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Salvation Army ready for 150 people for Christmas dinner


Drama performance spreads message of anti-violence

Peace builder campaign winner selected at random

Police take anti-bullying message to schools

Student promises to help reduce hunger


Change 'the person within' to get a start on peace: student


Human Rights Day is Wednesday in Confederation Park


Civic engagement impacted by political gimmickry: author


'Let’s mourn together and then work for change'


'In from the cold' concert supports youth emergency shelter

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November 28, 2003
Grade 12 student takes character education focus to Kenya

November 26, 2003
Promises pour in for Peace Builder Campaign

November 24, 2003
Youth seek to inspire peace-building among peers

November 21, 2003
Teachers spread Peace Builder Campaign to student body

November 19,2003
Appreciative inquiry can help bring peace, says local woman

November 17,2003
United Way campaign surpasses $1-million mark

Woman’s promise will accomplish several peace-building initiatives


Resurgence of interest in Remembrance Day continues among the young


Woman vows to become educated about domestic violence


Soup Fest 'warms tummies and hearts'


Lakefield Secondary well ahead in implementing character education

November 3, 2003
‘I like the idea of making peace something we do’

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October 31, 2003
Accentuate the positive, says Walsh

October 30, 2003
Family resource centre offers workshops for parents

October 29, 2003
Medical Officer of Health pledges to boost violence awareness

October 27, 2003
Seminar encourages community approach to address domestic violence

October 24, 2003
Players aim for penalty-free hockey

October 23, 2003
Mom surprised about what can happen on the Web

October 22, 2003
Stronger relationships at home lead to stronger communities

October 21, 2003
YWCA launches Week Without Violence

October 20, 2003
Peterborough woman promises to help eliminate abuse of older persons

October 17, 2003
New coalition links arts for social change

Octrober 15, 2003
Jamaican Self Help receives grant for anti-violence work

October 10, 2003
10,000 students walked to school Wednesday

October 8, 2003
Engage in political process to build peace: Leal

October 6, 2003
Local man promises 'to model and mentor' peace building

October 3, 2003
Family moves into Habitat for Humanity house

October 1, 2003
Peace builder campaign moves deeper into community

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September 30, 2003
Japanese and local YWCA learn from each other

September 26, 2003
North Ireland police services board member intrigued by community policing

September 24, 2003
Wilberforce woman explores creating community directory

September 22, 2003
Diverse group of women ‘Take Back the Night’

September 19, 2003
Mom’s promise to create ‘a walking school bus’

September 17, 2003
Gay Pride Day ‘absolutely amazing’

September 15, 2003
Domestic violence protocols expand at PRHC

September 12, 2003
Reverend hopes Gay Pride Day gets people talking

September 10, 2003
Gay man says same-sex marriage is about equality

September 8, 2003
Commission says response positive for Gay Pride Day

September 5, 2003
Respect another’s choice, says pastor

September 3, 2003
‘Let’s be part of a civil debate’

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August 29, 2003
Reverend says something has to happen soon to improve dialogue

August 27, 2003
Coalition says gay marriage issue ‘symptom of a larger problem’

August 25, 2003
Festival organizers invite new Canadians

August 22, 2003
Peterborough Folk Festival set for this weekend

August 20, 2003
Steering committee to host peace presentations

August 18, 2003
Peterborough keeps the peace during power failure

August 13, 2003
Men's crisis line in the works

August 11, 2003
Steering group member to spread message of peaceful recreation

August 8, 2003
Farmers and consumers connect through FoodLink

August 6, 2003
Graffiti tarnishes more than buildings, bridges

August 1, 2003
Crime rate drops in city last year

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July 30, 2003
Police, community members clean up graffiti

July 28, 2003
Habitat for Humanity helps build house
for family

July 25, 2003
Yellow bikes a go, depots yet to be set up

July 23, 2003
Network to promote healthy communities

July 21, 2003
‘Peace building is individual action with collective vision’

July 18, 2003
Newsroom gearing up for Peace Builder Campaign

July 16, 2003
Peace-building campaign looks to business community

July 14, 2003
Success of character education will be seen in changed attitudes

July 11, 2003
‘It’s a gathering place of all segments of the community’

July 9, 2003
'Don't water your driveway- it's not going to grow'

July 7, 2003
Buckhorn shelter provides safe space for women, kids

July 4, 2003
Tour the city on two wheels instead of four

July 2, 2003
Campaign calls on people to make tangible pledges for a better community

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June 30, 2003
Community Service Orders affect both offender and community

June 27, 2003
Empty bowls lead to full stomachs

June 25, 2003
‘Squatter’ house future uncertain

June 23, 2003
Empty bowls draw attention to hunger

June 20, 2003
Raphael presents strong links between poverty and poor health

June 18, 2003
Dragon boat festival inspires civic engagement

June 16, 2003
Speaker will discuss poverty, quality of life

June 13, 2003
Board to infuse curriculum with character education

June 11, 2003
Former trustee says values must be taught to youth

June 9, 2003
Heart and Stroke recruits volunteers at workplaces

June 6, 2003
‘It’s about wanting to have a safe community’

June 3, 2003
Older adult abuse affects up to 3,600 people in County, network says

June 2, 2003
Peterborough shelter gives youth a second chance

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May 30, 2003
Character education in York Region a Canadian model

May 28, 2003
Police get behind Peaceful Communities project

May 26, 2003
High school students develop anti-violence plans

May 23, 2003
Character Education
Changing face of family is a challenge for society, says retired educator

May 21, 2003
Trustee, parents push to keep school open

May 20, 2003
Character Education
Mayor says leadership, people skills should be sharpened to build character

May 14, 2003
Character Education
Bank manager says questions of integrity will
be relevant throughout life

May 12, 2003
Character education
Minister calls on all faiths to work together for
children and community

Peterborough seniors call, St. Peter's students answer

May 9, 2003
Norwood couple opens farm to the hungry

May 7, 2003
Second character education forum coming up in Peterborough

Peterborough County O.P.P and local high school students team up for Tommy

May 5, 2003
Participants embrace the benefits of Qigong

May 2, 2003
Peaceful Communities shifts into high gear

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April 30, 2003
Commentary
Communities prosper from civic engagement

April 28, 2003
Countermeasures to War
Fear is the greatest threat to peace in the Peterborough area, says Peter Adams

April 25, 2003
Countermeasures to War
Peter Adams says the United Nations must ‘revisit itself’

April 23, 2003
Parkway decision to go around Jackson Park viewed as victory, says activist

April 21, 2003
Mayor's Youth Award presented to local student and volunteer

April 17, 2003
Making a difference…one booth at a time

April 16, 2003
Earth Day plans underway in Peterborough

April 14, 2003
American foreign policy the greatest threat to peace, says Taylor

April 11, 2003
Peterborough celebrates World Tai Chi day

April 9, 2003
Peace rally is all about respecting diversity

April 7, 2003
Countermeasures to war
Sutherland says it is important to separate administrations from citizens

April 4, 2003
Countermeasures to war
Economic disparity the greatest threat to peace, says Adams

Letter
Downtown living: 'If you build it they will come'

April 2, 2003
Countermeasures to war
War is never the answer, says Dotsch

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March 31, 2003
Community forum on character education coming soon

March 28, 2003
Countermeasures to war
Build discussions of peace into your life, says Zimmer

March 26, 2003
Downtown living series wrap-up
Downtown living: Building a blueprint for success

March 24, 2003
International anti-racism day gets local focus at Steele Centre

March 21, 2003
‘This is what a community is about’

March 19, 2003
Students not concerned about violence in schools

March 17, 2003
Downtown Living
People watch out for each other when they live, work downtown, says Cudahy

March 14, 2003
Volunteerism promotes hands-on learning in the community

March 12, 2003
Downtown Living
AON says downtown was focus of ‘city fathers’ and should not be forgotten

March 10, 2003
Ploughshares says consciousness-raising is necessary against war

March 7, 2003
Whitby director of planning says core will be rejuvenated

March 5, 2003
Rally to raise money for Doctors Without Borders

March 3, 2003
Car pools and co-ops work for environment and community

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February 28, 2003
Peterborough Petes team up with police to prevent youth crime

February 26, 2003
Downtown living makes for peaceful community

February 24, 2003
Planner says diversity is the key to urban vibrancy

February 21, 2003
Yellow bikes a go in June

February 19, 2003
'Walk the walk' in YWCA event

February 17, 2003
Peterborough Family Resource Centre creates more programs for dads

February 14, 2003
'Together We Light The Way' builds community strengths

February 12, 2003
Local school board uses video as tool to combat bullying

February 10, 2003
Zero-tolerance program working well: police

February 7, 2003
LETS Exchange: Building trust and values that shape community

February 5, 2003
Environment, social harmony linked

February 3, 2003
Making the leap for peace

January 31, 2003
Anti-racism coalition forms
to provide more community education

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January 29, 2003
Peaceful Communities project enters third phase

January 25, 2003
Plan ahead if Super Bowl triggers abusive partner

January 24, 2003
Roots of Empathy program gets piloted in three area schools

January 22, 2003
Conflict resolution not relevant to bullying,
says constable


January 20, 2003
Armour Heights puts energy into educating bystanders


January 16, 2003
Bullying can escalate without intervention


January 15, 2003
Elder abuse education can reduce victimization: Perkins


January 13, 2003
Environmental stewardship an integral part
of community building



January 10, 2003
Mother Goose program fosters important relationships for life


January 7, 2003
Listening to loneliness:Lifeline Telecare a 24 hour presence in community


January 6, 2003
Developing assertiveness skills can enhance safety, build healthier relationships


January 3, 2003
Newfoundland school designated 'peaceful' by international organization

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December 23, 2002
Working through a 'hostile political environment' to achieve a peaceful community

December 20, 2002
Help victims of domestic violence with simple strategies

December 18, 2002
Depression can deepen during holiday season

Friends can help during stressful times

December 16, 2002
You're better off living in Toronto when it comes to gun safety, says MP


December 13, 2002
Poverty-linked stress broken up with support groups, says family support co-ordinator


December 11, 2002
Peterborough holds candlelight vigil
for human rights



December 9, 2002
Peterborough commemorates December 6, 1989 with quiet vigils


December 5, 2002
Violence in Peterborough area of mixed concern, study shows


December 4, 2002
Local Catholic priest says abusive marriages shouldn't be tolerated

December 2, 2002
Toll-free help line for victims of bullying and violence now available

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November 29, 2002
Increased income polarization disturbs community harmony: Adams

November 27, 2002
Community and Race Relations Committee
works at raising awareness


November 25, 2002
Award-winning parent/child program series comes to Peterborough

November 22, 2002
Bridging the cultural divide
An African-Canadian perspective on moving
to Peterborough


November 20, 2002
People learn about alternatives to violence
this weekend

November 18, 2002
A conversation with Dr. Avis Glaze

November 15, 2002
Peace education infused into some academic
curricula in Peterborough

Letter
Banning guns not the answer, says reader

November 13, 2002
New program in London teaches teens relationship skills

November 11, 2002
Knowledge of gun ownership can help police be prepared

November 8, 2002
Rural sentiment differs from urban
fears on guns

November 6, 2002
Government-funded, quality childcare needed, says local administrator

November 4, 2002
Is Peterborough a community that values books and reading?

November 1, 2002
Quality childcare builds strength of character for life

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October 30, 2002
Enriched parent-toddler interaction helps break cycle of aggression: Hyde

Letter
Putting an end to verbal aggression

October 28, 2002
Many families need more supports to parent effectively, says Bradley

Care for one another key point during dicussion

October 25, 2002
The key social program we are missing is universal childcare , says Lewis

Stephen Lewis' ten points for a peaceful community

October 24, 2002
Dr. Glaze advocates for character education in KPRD schools
Barrett discusses alternatives to escalation
Peace begins with me
Building community through Second Steps workshop
Forum participants emotionally engaged by speakers

October 23, 2002
Forum sold out

October 22, 2002
Restorative justice key topic at Peaceful Communities forum

October 21, 2002
Peterborough hockey league aims for penalty-free games during Week Without Violence

October 18, 2002
Violent tendencies learned early, says Bradley

October 17, 2002
Week Without Violence and forum
approaching fast



October 16, 2002
Video games and aggression linked says study

October ,, 2002
Bullying behaviour not tolerated says school board

October 9, 2002
Anxiety from finances can lead to violence in the home

October 7, 2002
Four Counties Addiction Services' admissions
rise dramatically

October 4, 2002
Stand up and speak out against bullying,
says Coloroso

October 2, 2002
Safety plans offer sense of control in high-risk situations

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September 30, 2002
We have a safe community says Police Chief


September 27, 2002
Barbara Coloroso to address bullying

September 23, 2002
Peaceful Communities to unleash research
report to public

September 20, 2002
Peace without development impossible, says Catholic organization

September 18, 2002
Enhanced self-confidence reduces violence tendency

September 13, 2002
Health Unit to tackle family violence

September 11, 2002
Vigil has meaning for local residents

Vigil participants speak up on resolving conflict peacefully

September 10, 2002
Vigil for Peace starts tonight

September 9, 2002
New $21 million 'OK' news for local service providers

September 6, 2002
Youth involvement key to peace, says Sandy

September 4, 2002
9/11 sparks interest in education on differences

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August 30, 2002
Peace doesn't have to destabilize economy: Barrett

August 28, 2002
PRHC leading edge with women abuse protocol

August 26, 2002
Brock makes peace through talk and zero tolerance

August 23, 2002
Youth group builds peace in high-risk community

August 21, 2002
Jackman gives thumbs-up to partnerships around violence prevention

August 19, 2002
Shelternet links to women's shelters across Canada

August 16, 2002
Network wants a community team to tackle complex elder abuse cases

August 14, 2002
Are you ready for a week without violence?

August 12, 2002
Older Adults Network educates faith community

August 9, 2002
Education leads to increased sexual assault reports

August 7, 2002
New family violence prevention publications available

August 2, 2002
Ray of light appears for residential school survivors

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July 31, 2002
Peaceful Communities Forum Web site now online

July 29, 2002
Relationships help to reduce youth violence, says Coles

July 26, 2002
Some children think abandonment worse than violence, says art therapist

July 24, 2002
Resource Centre promotes positive parenting, healthy relationships

July 22, 2002
John Howard Society researches establishment of men's crisis line

July 19, 2002
Racism history class hits home after 9/11

July 17, 2002
English suggests ways to deal with summer bullying

July 15, 2002
Art helps kids deal with violence

July 12, 2002
Brochure teaches youth about healthy relationships

July 10, 2002
Red Cross Kids programs celebrates diversity

July 8, 2002
Art therapist runs men's group in Cobourg

July 5, 2002
High risk situations call for safety planning

July 3, 2002
Victim/Witness Assistance Program helps navigate the 'big machine'

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June 28, 2002
Publishers get the low-down on news site

June 26, 2002
Men take responsibility, abuse reduces by 60 per cent

June 24, 2002
'We were kids… Now we're not'

June 21, 2002
More education translates to less victimization: Wuerch

June 19, 2002
Number in abuse counselling way up

June17, 2002
Older Adults Network sends message to townships

June 14, 2002
Avoiding the bully is best plan, says Red Cross

June 12, 2002

Funding renewed for school-based violence prevention programs

Self-advocates unveil anti-abuse pamphlets

June 10, 2002
Our deadline was yesterday: Sayne
Study highlights attitudes towards violence
New team linking abuse of people and animals
Local report about attitudes towards violence nearing completion
Wilderness adventure to help with healing

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