Structural Watermain Rehabilitation Underway On Cherryhill Road
/Structural watermain rehabilitation is now underway along Cherryhill Road from Redwood Drive to Kawartha Heights Boulevard.
Photo by Felicia Massey.
Peterborough Blogs
Temporary Road Closure and Intersection Restrictions at Park and Romaine Streets Due to Sewer Relining Work Starting April 20
/A section of Romaine Street between Park Street and Aylmer Street will be temporarily closed to through traffic from April 20 to 24 while sewer relining work is completed.
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Local access for residents in the construction area will be maintained.
The following turning restrictions will also be in place at the intersection of Park and Romaine Streets, daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. while sewer lines are by-passed between maintenance holes:
Northbound on Park Street: no left turn, no right turn
Southbound on Park Street: no left turn
Eastbound on Romaine Street: no left turn, no through traffic
Westbound on Romaine Street: no access
Detours:
Detour 1 will direct southbound traffic on Park Street to turn east onto Lansdowne Street and then north on Aylmer Street, returning to Romaine Street
Detour 2 will direct northbound traffic on Park Street to continue north onto Rubidge Street, then turn west on Sherbrooke Street and south on Monaghan Road, returning to Romaine Street
For more information about this service disruption, contact James Mahoney, Senior Engineering Technologist, Water Resource Systems by phone (ext. 1793)
City of Peterborough Announces Holiday Hours for City Services During Easter Weekend
/Over the Easter weekend, many City facilities and services will be operating under holiday hours or will be closed between Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6.
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The City offers a variety of online services at peterborough.ca that are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Waste collection for residents in Zones 7 and 8 on Friday, April 3 moves to Monday, April 6.
Art Gallery of Peterborough
The Art Gallery of Peterborough (250 Crescent St.) will be closed Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6. The Art Gallery will be open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 4 and Sunday, April 6.
City Hall
City Hall (500 George St. N.) including Service Peterborough, the Clerk’s office, Building Services and the Provincial Offences Office, will be closed on Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6.
Online services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week at peterborough.ca.
Provincial Offences Act tickets can be made online at peterborough.ca/POA.
Parking Services
Parking in City-operated parking garages, surface lots and on-street parking spaces is free on weekends and holidays, including Friday, April 3. Parking will not be free on Monday, April 6.
The Parking Services office located in the King Street Parkade will be closed on Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6.
Visit peterborough.ca/parking to find more information, including parking locations.
Peterborough Museum and Archives
The Peterborough Museum and Archives (300 Hunter St. E.) is closed Friday, April 3.
The Museum will be open from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 4 through Monday, April 6.
The exhibit “We Wear Many Hats” opens Saturday, April 4, inviting visitors to explore how something as familiar as a hat can carry both personal and collective meaning through a combination of objects, personal stories and thoughtful design. Visitors can also enjoy a new Spring Scavenger Hunt, a fun and interactive way for families and kids of all ages to explore the museum. Admission is a suggested donation of $10 per group.
Peterborough Public Library
The Peterborough Public Library’s main library (345 Aylmer St. N.) and the Miskin Law Community Complex (MLCC) branch (271 Lansdowne St. W.) will be closed from Friday, April 3 through Monday, April 6.
Library card holders can access MLCC branch when the MLCC is open by scanning their library card at the door and entering their PIN to access the library. Card holders can then browse books, pick up holds and check out items using the self check-out machines.
Audiobooks, eBooks, eLearning and eMagazines can still be accessed by visiting ptbolibrary.ca/DigitalCollections.
Peterborough Regional Airport
The Peterborough Regional Airport will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
For more information on the airport visit peterborough.ca/airport.
Public Works
Public Works can be reached by phone. This line is answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Recreation Facilities
The Kinsmen Civic Centre and Healthy Planet Arena
Both the Kinsmen Civic Centre and the Healthy Planet Arena will be closed Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6.
Miskin Law Community Complex
The Miskin Law Community Complex (271 Lansdowne St. W.) will be open Friday April 3 from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Monday, April 6 from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Peterborough Memorial Centre
The Peterborough Memorial Centre is closed Friday April 3, and open Monday, April 6 from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
The Doane Grant Thornton Box Office is closed on Friday, April 3. Tickets for events can be purchased online at memorialcentre.ca.
If the Peterborough Petes continue through the playoffs, the box office will open Monday, April 6 from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.
McDonnel Street Community Centre
The McDonnel Street Community Centre is closed from Friday, April 3 through Monday, April 6, with the exception of pre-booked events at the facility.
Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre
The Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre (775 Brealey Dr.) is open Friday, April 3 from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Monday, April 6 from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Riverview Park and Zoo
The Riverview Park and Zoo is open and operating on regular hours, 8:30 a.m. to dusk, during the long weekend. The Gift Shop will be closed on Friday, April 3.
Social Services and Child Care Centres
The Social Services office (178 Charlotte St.) will be closed Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6.
Emergency shelter services remain open over the holiday. To access emergency shelter services outside of regular business hours, or on holidays, call the after-hours service.
City-operated child care centres will be closed on Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6.
Transit
Peterborough Transit will operate on a Sunday/Holiday service schedule on Friday, April 3.
The Customer Service desk will be open from 9 a.m. to noon and 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Regular Peterborough Transit service hours resume Monday, April 6.
Visit peterborough.ca/transit for details or call Transit Customer Service.
Waste Collection and Facilities
The City/County Landfill (1260 Bensfort Rd.) and the Hazardous and Electronic Waste Depot (400 Pido Rd.) will be closed on Friday, April 3. The landfill will be open for its regular hours of 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. on Monday, April 6.
Water Services
Water Services Customer Service will be closed on Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6.
For water services emergencies, including watermain breaks on public property, leaking hydrants, low water pressure, emergency water shut-offs, water quality concerns or rental water heater issues, call.
For more information visit peterborough.ca/waterservices.
Temporary Overnight Road Closure on Brealey Drive From March 29 to 30 Due to Watermain Work
/Brealey Drive will be temporarily closed between Lansdowne Street West and Sir Sandford Fleming Drive from 7 p.m. on March 29 to 7 a.m. on March 30 to facilitate watermain work.
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The work has been scheduled overnight to minimize disruption to daytime traffic. A detour will be in place, and access to local properties will be maintained.
Temporary disruptions to water service will occur on Brealey Drive between Stenson Boulevard and Forster Avenue while the work is underway. Affected customers will be notified.
Following watermain work, tap water may be discoloured due to minor sediment in the system. To clear the water, run the cold water tap closest to the water meter for 10 to 15 minutes until it runs clear. If discolouration persists, wait one hour and repeat the process.
For City of Peterborough Water Services inquiries, including discoloured water and watermain breaks on public property, call (extension 1295) during regular business hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For after-hours emergencies, this number can be called.
For more information on water services, visit the website.
Peterborough Police Service and Fourcast Partner On Addictions Specialist Team
/The Peterborough Police Service and Fourcast have announced a new partnership under Fourcast’s Police Outreach Program aimed at supporting individuals experiencing substance use.
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In January 2026 a new Addiction Specialist Team was formed within the Peterborough Police Service consisting of a police constable and an addictions counsellor. The team of PC Tim Fish and Addictions Counsellor Storm Brown has been tasked with outreach and foot patrol to check-in with unhoused and vulnerable people in our community. They will also respond to Calls for Service such as open-air drug usage, wellbeing checks and unwanted persons. Further, the team will liaise with community partners in this space (e.g. shelters, hospital, HART Hub services and other outreach groups) to continue to build positive relationships.
"We are excited to contribute dedicated Fourcast resources to this Addiction Specialist Team response with the Peterborough Police Service,” said Donna Rogers, Executive Director of Fourcast. “We welcome the opportunity to partner and explore new opportunities for outreach with all community partners. Our hope is to gain new learning and experiences that further our collective goals."
Fourcast has access to programming ranging from counselling to addiction treatment services to supportive housing programs. The goal is to try and connect people to these services and follow-up as appropriate.
All officers with the Peterborough Police Service have also been asked to reach out this unit with referrals.
“We are thrilled to have Storm join our team in this capacity. So far, the partnership is working well, and we anticipate that it will continue to be successful in assisting some of the more vulnerable people in our community,” said Stu Betts, Chief of the Peterborough Police Service. “We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with Fourcast to help improve the safety and wellbeing of those in our community.”
Annual Roadway Pothole Repairs Underway in the City of Peterborough
/Annual pothole repairs are underway in the City of Peterborough to address road damage caused by winter freeze-thaw cycles.
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Potholes develop as fluctuating temperatures allow water to seep into cracks in the pavement, freeze and expand, then contract as conditions warm. Over time this repeated process weakens the asphalt, and traffic passing over these areas can cause the surface to break apart and form potholes.
Late winter and early spring typically bring increased pothole activity due to melting snow, rainfall and ongoing temperature fluctuations.
Approximately 1,028 kilometres of roadway are maintained by the City’s Public Works department. Public Works staff regularly patrol roadways and respond to reported issues as weather conditions permit. High-traffic areas and locations where conditions pose safety concerns are prioritized.
Residents are encouraged to report potholes to assist in identifying and addressing issues. Reports can be submitted by completing the online Service Request form or by calling Public Works. When reporting a pothole, provide the exact location, including the nearest property address or intersection.
Motorists are reminded to reduce speed and maintain a safe distance when approaching road maintenance operations. Half-load restrictions on designated municipal roads remain in effect until April 30. These seasonal weight limits help prevent additional deterioration when pavement structures are more vulnerable.
List of City Services On Family Day 2026
/Several City services will be offering modified hours and some City facilities will be closed for Family Day on Feb.16.
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Snofest events will take place from Friday to Feb.16. Visit peterborough.ca/Snofest for a full listing of free activities, including public skating, swimming and a pancake breakfast.
Information regarding holiday closures and hours within City of Peterborough facilities are provided below.
Art Gallery of Peterborough
The Art Gallery of Peterborough, 250 Crescent St., will be closed on Family Day. For information about gallery exhibitions and programs, visit agp.on.ca.
City Hall
City Hall offices at 500 George St. N., including Service Peterborough, Building Services, the Clerk’s Office and the Provincial Offences Office, will be closed on Family Day.
Online services are available at peterborough.ca. Fine payments can be made online at peterborough.ca/POA.
Parking Services
Parking in City-operated parking garages, surface lots and on-street parking spaces is free on weekends and holidays.
The Parking Services office located in the King Street Parkade will be closed on Family Day.
Peterborough Museum and Archives
Add a little roar to your Family Day! The Peterborough Museum and Archives at 300 Hunter St. E. will be open noon to 5 p.m. Don’t miss the chance to explore the feature exhibit, Carnivorous Dinosaurs. Discover how these prehistoric predators ruled the earth millions of years ago.
Information about current exhibitions is available online at peterborough.ca/museum.
Peterborough Public Library
Peterborough Public Library, 345 Aylmer St. N., and the Miskin Law Community Complex branch, 271 Lansdowne St. W., will be closed on Family Day.
Peterborough Regional Airport
Peterborough Regional Airport, located at 925 Airport Rd., will operate from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Public Works
Public Works can be reached at 705-745-1386. This line is answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Recreation Facilities
The Kinsmen Civic Centre and the Healthy Planet Arena
The Kinsmen Civic Centre and the Healthy Planet Arena, including the Recreation Facility Booking office, will be closed on Family Day except to scheduled user groups.
Miskin Law Community Complex
Miskin Law Community Complex will be open. A free Snofest Family Day public skate, sponsored by Royal LePage ProAlliance Realty, will take place from noon to 1:50 p.m.
The complex’s walking track is open from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Peterborough Memorial Centre
The Petes annual Family Day hockey game will take place at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on Feb.16. The puck drops at 2:05 p.m. with the Peterborough Petes hosting the Kitchener Rangers.
Tickets are available for purchase at memorialcentre.ca or by calling the Grant Thornton Box Office at 705-743-3561. The box office will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Feb.16.
McDonnel Street Community Centre
McDonnel St. Community Centre will be closed on Family Day.
Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre
The Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre at 775 Brealey Dr. will open from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Snofest Drop-in Sports featuring pickleball, badminton and basketball will take place from 6:15 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Learn more at peterborough.ca/Snofest.
Outdoor Rink at Quaker Foods City Square
The outdoor rink at Quaker Foods City Square, 215 Charlotte St., will be open for skating from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., weather permitting.
Riverview Park and Zoo
Riverview Park and Zoo, 1300 Water St. N., is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to dusk, including on Family Day. Visit https://www.riverviewparkandzoo.ca/ for more information.
Social Services and Child Care Centres
The Social Services office at 178 Charlotte St. will be closed on Family Day. Extended office hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday, resume on Feb.17.
Emergency shelter services remain open over the holiday. To access emergency shelter services outside of regular business hours, or on holidays, call the after-hours service at 705-926-0096.
City-operated child care centres will be closed on Family Day.
Transit
Peterborough Transit will operate on a Sunday/Holiday service schedule on Feb.16.
The Customer Service desk will be open from 9 a.m. to noon and 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Waste Collection and Facilities
There will be no changes to curbside Green Bin and garbage collection on Feb. 16.
The City/County Landfill at 1260 Bensfort Rd. and the Hazardous and Electronic Waste Depot at 400 Pido Rd. will be closed on Feb.16.
Water Services
Water Services Customer Service will be closed on Family Day.
For water services emergencies over the holiday, including watermain breaks, leaking hydrants, low water pressure, emergency water shut-offs, water quality concerns, or rental water heater issues, call 705-748-9300.
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Selwyn Township Partners With GreenUP To Offer Free Transit Rider Workshops
/The Township of Selwyn, in partnership with GreenUP, is offering free transit rider workshops for community members interested in learning how to use public transit with confidence.
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Workshops will take place Feb. 12, at the following locations:
Curve Lake Cultural Centre (1024 Mississauga St., Curve Lake)
10 a.m.
10:30 a.m.
Lakefield Community Care Office (40 Rabbit St., Lakefield)
3 p.m.
3:30 p.m.
Interested participants can register in advance using the online registration form. All participants will be entered into a draw to win one free 10-ride Link bus pass.
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City of Peterborough Approved For Provincial and Municipal Funding After March 2025 Ice Storm
/At a City of Peterborough Council meeting Monday, the City announced that municipal and provincial funding has been granted to help offset $11 million in unplanned response and recovery costs following the March 2025 ice storm.
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The March 29 to 30, 2025 ice storm caused extensive damage across central and eastern Ontario, with the City of Peterborough experiencing significant impacts to transportation networks, hydro infrastructure and municipal operations. In response, the City activated the Emergency Control Group (ECG) and implemented a coordinated multi-agency emergency response supported by community partners, third-party contractors, Ontario Corps volunteers and other municipalities.
Throughout the event, emergency services responded to an increased volume of calls related to downed hydro lines, transportation concerns, and structural hazards caused by ice loading. Public Works and utility services crews were deployed to clear debris, manage road safety, maintain and restore municipal infrastructure and support Hydro One with access to affected areas.
The March 2025 ice storm resulted in significant unplanned expenditures across multiple City divisions. Response and recovery costs totalled approximately $11 million and included equipment deployment, contractor support, overtime staffing, debris removal, facility operations and the operation of Warming Centres.
In response to the storm, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH) established the Municipal Ice Storm Assistance (MISA) program to provide one-time financial support to eligible municipalities for incremental costs incurred because of the ice storm.
The City submitted its MISA application on October 31, 2025, identifying $9,359,201 in expenses eligible under MISA guidelines. The remaining $1.66 million in ineligible costs will be funded by the City and reflected in the 2025 operating budget. Based on the MISA funding formula, if the City’s claim is fully approved, the City would be eligible to receive $7,949,223 in provincial funding, with a municipal contribution totalling $1,409,978.
On December 18, 2025, the City received confirmation from MMAH of funding approval up to $7,950,000 for incremental costs incurred from the ice storm.
City of Peterborough Launches New Interactive Snowplow Map
/A new City of Peterborough snowplow tracker has launched, providing residents with an interactive map to follow the plowing and treating of roads during winter maintenance operations in near real-time.
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The map uses GPS/Automatic Vehicle Locating (AVL) technology to display the location and progress of snowplows as they work to clear roads and keep transportation routes safe throughout snow events. The data on the map is refreshed every five minutes and will be active for the winter season.
Residents can use the map to:
View plow activity in near real‑time
Track progress on prioritized routes, including major arterial roads, transit routes and residential streets
The map shows latest plow activity using the following colour key:
Green - less than 1 hour
Orange - 1 to 2 hours
Blue - 2 to 6 hours
Pink - 6 to 12 hours
Purple - 12 to 24 hours
No colour - more than 24 hours
