City of Peterborough Announces Fireworks Display Planned for Canada Day Celebrations

As part of Canada Day celebrations, a fireworks display will be held over Little Lake on Saturday, July 1 following the Peterborough Musicfest concert at Del Crary Park featuring Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy. 

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The display will take place from 9:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. on the Saturday, with the fireworks provided by the City of Peterborough. 

There will be a temporary road closure on Crescent Street in the vicinity of the t-wharf prior to and during the fireworks display. Access for local traffic will be maintained . 

Residents are reminded to follow all on-street parking regulations that may be in place in the area, including calendar parking where applicable. Please ensure fire hydrants and driveways are not blocked. 

Additional information about Canada Day celebrations, including the parade, is available online.

Important information on the use of fireworks:

• Residents are asked to respect their neighbours and fellow residents when using fireworks in the City of Peterborough.

• City by-laws allow for the use of family or casual fireworks in the City on private property. Fireworks cannot be discharged on City property. Larger exhibition-style fireworks displays require a permit.

• While fireworks displays may be permitted, residents who use fireworks must follow the Noise By-law and be aware of safety precautions when using fireworks. Fireworks can also disturb pets.

Using fireworks can be dangerous, causing injury or property damage. Fire Services provides the following safety tips when using fireworks:

• Only adults who are aware of the hazards and have read the label should handle and discharge fireworks.

• Always keep a water hose or pail of water close by when discharging fireworks.

• Discharge fireworks well away from combustible materials like buildings, trees and dry grass.

• Keep onlookers a safe distance away, upwind from the area where fireworks are discharged.

• Do not discharge fireworks in windy conditions.

• Keep sparklers away from children, as they are extremely hot and pose a risk of burns and eye injuries.

The City of Peterborough by-law regulating fireworks displays and the Noise By-law are available online.

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Peterborough Fire Services and Peterborough Police Issue Fireworks Safety Message

Residents are asked to respect their neighbours and fellow residents when using fireworks in the City of Peterborough.

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City by-laws allow for the use of family or casual fireworks in the City on private property. Fireworks cannot be discharged on City property. Larger exhibition-style fireworks displays require a permit. 

While fireworks displays may be permitted, residents who use fireworks must follow the Noise By-law and be aware of safety precautions when using fireworks. Fireworks can also disturb pets. 

Peterborough Police receive a number of complaints, mostly noise complaints, about fireworks.  Peterborough Police reminds residents to be respectful of other residents’ lawful right to enjoy their property and to be safe.

Peterborough Fire Services reminds residents that using fireworks can be dangerous, causing injury or property damage. Fire Services provides the following safety tips when using fireworks: 

• Only adults who are aware of the hazards and have read the label should handle and discharge fireworks. 

• Always keep a water hose or pail of water close by when discharging fireworks. 

• Discharge fireworks well away from combustible materials like buildings, trees and dry grass. 

• Keep onlookers a safe distance away, upwind from the area where fireworks are discharged. 

• Do not discharge fireworks in windy conditions. 

• Keep sparklers away from children, as they are extremely hot and pose a risk of burns and eye injuries. 

The City of Peterborough by-law regulating fireworks displays and the Noise By-law are available online at peterborough.ca/bylaws. 

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Peterborough Fire Services Urges Residents To Prioritize Safety When Using Fireworks

Peterborough Fire Services has asked residents to respect their neighbours and fellow residents when using fireworks in the City of Peterborough. 

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City by-laws allow for the use of family or casual fireworks in the City on private property. Fireworks cannot be discharged on City property. Larger exhibition-style fireworks displays require a permit. 

While fireworks displays are permitted, residents who use fireworks must follow the Noise By-law and be aware of safety precautions when using fireworks. Fireworks can also startle pets. 

Peterborough Police receive a number of complaints about fireworks, mostly regarding noise. Between May 1 and Sept. 15 of last year, there were 80 such complaints made to the Service. Peterborough Police reminds residents to be respectful of other residents' lawful right to enjoy their property and to be safe.

Peterborough Fire Services reminds residents that using fireworks can be dangerous, causing injury or property damage. Fire Services provides the following safety tips when using fireworks: 

• Only adults who are aware of the hazards and have read the label should handle and discharge fireworks.

• Always keep a water hose or pail of water close by when discharging fireworks.

• Discharge fireworks well away from combustible materials like buildings, trees and dry grass.

• Keep onlookers a safe distance away, upwind from the area where fireworks are discharged.

• Do not discharge fireworks in windy conditions.

• Keep sparklers away from children, as they are extremely hot and can cause burns and eye injuries.

The City of Peterborough by-law regulating fireworks displays and the Noise By-law are available online at peterborough.ca/bylaws. 

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Local Entrepreneur To Open This Weekend's PolarFest With a Bang

As PolarFest begins its three-day event this weekend, Adam Brown, Chemong Lodge owner will have his business kick off the opening ceremonies with a fireworks display on Friday night.

Adam Brown, Chemong Lodge owner (left) with Charlie “Woodchuck” Andolek (right) with one of several ice sculptures. The pictured sculpture is incomplete but is a three-dimensional hockey goalie. Photo by Kirtus Evoy.

The event will run from Fri. to Sun. in several townships such as Selwyn, Lakefield and Bridgenorth. Scheduled events include a candlelight skate, ice sculpture show, pancake breakfast and a spaghetti dinner.

"It's an exciting weekend in the fact in the timing of some restrictions being lifted and that we're able to kick on with PolarFest," said Brown. "It's all the great things we can do outdoors and in our within our community and an opportunity to encourage people to get out."

The Lodge will have free coffee, hot chocolate and some treats available during the opening festivities. The fireworks are done by Supernova Fireworks.

The following is a list of events for PolarFest:

Friday

• 7:30 p.m. - Outdoor Opening Ceremony - Chemong Lodge (764 Hunter St. Bridgenorth) - Kick off PolarFest lakeside with a fireworks show by Supernova Fireworks

• 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. - Candlelight Skate (Ticketed Event) - Ontario Speed Skating Oval (3358 Lakefield Rd. Lakefield) - Hundreds of lights will guide your way around the Oval! Register for your time slot by visiting ontariospeedskatingoval.com

Saturday

• All Day - Ice Sculpture Show - Cenotaph Park (Bridge St. and Water St. Lakefield) Cenotaph Park will sparkle with exquisite ice sculptures by talented sculptors.

• All Day - Ice People Ice Sculptures - Heritage Park (804 Ward St. Bridgenorth) Using ice from Chemong Lake, The Ice People will fill the park with ice sculptures.

• 9:00 a.m to 11:00 a.m. - Drive-Thru Pancake Breakfast - Causeway Christian Assembly (1307 Yankee Line, Ennismore) - FREE

• Noon to 3:00 p.m. - Nordic Day - Ontario Speed Skating Oval - Stop by Adventure Outfitters (1828 8th Line, Lakefield) to grab your equipment, head to the Oval and enjoy the trail groomed for cross country skiing and snowshoeing.

• 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. - Drive-Thru Spaghetti Dinner - Bridgenorth United Church (832 Charles St. Bridgenorth) - Adults: $12 / Children 7 and under: $7

• 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. - Candlelight Skate (Ticketed Event) - Hundreds of lights will guide your way around the Oval! Register for your time slot by visiting ontariospeedskatingoval.com.

Sunday

• All Day - Ice People Ice Sculptures - Heritage Park (804 Ward St. Bridgenorth) Using ice from Chemong Lake, The Ice People will fill the park with ice sculptures.

For a full schedule of events and details, click here.

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Fireworks Display in Peterborough And Omemee On New Years Eve

Peterborough and Omemee will ring in the new year with a fireworks display on Friday night.

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Supernova Fireworks will host the event in Peterborough at Northview Pentecostal Church, at Fairbairn Street and Towerhill Road, Friday, beginning at 8 p.m.

It is assumed that the fireworks should be high enough to be visible from most homes in the city.

Supernova Fireworks is also hosting fireworks in Omemee at the same time on Friday.

This display will take place at Omemee Beach (2 George St S, Omemee).

Supernova is a family run professional fireworks company located in Peterborough.

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Family Of Geese Enjoy Fireworks At Del Crary Park Last Night

PTBOCanada.com Snapchat reporter Jeremy Biden and his wife, Debbie, were at Del Crary Park catching the fireworks over Little Lake on Saturday night, and Jeremy caught these great photos of a family of geese along the banks of the water checking out the action.

The goslings appear to be enthralled with the scenery...

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