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New Video Released in 2001 CFB Trenton Murder Case

New Video Released in 2001 CFB Trenton Murder Case

Ontario Provincial Police have released a video retracing the final hours of Kathleen MacVicar, whose body was discovered at Canadian Forces Base Trenton 25 years ago. A $75,000 reward remains available for information leading to an arrest.

9/9/2026
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Peterborough Man Arrested After Parent Discovers Explicit Images

Peterborough Man Arrested After Parent Discovers Explicit Images

A 33-year-old local resident faces multiple charges after a parent found sexually explicit images on their 12-year-old child's tablet and alerted police. The investigation began August 1 and led to an arrest following a search warrant execution.

9/9/2026
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Two Women Charged After By-Law Officer Assaulted

Two Women Charged After By-Law Officer Assaulted

A routine enforcement visit on Wolf Street escalated into multiple arrests this week when police recognized a wanted woman and a bystander allegedly attacked a city official. Both Peterborough residents now face criminal charges.

9/5/2026
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Kemptville Furniture Maker Weighs U.S. Move Amid Tariffs

Kemptville Furniture Maker Weighs U.S. Move Amid Tariffs

A family-owned Ontario company that's been crafting outdoor furniture for over 70 years now faces an impossible choice: absorb crushing tariff costs, raise prices and lose customers, or relocate most of its operations to the United States.

9/4/2026
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Police Ramp Up School Zone Enforcement Across Peterborough

Police Ramp Up School Zone Enforcement Across Peterborough

As students return to classrooms next week, law enforcement agencies across Peterborough City and County are launching their annual Safe School Zone Campaign with increased traffic patrols and stricter enforcement around schools.

9/1/2026
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Local Charity Tackles Child Bed Poverty Crisis

Local Charity Tackles Child Bed Poverty Crisis

Care Zone, a Peterborough furniture bank, is investing £80,000 this year to provide beds and mattresses for families whose children sleep on floors and piles of clothes. The charity served 845 children last year, highlighting a growing crisis in our community.

9/1/2026
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Ford Unveils Lake Ontario Sign After Trump Renaming

Ford Unveils Lake Ontario Sign After Trump Renaming

Ontario Premier Doug Ford stood firm on Saturday, unveiling a new sign declaring the body of water will remain Lake Ontario despite President Trump's executive order renaming it Lake America. The premier said Canada will never back down on protecting its sovereignty.

8/30/2026
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Lakefield Massage Therapist Charged After Client Reports Assault

Lakefield Massage Therapist Charged After Client Reports Assault

A 24-year-old registered massage therapist from Lakefield faces a sexual assault charge following an incident at a Peterborough business in July. Police believe there may be additional victims and are asking anyone with information to come forward.

8/26/2026
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Trump Threatens 50% Tariffs on Canadian Auto Industry

Trump Threatens 50% Tariffs on Canadian Auto Industry

U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to impose 50 percent tariffs on Canadian automobiles, car parts, and steel starting January 1, 2027, escalating the ongoing trade dispute between the two nations. The move comes as Canada prepares its own retaliatory measures.

8/24/2026
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Seven Candidates Vie for Peterborough Mayor as Election Field Finalizes

Seven Candidates Vie for Peterborough Mayor as Election Field Finalizes

With nominations closed Friday afternoon, Peterborough's October municipal election will feature seven mayoral hopefuls and 28 council candidates across five wards. Rob Hailman joined the mayor's race in the final hours after incumbent Jeff Leal announced he won't seek re-election.

8/22/2026
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Police Seek Help Identifying Last Days of B.C. Woman

Police Seek Help Identifying Last Days of B.C. Woman

Ontario Provincial Police are asking the public for help solving a suspicious death case involving Tammy Eileen Penner, whose remains were found near Guelph in 2005 but only identified last year through genetic genealogy.

8/21/2026
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