In-depth

In-depth articles are the result of investigative reporting and include research, expert opinions, multiple perspectives, and/or historical context.

As the pandemic raged, opioid poisoning deaths surged in Peterborough. We looked behind the numbers.

43 people lost their lives to opioid poisoning in 2020, up from 29 the year before, as opioids became increasingly contaminated with other toxic drugs.

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COVID-19 one year on, how can we recover from social isolation?

The pandemic has magnified a public health crisis for seniors. Trent University researchers look at how we can combat social isolation and offer 10 recommendations.

Renters being pushed out amidst red-hot real estate market

'Own-use' eviction applications are surging alongside house prices, data obtained by Peterborough Currents shows

Peterborough to expand shelter capacity and hours — but will everyone be welcome?

At least 61 individuals have received bans from Peterborough shelters during the coronavirus pandemic

Local families create housing solution for their sons with disabilities

Shared Dreams at the Mount will house up to five people with developmental disabilities — but one essential piece of funding is still missing

Toward 2,000 affordable housing units

Has there been any progress on affordable housing in the last year?

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