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Listing updated 6 October 2026
The Peterborough Examiner, founded in 1847 as the Peterborough Despatch, is a daily newspaper serving Peterborough and the surrounding area for 173 years. It has documented local history through news, sports, and arts coverage, maintaining a strong online presence with approximately 2.4 million monthly pageviews. Owned by Torstar, which is controlled by Nordstar Capital and Toronto business leader Jordan Bitove, the Examiner continues to provide award-winning journalism and community news, including a new Shopping and Services section highlighting local businesses and services.