Pulmonary Function Testing Services Resume at Campbellford Memorial Hospital

The Campbellford Memorial Hospital (CMH) has announced Tuesday the return of Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) services, expanding access to diagnostic testing for patients in Trent Hills and throughout Northumberland, Hastings and Peterborough counties.

The return of PFT services is part of CMH’s broader efforts to expand access to diagnostic services within the community. photo courtesy of the campbellford memorial hospital.

The resumption of PFT services supports earlier diagnosis and improved management of respiratory conditions, including Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), while allowing patients to access testing closer to home.

“Having Pulmonary Function Testing available again at CMH means patients no longer need to travel to facilities outside their community for this important diagnostic service,” said Wendy Cross, Respiratory Therapist at CMH. “It allows us to support timely testing and helps clinicians make informed decisions sooner.”

Testing will be completed by CMH’s Respiratory Therapy team with results interpreted by a CMH physician. 

“Pulmonary Function Testing is a critical tool in diagnosing and managing respiratory disease,” said Dr. Shiyam Loganathan, who will be responsible for reading and interpreting PFT results. “Providing this service locally improves access, reduces delays, and ultimately supports better patient outcomes.”

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City of Peterborough Encourages The Use of Local myAddress Verification Tool

The City of Peterborough encourages residents to use the interactive myAddress Verification tool to confirm officially recognized addresses within the City.

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myAddress Verification allows residents to check their property address and confirm all units associated with a single address are properly recorded.

Information maintained through myAddress Verification is shared with key external partners, including 911 Emergency Services, Canada Post and Hydro One, helping ensure consistency across these essential services. 

Accurate municipal addresses play a critical role in emergency response, helping first responders locate homes and businesses when a call for service is made.

The tool was developed by the City of Peterborough’s Geomatics/Mapping Division. It supports the City’s Municipal Address By-law, which establishes a standardized approach to assigning and modifying municipal addresses.  

When changes occur or new addresses are created, the City issues Address Notification Memos to inform stakeholders and property owners. Residents can search for Address Notification Memos issued since 2004 using the Search Address Memo tool.

Residents are encouraged to explore the City’s full range of online mapping resources by visiting the website.

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City of Peterborough's Curbside Christmas Tree Collection Taking Place Throughout January

The City of Peterborough’s curbside collection of natural Christmas trees is underway throughout the month of January.

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Collection takes place weather permitting and does not follow regular curbside collection schedules. Residents do not need to call to request collection.  

Trees will be composted, and all decorations and tinsel must be removed.

Residents are asked to place trees at the curb in a clearly visible location within safe reach for collection staff. Trees must not be in plastic bags. The City asks that residents avoid snowbanks and ensure that trees do not get buried in snow.

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2026 Waste Management Calendar and Guide Available

The City of Peterborough’s 2026 Waste Management Calendar and Guide is available online and for pickup at three locations across the City.

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The calendar includes collection dates and waste disposal tips to help residents manage household waste. It also provides general information about curbside collection for green bin, garbage, yard waste and recycling, as well as details about the City-County Landfill and the Hazardous and Electronic Waste Depot.

Calendars are available for pickup at the following locations: 

• City Hall, 500 George St. N., pick up at Service Peterborough, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. 

• Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre, 775 Brealey Dr., pick up at the main desk, Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.  

• Miskin Law Community Centre, 271 Lansdowne St. W., pick up at the main desk, 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., Monday to Friday; Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Calendars are available while supplies last, with a limit of one per residence. A digital copy is also available online.

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City Services and Facilities to Operate On Holiday Hours

Many City of Peterborough services and facilities will operate on modified schedules or will be closed during the holiday season, starting on Wednesday and continuing until New Year’s Day.

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First responders, public works, water services and wastewater treatment continue uninterrupted.  

Information regarding holiday closures and modified hours within City of Peterborough facilities are provided below. 

Art Gallery of Peterborough 

Art Gallery of Peterborough, 250 Crescent St., holiday schedule: 

• Dec. 24, 25, 26: Closed 

• Dec. 27: Open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.  

• Dec. 28: Open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

• Dec. 29, 30, 31 and Jan. 1: Closed  

Regular hours resume on Jan. 2. 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 operate on the following holiday schedule: 

• Dec. 24: Open 8:30 a.m. to noon 

• Dec. 25 to Jan. 1: Closed 

• Jan. 2: Open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 

Online services are available at peterborough.ca. Fine payments can be made online at peterborough.ca/POA. 

Parking Services 

The Parking Services office, located in the King Street Parking Garage at 202 King St., will have modified hours on the following dates: 

• Dec. 24: Open 8:30 a.m. to noon 

• Dec. 25, 26: Closed 

• Dec. 31: Open 8:30 a.m. to noon 

• Jan. 1: Closed 

Visit peterborough.ca/parking for more information. 

Peterborough Museum and Archives 

Peterborough Museum and Archives holiday schedule:  

• Dec. 24: Open 9 a.m. to noon

• Dec. 25, 26: Closed 

• Dec. 27, 28: Open noon to 5 p.m. 

• Dec. 29, 30: Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

• Dec. 31: Open 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. 

• Jan. 1: Closed 

More information 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., holiday schedule: 

• Dec. 24: Open 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

• Dec. 25, 26: Closed  

• Dec. 27, 28, 29, 30: Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

• Dec. 31: Open 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

• Jan. 1: Closed  

Regular hours resume Jan.. Information and digital resources are available online at ptbolibrary.ca. 

Peterborough Regional Airport 

Peterborough Regional Airport, located at 925 Airport Rd., will operate regular hours from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. throughout the holiday period, except on Dec. 25, when the airport will be closed. Pilot access will remain available on this day. 

For more information, visit peterborough.ca/airport. 

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 and arenas 

Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre, 775 Brealey Dr., and Miskin Law Community Complex, 271 Lansdowne St. W., will have modified hours or will be closed on the following dates: 

• Dec. 24: Open 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.  

• Dec. 25 and 26: Closed 

• Dec. 31: Open 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

• Jan. 1: Closed  

The following facilities will be closed Dec. 24, 25, 26 and Jan. 1.  

• Kinsmen Civic Centre, 1 Kinsmen Way  

• Healthy Planet Arena, 911 Monaghan Rd.  

• Recreation Facility Booking Office 

• Peterborough Memorial Centre, 151 Lansdowne St. W.  

The McDonnel Street Community Centre, 577 McDonnel St., and the Peterborough Naval Memorial Park, 24 Whitlaw St., will be closed from noon on Dec. 24 to Jan. 5. 

The Peterborough Memorial Centre Box Office will have modified hours on the following dates: 

• Dec. 24: Open 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

• Dec. 25, 26: Closed 

• Dec. 31: Open 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

• Jan. 1: Open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a Petes game 

Ticket sales are available online at memorialcentre.ca.   

Outdoor Rink at Quaker Foods City Square 

The Quaker Foods City Square outdoor rink is expected to be open: 

• Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. 

• Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. 

Holiday Hours will be in effect on the following dates: 

• Dec. 24: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

• Dec. 25: Closed 

Unscheduled rink closures may occur due to inclement weather or ice conditions. 

Riverview Park and Zoo 

Riverview Park and Zoo, 1300 Water St. N., is open from 8:30 a.m. to dusk daily.  

The Gift Shop will be open on Dec. 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.   

The Hatch Coffee Shop is open on Saturday and Sunday throughout the winter season from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

Social Services 

Social Services office, 178 Charlotte St. and all City-operated child care centres will be closed from noon on Dec. 24 through Jan. 1. Sites reopen with regular hours on Jan. 2. 

Emergency shelter services remain open. To access emergency shelter services outside of regular business hours or on holidays, call the after-hours service at 705-926-0096. 

Transit 

Transit will operate on the following seasonal schedule from Dec. 21 through Jan. 3: 

• Monday to Friday: 5:15 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. (next day)  

• Saturday: 5:45 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. (next day)  

• Sunday: 7:15 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.  

 
The following routes will be suspended: 

• Late-night service to Trent University and Fleming College. Service will resume on Jan. 4, 2026.  

• Water - Route 11/11A. Service will resume on Jan. 5, 2026.  

Service hours will be modified on the following dates:  

• Dec. 24: Service ends at 8:30 p.m.  

• Dec. 25: No service 

• Dec. 26: Service will operate on regular Sunday hours 

• Dec. 31: Service ends at 8:30 p.m.  

• Jan. 1: No service 

For more information visit peterborough.ca/transit. 

Waste collection and facilities 

Curbside collection of Green Bins, garbage and recycling continues over the holiday period, with the following changes:  

• Dec. 25: Collection for Zones 5 and 6 moves to Dec. 27 

• Dec. 26: Collection for Zones 7 and 8 moves to Dec. 29 

• Jan. 1: Collection for Zones 5 and 6 moves to Jan. 3 

Visit peterborough.ca/WasteApp to search the online collection calendar by address.   

For missed collections: 

• Recycling: Contact Emterra at 705-742-3139 

• Garbage or Green Bin: Contact Public Works at 705-745-1386 

City-County Landfill, 1260 Bensfort Rd., will have modified hours on the following dates: 

• Dec. 24: Open 8 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. 

• Dec. 25, 26: Closed 

• Dec. 31: Open 8 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. 

• Jan. 1: Closed 

Hazardous & Electronic Waste Depot, 400 Pido Rd., will have modified hours on the following dates: 

• Dec. 24: Open 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

• Dec. 25, 26: Closed  

• Dec. 31: Open 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

• Jan. 1: Closed 

Water Services 

Water Services Customer Service will be closed for in-person service at noon on Dec. 24 and will reopen on Jan. 2 at 8:30 a.m.  

For water services emergencies during this period, including watermain breaks, leaking hydrants, low water pressure, emergency water shut-offs, water quality concerns, or rental water heater issues, call 705-748-9300. For more information visit peterborough.ca/waterservices. 

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Blue Box Program to Accept More Recyclable Items Starting Jan. 1

Starting Jan. 1, Peterborough residents will be able to recycle more items through the Province’s Blue Box program.  

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Circular Materials, a not-for-profit organization, manages the recycling collection and processing program in the City of Peterborough through its local contractor, Emterra Environmental, under Ontario’s Blue Box Regulation. Recycling collection and processing in the City of Peterborough was assumed by Circular Materials effective Jan. 1, 2024. 

The expanded list of items eligible for recycling through the Blue Box program is part of Ontario’s move to Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), which shifts responsibility for recycling to the companies that produce packaging and paper products.  

The changes to the Blue Box program allow the same recyclable materials to be accepted across the province and more items can now be recycled.  

Newly accepted items include: 

• Black plastic containers 

• Hot and cold beverage cups 

• Deodorant and toothpaste tubes 

• Frozen juice containers 

• Ice cream tubs and similar packaging 

• Foam packaging, including meat trays, takeout containers, cups, plates, bowls and foam packaging for products 

• Flexible packaging, which includes potato chip bags, bubble wrap, snack wrappers, cereal box liners, deli pouches and plastic gift bags

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City of Peterborough's Winter Parking Restrictions to Take Effect Dec. 1

The City of Peterborough’s winter parking restrictions begins on Dec. 1 to support snow-clearing operations throughout the season. 

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Winter parking restrictions: 

• From Dec. 1 to April 1, parking is prohibited on all city streets from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m. The penalty is $35. 

• During a snowstorm, when snow-clearing operations are underway, no parking is permitted on any city street. The penalty is $80, and vehicles may be towed. Snow-clearing operations typically take place between midnight and 8 a.m. 

The City has placed these restrictions to help crews clear roads safely and efficiently, especially during overnight snow operations.

Free overnight parking is permitted at all municipal parking lots, including the King Street Parkade, 202 King St. and the Simcoe Parking Garage, 190 Simcoe St. If customers are using either parking garage overnight due to a snowstorm, they can obtain a gate arm ticket upon entry, which can be used for a free transit trip home.

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Milroy Drive Bulk Water Fill Station Services Restored After Repairs and Maintenance

The Bulk Water Fill Station at 280 Milroy Dr. has been restored after maintenance and repairs.

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Prepaid PIN codes and credit card payments can be used to access bulk water services. Debit card and cash payments are not supported for Bulk Water Fill Station services. 

Customers can create a PIN code by setting up an account and completing the Bulk Water Fill Station Prepayment Form; a minimum prepayment is required. Once the account is established, Water Services staff will contact the customer by phone to provide the PIN access code and equipment number.

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Peterborough Public Library Appoints New CEO/Director

The Peterborough Public Library Board and the City of Peterborough have appointed Melissa Redden as the new CEO/Director of the Peterborough Public Library, effective Nov. 24. 

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Redden currently serves as Manager of Public Service with the Ajax Public Library. She is part of the senior leadership team supporting the Chief Librarian and Executive Officer with strategic initiatives, operating and capital budgets and Town priorities. In this role, she oversees customer service, programming, community outreach, safety and operations. 

“We’re delighted to welcome Melissa to the Peterborough Public Library,” said Laurianne Gruzas of the Peterborough Public Library Board. “Her depth of experience and commitment to community-focused service make her an excellent choice to lead the library into its next chapter.” 

“I am honoured to be joining the Peterborough Public Library as the new CEO/Director,” said Redden. “Libraries are vital community spaces that inspire discovery, connection, and lifelong learning. I look forward to working with our team and partners to continue building a vibrant and inclusive library for everyone.” 

Before joining the Ajax Public Library, Redden held several leadership positions with the Clarington Public Library, Museums and Archives, including Deputy Director, Public Service Manager and Collections Coordinator. 

Redden holds a Master of Information, Library and Information Science, from the University of Toronto, a Bachelor of Education from Queen’s University and a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) from Brock University.

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Milroy Drive Bulk Water Fill Station Temporarily Unable to Accept Credit Cards Due to Maintenance

The Bulk Water Fill Station at 280 Milroy Dr. is temporarily unable to process credit card payments due to ongoing maintenance and repairs.

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Customers using prepaid PIN codes are unaffected and may continue to use the service.

The City will issue an update when the credit card payment system at the Bulk Water Fill Station is restored.

The station typically accepts only prepaid PIN codes and credit card payments; debit cards and cash are not supported.

Customers can create a PIN code by setting up an account and completing the Bulk Water Fill Station Prepayment Form; a minimum prepayment is required. Once the account is established, Water Services staff will contact the customer by phone to provide the PIN access code and equipment number.

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