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Eight Lives Lost During Ontario's Deadliest Long Weekend

Eight Lives Lost During Ontario's Deadliest Long Weekend

The Civic Holiday long weekend claimed eight lives across Ontario's roads and waterways, marking the province's deadliest holiday period of 2026 according to provincial police statistics released Thursday.

8/6/2026
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Hometown Forward Mason Quinn Signs with Peterborough Petes

Hometown Forward Mason Quinn Signs with Peterborough Petes

The Peterborough Petes have added another local talent to their roster, signing Little Britain native Mason Quinn to an OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement. The third-round draft pick brings a strong two-way game and hometown pride to the organization.

8/5/2026
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Murder Charge Upgraded in June River Death

Murder Charge Upgraded in June River Death

Peterborough police have elevated charges against a local woman following the June drowning of her mother near the Otonabee River. The case, initially not deemed suspicious, took a dramatic turn after investigators conducted a thorough review.

8/5/2026
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Seven Belugas Leave Marineland for Texas Aquarium

Seven Belugas Leave Marineland for Texas Aquarium

Marineland has transported seven more beluga whales to SeaWorld San Antonio as part of its ongoing relocation effort. The move comes weeks after six whales were successfully transferred to U.S. facilities in July.

8/4/2026
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King City Man's $10M Lottery Win Started as Misread

King City Man's $10M Lottery Win Started as Misread

A King City resident initially thought he'd won $10,000 when checking his lottery account during a family baseball game. The reality? He was $9,990,000 richer than he first believed.

7/30/2026
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Wolverines Bring Home Ontario Football Championship

Wolverines Bring Home Ontario Football Championship

The Peterborough U14 AA Wolverines claimed the Ontario Summer Football League title with a commanding 35-14 victory over the London Jr Mustangs in the Dan Grossi Memorial Cup championship game on Friday.

7/28/2026
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Peterborough Receives $715,551 Casino Payment for First Quarter

Peterborough Receives $715,551 Casino Payment for First Quarter

The City of Peterborough has received its first-quarter payment from Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation for hosting Shorelines Casino Peterborough. The payment brings the city's total revenue from the casino to over $18.4 million since it opened in 2018.

7/23/2026
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173 Active Wildfires Rage Across Ontario's North

173 Active Wildfires Rage Across Ontario's North

Ontario is experiencing its worst wildfire season on record, with flames consuming over 7,250 square kilometres of forest. More than 1,800 people have been forced from their homes, with First Nations communities bearing the brunt of the crisis.

7/22/2026
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Driver Flees Crash Scene on Jet Ski in Trent Hills

Driver Flees Crash Scene on Jet Ski in Trent Hills

A 25-year-old Peterborough man faces six charges after allegedly crashing his pickup truck into a tree and escaping on a personal watercraft. Northumberland OPP tracked him down after reports of erratic behavior on a nearby street.

7/21/2026
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Ontario Wildfire Season Breaks Records, More Heat Ahead

Ontario Wildfire Season Breaks Records, More Heat Ahead

Northern Ontario's wildfires have scorched more than 7,250 square kilometres this season, surpassing the province's previous record from 2021. With hot, dry conditions forecast into August, fire officials warn the danger is far from over.

7/21/2026
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Local Musicians Clash Over AI-Generated Concert Posters

Local Musicians Clash Over AI-Generated Concert Posters

A heated conversation about artificial intelligence in promotional artwork has divided Peterborough's music community, with some artists launching affordable design services to keep human creativity in the scene.

7/20/2026
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