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“Inexcusable and Wrong”: Trent Students Respond to Racial Slur Used by Peterborough Mayor in Business Lecture
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Evan Robins
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April 9, 2025
Trent students are speaking out following a statement from Peterborough Mayor Jeff Leal which apologized for using “a racial slur that is deeply offensive and hurtful,” in a guest lecture at Trent University.
Council Debates Potential Heritage Listings at Monday Night Council Meeting
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David King
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March 18, 2025
In a meeting the bulk of whose agenda was approved on consent, Otonabee Ward councilor Lesley Parnell singled out Heritage Register listings as an item of interest, moving to remove three properties from a list of 56 presented to council for heritage designation out of fear that designation might impede potential development interests.
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TCSA Semi-Annual General Meeting Sees Announcement of Two New Positions, High Profits in 2024TCSA Semi-Annual General Meeting Sees Announcement of Two New Positions, High Profits in 2024
TCSA Semi-Annual General Meeting Sees Announcement of Two New Positions, High Profits in 2024
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Willow Latella
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Louanne Morin
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February 23, 2025
Record Setting Win for Trent Men's Volleyball TeamRecord Setting Win for Trent Men's Volleyball Team
Record Setting Win for Trent Men's Volleyball Team
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Ian Vansegbrook
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February 4, 2025
The Future Feminine: Vivek Shraya Visits Trent to Speak and Perform for 29th Annual Margaret Laurence Lecture SeriesThe Future Feminine: Vivek Shraya Visits Trent to Speak and Perform for 29th Annual Margaret Laurence Lecture Series
The Future Feminine: Vivek Shraya Visits Trent to Speak and Perform for 29th Annual Margaret Laurence Lecture Series
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David King
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January 28, 2025
TCSA Announces Renewal of Transit Link for One Year Only, Upcoming Election ScheduleTCSA Announces Renewal of Transit Link for One Year Only, Upcoming Election Schedule
TCSA Announces Renewal of Transit Link for One Year Only, Upcoming Election Schedule
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Louanne Morin
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January 27, 2025
Trent Board of Governors Projects “Reductions” for Coming Year Following $12 Million Tuition LossTrent Board of Governors Projects “Reductions” for Coming Year Following $12 Million Tuition Loss
Trent Board of Governors Projects “Reductions” for Coming Year Following $12 Million Tuition Loss
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Evan Robins
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December 9, 2024
Gather Yourself as Best as You Can, or, An End to the TCSA Elections SagaGather Yourself as Best as You Can, or, An End to the TCSA Elections Saga
Gather Yourself as Best as You Can, or, An End to the TCSA Elections Saga
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Louanne Morin
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November 12, 2024
Friends of Bonnerworth Park Announce Change of Direction, Talk Finances at First Official Meeting as Incorporated Not-For-ProfitFriends of Bonnerworth Park Announce Change of Direction, Talk Finances at First Official Meeting as Incorporated Not-For-Profit
Friends of Bonnerworth Park Announce Change of Direction, Talk Finances at First Official Meeting as Incorporated Not-For-Profit
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David King
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March 10, 2025
After months of promises, Friends of Bonnerworth Park again failed to deliver clarity to concerned residents at their first meeting March 7th. Despite retooling themselves after a failure to file an injunction in November of last year, the incorporation presented a new logistical direction and convoluted financials.
Arthur at the Polls: Dave Smith Wins BigArthur at the Polls: Dave Smith Wins Big
Arthur at the Polls: Dave Smith Wins Big
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Ian Vansegbrook
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March 3, 2025
In the first installment of Arthur's multi-part election night coverage, Ian Elliott Vansegbrook covers Dave Smith's triumphant election night rally, and also gets slightly in trouble. Read all about a night filled with small sandwiches, seniors, and socializing, mixed in with long bouts of standing around.
On-Campus Polling Plagued by Misinformation from Trent, TCSAOn-Campus Polling Plagued by Misinformation from Trent, TCSA
On-Campus Polling Plagued by Misinformation from Trent, TCSA
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David King
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February 27, 2025
Many Trent University students residing on campus were left unsure where they could vote after posts from the Peterborough YNDP alleged some would be ineligible for an on-campus polling station promoted by the university and the TCSA. Further investigation by Arthur revealed widespread misinformation about student voter eligibility, which was proliferated by Trent, the TCSA, and YNDP.
Brock Mission Development Project Goes Forth in Spite of Backlash from Community and City CouncilBrock Mission Development Project Goes Forth in Spite of Backlash from Community and City Council
Brock Mission Development Project Goes Forth in Spite of Backlash from Community and City Council
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Louanne Morin
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February 26, 2025
Peterborough City Council pushes forth the construction of the Chemong Road Brock Mission affordable housing complex, despite protests from Councillors and neighbors.
TCSA Semi-Annual General Meeting Sees Announcement of Two New Positions, High Profits in 2024TCSA Semi-Annual General Meeting Sees Announcement of Two New Positions, High Profits in 2024
TCSA Semi-Annual General Meeting Sees Announcement of Two New Positions, High Profits in 2024
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Willow Latella
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February 23, 2025
The TCSA's February 12th Semi-Annual General Meeting saw the presentation of the 2024-2025 Financial Statements, including high profits everywhere but the General Fund, and the announcement of two new positions.
PHOTOS: Peterborough Public Library Opens Miskin Law Community Centre BranchPHOTOS: Peterborough Public Library Opens Miskin Law Community Centre Branch
PHOTOS: Peterborough Public Library Opens Miskin Law Community Centre Branch
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David King
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February 20, 2025
On February 18th, the Peterborough Public Library opened its new branch in the Miskin Law Community Centre (MLCC). With 10,000 new books, the MLCC branch boasts a youth-oriented focus, and a bright new space for those in the City's South-end.
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