Parks Canada to Peterborough Start Multi-Year Project For Earth Dams Rehabilitation and Maria Street Swing Bridge Replacement In Coming Weeks

In the coming weeks, Parks Canada will begin a coordinated, multi-year infrastructure project along the Trent–Severn Waterway National Historic Site involving Peterborough Earth Dams and the Maria Street Swing Bridge.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The work includes rehabilitation of the Peterborough Earth Dams to improve canal embankment slope stability and erosion protection between Lock 20 and McFarlane Street Bridge, increasing safety along the canal corridor; repairs and maintenance of the Peterborough Lift Lock to address water infiltration; and replacement of the Maria Street Swing Bridge to support continued safe use and increase its vehicle load carrying capacity while preserving the heritage landscape.

Work within the canal is scheduled outside of the operational season to minimize impacts on navigation. Temporary road closures, detours, and short-term restrictions on pathways, sidewalks and green spaces occur during construction. Parks Canada says they are working closely with the City of Peterborough to coordinate traffic diversions and reduce impacts on emergency services and public transit. Advance public notice will be provided ahead of any major closures or changes.

Regular project updates are provided through a dedicated project webpage and an email subscription list. A public information session is planned for March, with more details (such as construction phases, timelines, and closures) to be shared shortly.

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Peterborough Police Issue 25 Tickets at Several High-Collision Intersections

Officers with the Peterborough Police Service Traffic Unit conducted a traffic detail at several identified high-collision intersections, resulting in 25 tickets being issued on Monday.

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Police Service.

Over the course of six hours, officers were at Park and Lansdowne Street; High and Lansdowne Street; Ashburnham Drive and Lansdowne Street and Water Street and Nassau Mills Road.

The detail resulted in 25 tickets issued:

• Drive - Handheld Communication Device (cell phone) 

  • 17 drivers charged
    $615 fine, three demerit points, and three-day license suspension upon first conviction

• Red Light - Fail to Stop

  • Five drivers charged
    $325 fine, three demerit points

• Amber Light - Fail to Stop

  • Two drivers charged
    $180 fine, three demerit points

• Fail to move into another lane for an emergency vehicle or tow truck - if safe to do so

  • One driver charged
    $490 fine, three demerit points

• Warnings

  • 11 warnings were issued for various other Highway Traffic Act offences. 

“The Peterborough Police Service is dedicated to ensuring the safety of our roads. The Traffic Unit will continue to hold traffic details throughout the year,” said the Peterborough Police in a press release statement.

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Peterborough Transit's Route 3 Park Gets Updated Schedule Starting Sunday

Peterborough Transit will update scheduled running times on Route 3 Park to improve service reliability, starting Sunday.

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Customers may notice minor changes to departure and arrival times. The bus route and the bus stop locations remain the same.  

Route 3 Park operates through the residential areas immediately north and west of downtown. Operating between Trent University West Bank and Summit Plaza on Lansdowne Street, the route primarily travels on Royal Drive, Barnardo Avenue, Wolsely Street, Park Street and Chamberlain Street.

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Half-Load Restrictions Take Effect March 1 For Most City Streets

Commercial vehicles are restricted to half-loads on designated streets within the City of Peterborough from March 1 to April 30.

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The restrictions help protect roadways during the spring thaw, when pavement structures experience reduced load-bearing capacity due to freeze–thaw conditions.

Half-load restrictions are in effect on the following streets: 

• Airport Road from Sir Sanford Fleming Drive to the south city limits 

• Armour Road from Nassau Mills Road to Paddock Wood 

• Ashburnham Drive from McFarlane Street to Maria Street 

• Ashburnham Drive from Neal Drive to the south city limits 

• Bensfort Road from River Road South to the south city limits 

• Brealey Drive from Parkhill Road West to Sherbrooke Street 

• Carnegie Avenue 

• Crawford Drive from Sir Sanford Fleming Drive to 0.6 km east of The Parkway 

• Cumberland Avenue from Ungava Avenue to Carnegie Avenue 

• Dobbin Road 

• Guthrie Drive 

• Harper Road 

• Hetherington Drive from Richard Road to Woodland Drive 

• Johnston Drive 

• MacFarlane Avenue - from Trentview Road to Television Road 

• Maniece Avenue from Ashburnham Drive to Television Road 

• McNamara Road from Guthrie Drive to Driscoll Road 

• Nassau Mills Road 

• Old Norwood Road from Ashburnham Drive to Television Road 

• Otonabee Drive 

• Parkhill Road East from Armour Road to Trent Severn Waterway Swing Bridge 

• Pioneer Road 

• River Road South from Lansdowne Street to Bensfort Road 

• Sherbrooke Street from Glenforest Boulevard to the west city limits 

• Simons Avenue 

• Towerhill Road from Chemong Road to Fairbairn Street 

• University Road 

• Wallace Point Road from Bensfort Road to Driscoll Road 

• Whittington Drive 

• Woodland Drive

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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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Route 4 Bus to Follow Temporary Detour For Weekday Afternoon Trips

Route 4 Weller will follow a temporary detour for select weekday afternoon trips in East City from Monday through June 26.

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This change is necessary due to winter clearance challenges caused by snowbanks, on-street parking, and congestion during Kaawaate East City Public School dismissal times in the Museum Drive and Hunter Street area.

The detour will apply to the following afternoon trips:

• 2:53 p.m. departure from the Terminal (Monday to Friday)

• 3:23 p.m. departure from the Terminal (Monday to Friday)

Bus stops not served on these two trips:

• Hunter Street at Times Square (eastbound and westbound)

• Museum Drive

Alternative boarding locations:

• Westbound trips: Rogers Street at Hunter Street

• Eastbound trips: Hunter Street at Mark Street

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Peterborough and Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce Announces HighSpeed Rail Advancement Event With ALTO

Peterborough and Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce has announced the PK Conversations: HighSpeed Rail Advancement with ALTO event Feb. 19.

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The session aims to help local businesses understand the opportunities and economic advantages associated with ALTO’s highspeed rail development; an initiative poised to reshape travel, strengthen regional connectivity and enhance longterm growth prospects for Peterborough County.

“Highspeed rail stands to transform how our region connects to key markets, moves people, and supports business growth,” said Susan Dunkley, Chair of the Peterborough and the Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce. “This conversation is essential for businesses of all sizes who want to stay informed about this major infrastructure project that will shape our economic future.”

Attendees will hear from Martin Imbleau, the President and CEO of ALTO, regarding project timelines, corridor planning, economic impacts and opportunities for industry collaboration.

“Highspeed rail has the potential to strengthen mobility, reduce emissions and open new economic possibilities for communities like Peterborough County,” said Imbleau. “Engaging directly with local partners is an important part of our work.”

Peterborough County Warden Bonnie Clark will provide regional insights alongside Imbleau.

“Highspeed rail will be a tremendous asset for Peterborough County; enhancing connectivity, creating new economic opportunities, welcoming new visitors and supporting a more sustainable future,” said Clark. “We are pleased to collaborate with the Chamber to ensure businesses have access to the latest information.”

The event will take place at The StoneHouse Hall (2195 Lansdowne St. W) from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Feb. 19. Those interested in attending can register here.

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Peterborough Transit Announces Fare Increases, Effective Next Monday

Peterborough Transit will increase ride fares effective Jan. 19, as part of the Peterborough City Council’s 2026 budget deliberations.

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The new rates are as follows:   

Single Ride – Adult

• Current Fare: $3.25

• New Fare: $3.50

Two Ride – Adult

• Current Fare: $6.50

• New Fare: $7

Day Pass (covers two adults)

• Current Fare: $12

• New Fare: $13

Ten Rides:

• Current Fare: $30

• New Fare: $32

30 Day Pass – Adult

• Current Fare: $77

• New Fare: $83

30 Day Pass – Student

• Current Fare: $72

• New Fare: $77

30 Day Pass – Senior

• Current Fare: $54

• New Fare: $58

Annual Senior Pass

• Current Fare: $300

• New Fare: $325

Semi-Annual Senior pass

• Current Fare: $180

• New Fare: $195

Transit Cab

• Current Fare: $4

• New Fare: $4.25

Children ages 12 and under can ride Peterborough Transit for free.  

Transit passes can be purchased at the Transit Terminal, 190 Simcoe St., or at the Customer Service desk at Lansdowne Place, 645 Lansdowne St. W.  

Transit fares can also be paid via the HotSpot App, available for Apple and Android devices.  Monthly transit passes can be purchased through the HotSpot App. These passes expire at the end of each calendar month.  

More information is available online or by calling Transit Customer Service.  

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Peterborough Transit Service Getting Temporary Changes For Holiday Season

Peterborough Transit is advising customers of upcoming seasonal and holiday service changes, effective Dec. 21 to Jan. 3.  

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Transit services will operate on the following seasonal schedule starting on Dec. 21: 

• 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. 

Regular service hours will resume on Jan. 4.

From Dec. 21 to Jan. 3, the following routes will be temporarily suspended: 

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

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

The following transit service hours will be in effect over the holidays: 

• 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.

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City of Peterborough Seeks Public Input For Peterborough Regional Airport Taxiway B Extension

The City’s Study Design for the Peterborough Regional Airport Taxiway B Extension project next year is available for public review and comments until Jan. 8.

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Residents can find information, share comments and submit questions on the project on the City of Peterborough’s community engagement hub. 

The City’s planned extension of Taxiway B was identified as a priority in the 2022 Master Plan Update for the Peterborough Regional Airport, according to a press release. The project aims to improve safety for ground traffic and address runway capacity needs to support continued growth and operational efficiency at the airport as stated by The City.

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