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Local News & Events

closeup of a newspaper rack in the Peterborough Public Library

Learning more about what’s happening in the community and getting involved will help you settle into your new city.

The Peterborough Public Library has a calendar that lists community activities taking place in the library.

For more information, you can try these local resources:

Local News and Events for New Canadians

The New Canadians Centre’s blog contains valuable information for newcomers. You can also find information about free events, activities, classes and workshops on the NCC event calendar.

Local Media

Peterborough’s local television stations are YourTV Peterborough and CHEX TV.

Peterborough radio stations provide current local news and information.

Kawartha Now, The Peterborough Examiner and Peterborough This Week are local newspapers.

Published six times a year, Peterborough Kids (Local Parent) is a free local parenting magazine.

Trent University’s events calendar offers information on University and community events.