For many in the community, the Peterborough This Week was a staple on their doorstep – but that will no longer be the case.
Metroland Media Group has decided to stop printing most of its community newspapers, laying off hundreds around Ontario.
As people digest their decision, questions are being raised about its impact on journalism as a whole.
President of the Canadian Association of Journalists Brent Jolly says he worries this will leave more people turning to unverified information.
Jolly says those wanting to pursue journalism as a career have fewer options now than ever before.
He adds that Friday’s announcement was truly a dark day for media.
Jolly says the Canadian Association of Journalists will approach all levels of government to support local news.
In total, more than 600 people were laid off.
(Jordan Mercier)
