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"I am so grateful the school puts such a great effort into understanding Saxon's autism and Tourette's, and working with him to help him cope," his father Terry tells PTBOCanada. "Our family and in particular Saxon has gone through a great deal as we struggled to find ways to treat him as medications always seemed to make things worse."
5th Annual Paint The Town Red For United Way Of Peterborough Raises Record $15,000
/The United Way of Peterborough has announced that the 5th annual Paint the Town Red on July 19th raised a record breaking $15,000+.
Thirty-two restaurants, cafes and pubs—up from 22 last year—donated 25 percent of their daily sales to support United Way Peterborough & District, with proceeds directly impacting vital social services in this community. The donations came in from restaurants, individual donations from customers, and the UW's newly launched Text to Give program.
Left to right: United Way of Peterborough Director of Philanthrophic Impact Lisa Smith, United Way of Peterborough CEO Jim Russell & United Way of Peterborough cabinet member Laura Crann.
A Big Red Spoon (with a touch of plaid) was introduced this year by the United Way of Peterborough, and folks were clamouring for a spoon spotting and spoon selfies. Built by United Way cabinet member Terry Guiel—Executive Director of the DBIA—it was a hit all day with restaurant/cafe owners and patrons.
Also, the hashtag #PaintPtboRed was trending on Twitter across Canada, most of the day hovering in the Top 3, once again showing how engaged this community is on social media.
“Our community is passionate and resilient, and the success of this year’s Paint the Town Red event is testament to that," says Jim Russell, CEO of United Way Peterborough & District.
"Our restaurants and food are second to none in the Province. And once again we thank the entrepreneurial spirit of our restauranteurs and their commitment to building local economy while at the same time giving back to community."
The dollars raised in this event will be going right back into this community to support the United Way of Peterborough's 16 partner agencies in their work building a stronger and healthier community.
This year's United Way of Peterborough campaign is chaired by our PTBOCanada Co-Founder Neil Morton. The next two big United Way events are UW's Campaign Launch at the Evinrude Centre on September 19th and Petes Plaid Night in support of United Way on November 2nd. Contact Lisa Smith at the United Way for ticket info for those events.
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An Accessibility Mat Has Been Installed At Beavermead Beach
/The City of Peterborough, along with the Accessibility Advisory Committee, have announced the installation of a beach access mat at Beavermead Beach (2011 Ashburnham Drive).
The access mat is designed to enhance accessibility at the beach. The mat provides a walkway across the sand, allowing for easier access to the water for everyone—including people who use wheelchairs and other mobility aids, as well as parents with strollers.
A ribbon cutting will take place on Friday (August 25th) at 3 p.m. at Beavermead Beach. The public are invited out to the ribbon cutting to celebrate the community's continued commitment to accessibility.
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Guide: Here Are Police-Related Services You Can Access At PeterboroughPolice.com
/Peterborough Police have great online services on their website that allow the community to access a wide range of police-related services easily. Here are some of them below...
REPORT A NON-EMERGENCY CRIME
If you would like to report a non-emergency crime, you can do so here. Types of non-emergency crimes that can be reported via their online system include:
-> Theft under $5,000
-> Theft from vehicle
-> Fraud scams
-> Damage to vehicle
-> Damage to property
-> Lost property
REQUEST A RECORD CHECK
If you live within the jurisdiction policed by their Service (City of Peterborough, Ward of Lakefield, Township of Cavan Monaghan), you can request a record check online here.
Completed record checks can be picked up in the main lobby of the Peterborough Police Station (500 Water Street), or the record check can also be mailed to the applicant.
REQUEST A BICYCLE LICENSE
This free service is meant to safeguard your bicycle and increase the chances of having your bicycle returned to you if it is lost or stolen. You can either register for a bicycle license in-person at one of their police stations (500 Water Street, Peterborough or 12 Queen Street, Lakefield) or online here.
In order to register online, you must first obtain a licence sticker. Licence stickers can be obtained at bicycle retailers or at the front counter of the Peterborough Police Service headquarters at any time, 365 days a year. Their station in Lakefield may have more restricted hours. If you wish to register in person, you will need to bring your bicycle information.
REQUEST A HOMEGUARD INSPECTION
The Homeguard Inspection Program is a community-based crime prevention initiative of their Auxiliary officers. This program allows community members to take an active role in making their homes less susceptible to criminal activity.
Members of the Auxiliary Unit attend a person’s home and conduct a free home security audit. They inspect windows, doors, and the exterior of the home. A written report is provided to the homeowner detailing potential improvements, for maximum safety.
Officers often recommend Homeguard Inspections to victims of break and enter or domestic violence, but anyone can request an inspection. Homeguard is meant to help residents improve home security and prevent break-ins and thefts at their home. For more information, go here.
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There Is A Hate-Free Peace Vigil In Peterborough August 20th At Confederation Square
/A Hate-Free Peace Vigil has been organized for Sunday (August 20th) at Confederation Square in response to President Trump’s rhetoric.
The Facebook event page says this: "We need to build a society that is inclusive, not exclusive, not just for White people, but for everyone. In Peterborough, if we keep silent, if we don’t speak up, then unfortunately we could have groups forming like the White Supremacy groups in the States that is encouraging other people to join them in the brutality of hurting others."
The event is hosted and organized by Peterborough's Charmaine Magumbe, and includes the Community Race Relations Committee, Black Lives Matter and Peace Council Peterborough. It takes place starting at 6 p.m. at Confederation Park on Sunday.
For more info, go here.
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Peterborough Petes Accepting Billet Family Applications for 2017-18 Season
/The Peterborough Petes are looking for interested Billet Families for the upcoming 2017-18 season. The team hopes to provide the best living arrangements for their players with the help of local community members.
The Petes are extremely proud of their billet program and could not function without the support of so many families who welcome their players into their homes. Ideal families will be able to provide clean, spacious accommodations for players in an environment conducive to healthy lifestyles.
If you are interested in joining the Petes family and feel you may be a successful candidate, contact Cathie Webster in the Petes Office at cwebster@gopetesgo.com or 705.743.3681, ext 221.
For complete details on becoming a Petes Billet Family, click here.
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Peterborough County On Gifford Causeway Garbage Post Being Shared Widely On Social Media
/On Tuesday (August 8th), Brad Sinclair posted to his Facebook page about the mess of garbage along the James A. Gifford Causeway he discovered while out for a kayak ride. He was appalled by the amount of garbage he saw, and wanted to know what could be done.
The post is getting hundreds of shares from concerned citizens...
Peterborough County put out a media release on Wednesday afternoon in regards to the post with the following response:
"It is disgraceful that some people don't honour and respect the beauty and nature of our region. Peterborough County Waste Management provides waste removal services in the areas where public access is accessible. County Waste Management’s role can be unchanged unless directed by Council. Any decision to restrict the use of the public spaces surrounding the causeway would have to come from Council (in discussions with the MNR and the Township of Selwyn) who meet on August 23."
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Peterborough Theatre Guild New Play Dracula Upcoming, Invites You To Visit Canadian Blood Services
/Peterborough Theatre Guild invites you to visit the Canadian Blood Services at 55 George St N., in Peterborough on Saturday, September 9th, from 8 a.m. - noon.
That day at Blood Services, you will receive one complimentary ticket for PTG's production of Dracula. Also, the members of the cast and crew, including Dracula himself, will be there that day in costume.
The complimentary ticket is valid for the Preview Show of Dracula on Thursday, September 21st at 8 p.m.
Written by Stephen Dietz and directed by John Lunman, the play runs September 22nd through October 8th at Peterborough Theatre Guild's theatre.
Since 1965, PTG has been the home of award winning live theatre in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. For more info, visit their website.
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Your Essential Guide To How Peterborough Utilities Group Responds To Power Outages
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