The Ontario government is investing over $250,000 in eight local initiatives to support older adults in Peterborough-Kawartha. The funding, delivered through the Seniors Community Grant Program, was announced at Activity Haven on July 28. One of the funded projects is Lift for Life, a strength and balance program run in partnership with Trent Health in…
Selwyn Township is bringing back its popular ReLeaf Program to help restore trees lost in the March 2025 ice storm. Starting August 5 at 9 a.m., residents can register online to receive one of 600 free native trees, thanks to a $10,000 grant from Hydro One’s Ice Storm Recovery Fund. Five species are available, including…
A unique public gathering happened in downtown Peterborough on the afternoon of July 31: “Peterborough’s Annual Bee Parade.” Little information was given about this parade before the event was scheduled to begin that afternoon. It was a light-hearted celebration of pollinators, public performance, and community. Dozens of people wearing bee-themed clothing marched along Hunter Street…
This Summer, the Peterborough Museum & Archives (PMA) completed a project to restore historic films reels that were damaged during the destructive flood that hit Peterborough in 2004. The films are part of the larger Roy Photographic Studio collection; an expansive archive of still photographs and motion picture films captured by three generations of the…
A new yoga program in Peterborough is helping children with disabilities move, breathe, and relax alongside their caregivers. The Willow Studio, in partnership with Five Counties Children’s Centre, launched the pilot session on July 16. The one-hour class included breath work, dancing, yoga storytelling, and quiet meditation tailored to each child’s needs. “The work really…
Co-Editor-in-Chief of Arthur Newspaper, David King, spoke with Trent Radio about his vision for the upcoming 60th volume. Arthur’s editors are currently seeking submissions for Issue 0, be it a piece on news, opinion, culture, sports, satire, or “literally anything else”. You can explore all things Arthur at trentarthur.ca. Readers can also sign up to…
Last Saturday, I joined Peterborough Friends for their weekly coffee meetup downtown, where laughter and new connections filled the air. Founded in late 2024 by Oriona Rendon, the group started as a simple way to make friends but quickly grew into a vibrant community of over 700 members. Through a Discord server and regular in-person…
Co-founder and Co-president of Improv at Trent, Nick Toth, spoke with Trent Radio about what the club looks like four years after its founding. Improv at Trent team leads have been assigned for the upcoming school year; team auditions will open sometime this September. However, the competitive teams are not the only way for students…
On Saturday, July 12, Beavermead Park was alive with energy as the inaugural Little Big Run brought together people of all ages to raise funds for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peterborough. This new fundraiser aims to support local mentorship programs that connect youth with caring volunteers. Executive Director Zoe King shares that the event…
Located at 395 Water Street in downtown Peterborough is the City’s newest Tattoo and Barber Shop: Black Cat Tattoo and Barber. First time business owners, Amanda McColligan and Kris Manbeck, met with Trent Radio to talk about their story and their first weeks in business. Listen to the full interview with Eddy Sweeney to learn…
