Temporary Road Closure and Intersection Restrictions at Park and Romaine Streets Due to Sewer Relining Work Starting April 20

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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)

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Peterborough Butterfly Run Road Closure Notices for April 26

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Road closures will be in effect through race streets on April 26 for the Peterborough Butterfly Run.

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Open to local traffic, the effected streets will be:

  • Engleburn Avenue from the south side of Charles Street to the north side of Maria Street

  • Birdsall Street from the south side of Charles Street to the north side of Maria Street

A full road closure will be in effect from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m for: Maria Street from it’s West limit (trail) to Mark Street, and Burnham Street from the south side of Charles Street to the north side of Maria Street, with the presence of a singular paid duty officer at Birdsall and Maria Street intersections, to maintain local access to the peninsula. Peterborough Police and Run volunteers will be present to help anyone along the Maria Street closure to leave their homes. However, delays can be expected.

Streets will be made available for local traffic. Please be advised that runners will be coming through this area between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. the day of the event.

The Peterborough Butterfly Run supports families and individuals who have experienced a loss during pregnancy, the loss of a child or are unable to conceive. To find out more about the event and/or support, visit the website.

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East City Road Closures In Place For Way of the Cross Event

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Multiple road closures in East City are in effect for Friday’s Way of the Cross event.

Photo courtesy of the Diocese of Peterborough.

The following roads are closed:

  • Hunter Street West between Reid Street and Rubidge Street will be closed from 9:45 a.m. to 1 p.m.

  • Rogers Street between Hunter Street East and Robinson Street from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

A rolling road closure will be in place for the procession from Rubidge Street to Hunter Street, and along Hunter Street to Rogers Street.

The event will start at the Cathedral of St. Peter-in-Chains at 10 a.m. and end at Immaculate Conception Church at about 1 p.m.

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Temporary Overnight Road Closure on Brealey Drive From March 29 to 30 Due to Watermain Work

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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.

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Television Road Reopened Ahead of Schedule After Undergoing Railway Crossing Repairs

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Emergency repairs have been completed ahead of schedule and Television Road has reopened to through traffic as of about 9 a.m. on Thursday.

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Closure was expected to be completed by Thursday evening.

The closure began on Monday by the Canadian Pacific Kansas City Railway. It was done to make an emergency repair to the railway crossing south of Maniece Avenue.

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Television Road Temporarily Closed Until Thursday Evening For Railway Crossing Repairs

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Television Road will be closed to through traffic between Parkhill Road East and Lansdowne Street East/Highway 7.

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The closure is required by Canadian Pacific Kansas City Railway to make an emergency repair to the railway crossing south of Maniece Avenue.

Residents are asked to follow posted signage and detour routes on Parkhill Road East and Lansdowne Street East/Highway 7. Emergency access will not be available across the work site at the railway crossing.

Canadian Pacific Kansas City Railway expects to reopen Television Road to through traffic by Thursday at 5 p.m.

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Major Peterborough Infrastructure Project Now Complete

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Parkhill Road West had been closed to through traffic between Reid and George streets for several months while major upgrades were completed.

Photo by CITY OF PETERBOROUGH.

Parkhill Road West, between Reid and George streets, has been reopened to through traffic following a months-long closure for infrastructure improvements including the replacement of storm sewers, sanitary sewers and a watermain, as well as substantial grading and road reconstruction.

“I’m extremely pleased to see the successful completion of this substantial improvement to one of our major transportation routes through the city, which included significant underground infrastructure to support current residents and future growth,” Mayor Jeff Leal said. “I want to thank the community for their patience during this process.”

“We’re seeing progress on much needed infrastructure work throughout the community, including Armour Road, Lansdowne Street, the downtown repaving work, Brealey Drive and this project on Parkhill Road,” Leal added.

The $7.25 million project, which started construction in June 2023, included excavation, grading, removal and installation of storm sewers, sanitary swears, watermain, storm, sanitary and water services, low impact development features, stormwater management, new curb and gutters and sidewalks.

It also included structural adjustments, asphalt milling, base and surface asphalt installation, tree plantings, signage installations and pavement markings.

“Investments in infrastructure such as the major infrastructure work on Parkhill Road is critical for the life of our community, upgrading and protecting core services including the transportation network, storm water management, sanitary sewers and drinking water pipes,” stated councillors Kevin Duguay and Joy Lachica, co-chairs of the city’s Infrastrucutre, Planning and Growth Management Portfolio. “It’s the foundation for a thriving and growing community.”

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Lansdowne Street West Temporarily Closed Due to Water Main Break

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Lansdowne Street West closed between Monaghan Road and High Street until late Monday afternoon.

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The busy east-west artery has been closed to traffic Monday due to a water main break.

In a post on X, Peterborough Transit advised it would detour the following routes due to the closure:

  • 7W - Lansdowne, Park, Braidwood, Monaghan, McKellar, Erskine, Lansdowne.

  • 8 - Monaghan, Chamberlain, High, McKellar, Monaghan (same in reverse for northbound)

In a media release, Peterborough Utilities advises customers in the area may experience low water pressure and that emergency access is not available.

In an update after 3 p.m. Monday, Peterborough Utilities stated the water main break is now under control, although the estimated timeline to complete the work is between 6-8 hours.

It goes on to add, the break has caused a large demand on the system and it will take time for the system to settle after the repair is complete.

It’s advising customers to run their cold water tap for approximately 10 minutes until clear if their water appears discoloured.

Residents with questions are asked to call Peterborough Utilities customer service at 705-748-6900.

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List of Road Closures During Peterborough Dragon Boat Festival This Saturday

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For the public’s safety, Peterborough’s Dragon Boat Festival committee has secured approval from the City of Peterborough to close Crescent Street from George Street to Winch Street on race day this Saturday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

EACH YEAR, THE DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL MEETS AT LITTLE LAKE OFF CRESCENT STREET. PHOTO COURTESY OF PETERBOROUGH DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL

The closures are in place at the following locations:

  • Rink St. from the east side of George St at the Crary Park Marina entrance.

  • Perry St. from the east side of George St. to the west side of Crescent St.

  • Lake St. from the east side of George St. to the west side of Crescent St.

  • Lock St. from the north side of Romaine St. to the south side of Crescent St.

  • Romaine Street from the east side of Lock St. to the west side of Crescent St.

  • Crescent St. from the south side of Perry St. to the west side of Winch St.

Emergency No Parking signs will be installed in the following locations:

  • Lock Street (both sides) from Romaine Street to Ware Street

  • Winch Street (both sides) from Crescent Street to Ware Street

  • Haggart Street (both sides) from Crescent Street to Ware Street

  • Crescent Street (both sides) from Winch Street to Haggard Street

  • Ware Street (both sides) from Haggart Street to Lock Street

The following is the event schedule (times are subject to change):

  • 8 a.m. - Shuttle bus to parking areas begins running (see website for details)

  • 8 a.m. - Awakening the Dragon/Opening Ceremonies

  • 8:30 a.m. - First Race Heats begin

  • 9 a.m. - Vendors Village Market opens with over 40 vendors brought to us from Modern Makers  Market including food vendors

  • 9 a.m. - Family Fun Zone opens offering activities and crafts from 15 providers to keep everyone entertained.

  • 11 a.m. - The Thirsty Dragon Beer Garden opens

  • 11:15 a.m. to noon - Mackenzie Cup Race series followed by the Survivor Flower Ceremony

  • 1 p.m. - Second Race Heats begin

  • 3:10 p.m. - Divisional Finals begin

  • 3:45 p.m. - Last shuttle bus leaves Del Crary Park

  • 4 p.m. - Raffle draw at the tent near the bleachers

  • 4:30 p.m. - Last shuttle bus leaves Del Crary Park

  • 5:10 p.m. - Final Race fooled by Awards Presentations Fundraisers - At the bleachers

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Peterborough County Beginning Phase Two Of James A. Gifford Causeway Construction This Week

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Peterborough County is already commencing the final phase of construction on the James A. Gifford Causeway in Selwyn Township for this week.

Photo by Keegan Beekers.

Phase 2 encompasses vital repairs to the bridge portion.

“The County is pleased to inform residents and visitors that despite the ongoing construction, the bridge and the road will remain open throughout the project duration. While we expect delays, we anticipate delays may be reduced in comparison to previous phases as we remain committed to minimizing disruptions as much as possible,” according to a statement in a press release from the County.

Completion is expected by November.

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