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Seven First Nations Become Nuclear Reactor Owners in Historic Deal

Seven First Nations Become Nuclear Reactor Owners in Historic Deal

In a groundbreaking partnership announced today, seven Williams Treaties First Nations east of Toronto will gain ownership stake in a small modular reactor at the Darlington New Nuclear Project, marking the first equity partnership with First Nations in a nuclear reactor in Canada.

6/23/2026
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Border Collies Keep FIFA Pitch Geese-Free in Stirling

Border Collies Keep FIFA Pitch Geese-Free in Stirling

A Stirling-based company is playing a crucial role in the World Cup, using specially-trained border collies to keep geese off the international soccer pitch at Centennial Park through the end of July.

6/22/2026
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Kingston Could Get High-Speed Rail Stop Under New Plan

Kingston Could Get High-Speed Rail Stop Under New Plan

Transport Minister Steven MacKinnon announced Monday that the federal government has directed Alto to consider adding Kingston as a stop on the proposed high-speed rail corridor, a potential major shift following public consultations across Ontario and Quebec.

6/22/2026
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Five Siblings Laid to Rest After Mapleton Crash

Five Siblings Laid to Rest After Mapleton Crash

Our hearts are heavy as the community gathers to say goodbye to Peter, Helena, Sara, Maggie, and Susy Doerksen, five siblings who lost their lives in a devastating collision last week in Mapleton Township.

6/19/2026
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Jeff Twohey Inducted Into Peterborough Sports Hall of Fame

Jeff Twohey Inducted Into Peterborough Sports Hall of Fame

Lindsay native and longtime Peterborough hockey executive Jeff Twohey has been honored with induction into the Peterborough & District Sports Hall of Fame, recognizing a remarkable career spanning four decades in professional hockey.

6/19/2026
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United Way Names 27-Year-Old Jason Seguya as New CEO

United Way Names 27-Year-Old Jason Seguya as New CEO

The United Way Peterborough & District has selected Jason Seguya to lead the organization starting July 6, succeeding Jim Russell who retires after 15 years of service. The 27-year-old Ugandan native brings experience from leadership roles in student media and advocacy.

6/18/2026
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Police Dismantle $10M Tobacco Operation in Six Nations

Police Dismantle $10M Tobacco Operation in Six Nations

Two Hamilton men face charges after Ontario Provincial Police seized more than 40,000 kilograms of contraband tobacco from an illegal manufacturing facility. The operation, dubbed Project Track, uncovered five complete cigarette manufacturing lines and 13 foreign nationals at the site.

6/17/2026
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Fire Strikes Former Nicholson Factory for Second Time

Fire Strikes Former Nicholson Factory for Second Time

Port Hope firefighters battled another major blaze at the vacant Cavan Street warehouse early Tuesday morning, marking the second large fire at the historic site in less than two years. No injuries were reported.

6/16/2026
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Ontario ER Doctors Report Severe Overcrowding Crisis

Ontario ER Doctors Report Severe Overcrowding Crisis

A new survey reveals that three-quarters of Ontario's emergency room physicians say overcrowding is severe or critical, with most reporting it affects their ability to provide timely care on nearly every shift.

6/15/2026
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Fallen OPP Officer's Body Returns to Thornhill Today

Fallen OPP Officer's Body Returns to Thornhill Today

The body of Const. Tarun Bali, the Ontario Provincial Police officer killed in the line of duty earlier this week, will be brought to Thornhill this afternoon in a solemn procession along Highway 401.

6/12/2026
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