CHEX Television has been serving East Central Ontario and the Kawartha Lakes region of Ontario from its studios in Peterborough since 1955. An affiliate of the CBC Network, CHEX also offers a variety of popular programming like Oprah, The Price Is Right, Everybody Loves Raymond and The Late Show with David Letterman.

The primary focus however is local News. Newswatch reflects Peterborough and area through three daily newscasts and updates throughout each weekday. Newswatch @ 5:30 has the community at heart, offering lifestyle features and providing a snapshot of the many vibrant events taking place in the area. Newswatch @ 6 is the major local newscast for the region covering local, national and international news, local weather, sports and business highlights. Newswatch @ 11 wraps up the day with a summary of the day's events.

CHEX Television plays a significant role in Peterborough and throughout the region with its annual on-air production of the Easter Seal Telethon, and Kawartha Rotary Christmas Gift Auction as well as its ongoing support for significant community endeavours like The Peterborough Festival of Lights and the annual Festival of Trees in aid of Peterborough Health Care.

The year 2005 marks the station’s 50th Anniversary. In celebration, CHEX presents a variety of features and programs evoking fond memories of the television station within the community.