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What can a new mayor do for Peterborough?

The mayor of Peterborough, Ontario, Jeff Leal, has declared a state of emergency due to a significant increase in homelessness and opioid addiction within the city. This declaration aims to draw attention to the crisis and secure additional resources to address these pressing issues. The city has seen a rise in the number of people living in encampments and a spike in opioid-related deaths, prompting the need for immediate action. Mayor Leal emphasized the urgency of the situation and the necessity for both local and provincial support to tackle the intertwined problems of homelessness and addiction.

Read the Full BBC Article at:
[ https://www.aol.com/news/mayor-peterborough-073627306.html ]