges in Lindsay; a quick look at the forecast. Noor Ibrahim has all the details.Jul 26, 2022
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Global News Peterborough Update 4: Sept. 14, 2022Peterborough Public Health issues its second drug poisoning alert this month; “operational” and “mechanical” issues for Peterborough Transit; Century 21 Lakers celebrate wins this week. Caley Bedore’s 5 day weather forecast. Keri Ferguson has the details.HealthSep 14, 2022
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Ongoing staffing shortage leads to cancelled trips for Peterborough TransitIf you use Peterborough Transit to get around, you may have had to adjust your travel plans. An ongoing staffing shortage is leading to the cancellation of trips along some of the routes. Mark Giunta reports.EconomySep 14, 2022
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Global News Peterborough Update 2: Dec. 16, 2022Area crews hard at work cleaning up after the snow storm; Central Smith Creamery challenges businesses to host their own food drives; Peterborough Transit adjusts its schedule for the holidays; 7 day Skytracker weather forecast. Teresa Kaszuba has the details.WeatherDec 16, 2022
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Peterborough offering free transit on New Year’s EveThe City of Peterborough and Wolfe Lawyers are once again offering free transit and handi-van services on New Year’s Eve.Dec 11, 2018
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Peterborough city council declines transit budget increaseIf you live in Peterborough your property taxes could be going up by a little more than three per cent this year. The council deferred several budget items this year and decided to freeze transit spending at 2022 levels which has dropped the levy increase overall by nearly one per cent. Tricia Mason has more.EconomyJan 19, 2023
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Peterborough transportation master plan focuses on transit, cycling, walkingCycling, walking and public transit are major focuses in Peterborough’s Transportation Master Plan. The plan, which to aims to lay out city transportation for the next 30 years, hopes to see walking and cycling making up 25 per cent of all trips in the city. Sam Houpt reports…EconomyNov 5, 2021
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Intelligent transit system coming to Peterborough pending council approvalThe introduction of an Intelligent Transportation System for Peterborough fulfills a number of recommendations first identified in the 2012 Transit Operations Review.May 28, 2018
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Peterborough teen helps Syrian refugee adjust to life in Canada including schoolIt’s a story of a Syrian refugee who left everything behind and came to Canada with her family in search of a better life. Little did she know that upon her arrival, she would meet a friend that would make her difficult transition worthwhile. Noor Ibrahim reports.Dec 11, 2019
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Global News Peterborough Update 2: January 10, 2022Peterborough Petes’ Mason McTavish traded for Hamilton forwards. Fleming College mandates COVID-19 booster shot for students, staff, and more. And — Peterborough Transit route adjustment as Trent University extends online learning.Jan 10, 2022
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Global News Peterborough Update 2: January 17, 2022COVID Vaccine clinic at Healthy Planet Arena in Peterborough continues Monday, amid other clinic cancellations. Peterborough Transit suspends service for the day amid inclement conditions. And — flights cancelled in the US on Sunday, as severe snow storm rolls through and heads towards Ontario and Quebec. Our Noor Ibrahim has some headlines.Jan 17, 2022
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Peterborough region business advisory services move to new handsThe Peterborough region’s economic development services continue to undergo transition. As the city and county work towards managing their own economic growth, Peterborough and the Kawarthas Economic Development’s Business Advisory Centre will soon be in new hands. Germain Ma has the details.EconomyJun 24, 2024