Will Pearson

Grant for Black women and non-binary artists keeps Charlie Earle’s memory alive

The Charlie Earle Memorial Microgrant is awarded annually to an artist who embodies Earle’s creative legacy. This year’s award will be presented virtually during the Black History Blowout on February 27.

Peterborough Housing Corporation pushes for independence

As the housing shortage intensifies, PHC proposes breaking away from municipal control to build over 1,000 new apartment units. But city staff are wary of the plan and propose an alternative.

Newsletter: Who’s making robocalls about the proposed supervised consumption site?

“Chaotic” eviction hearings continue at Landlord and Tenant Board

Facing a backlog of applications, LTB has prioritized eviction hearings over other cases

Newsletter: How can we help people who are sleeping outside this winter?

One person’s junk … can be a child’s treasure

Compass Early Learning and Care is diverting waste by turning it into children’s toys. With our landfill approaching capacity, we need more creative projects like this one.

INTERVIEW: Hilary Wear on her new video clown performance

Part of a digital showcase of Canadian clowns during the pandemic, Giishkiboojigananke features Wear’s delightfully headstrong character, Granny Kokum

Peterborough roller derby team planning a post-pandemic rebuild

Recruiting new skaters will be a priority when the team resumes training and competing

We’re tracking Peterborough’s progress on affordable housing

Here's how many affordable units have been built recently or are in the works

Housing in the 2021 budget

Here's how housing initiatives will be funded next year