Grandmother Gets Head Shaved Outside Swiss Chalet In Honour Of Her Grandson's Cancer Fight
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Peterborough Blogs
Letter: Woman Tells Her Experience With Lack Of Organization At Big Music Fest
/Big Music Fest happened on the weekend and by all accounts, the bands were fantastic. But there have been stories emerging about the poor planning. Here, word for word, is one woman's story who wrote in to PTBOCanada.
Read MorePtboPics: So Much To Discover At Ecology Park
/I have always heard wonderful things about Ecology Park located off Ashburnham Drive, but had never been there... until today. I was completely amazed by this secret little garden that we are so lucky to have in our city. It was a bustling spot with children admiring the scents of the garden, while parents gathered up plants to purchase. If you haven't yet done so, I highly recommend a visit there. Check out their calendar for upcoming events, and contact them to learn more about summer day camp offerings.
[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]
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PtboPics: National Canoe Day At Beavermead Park
/Lots of local folks gathered at Beavermead Park today to celebrate National Canoe Day. With children's activities, continuous paddling opportunities, a BBQ, displays from the Trent Severn Antique & Classic Boat Association and musical entertainment, there was something for everyone. I was able to participate in the family paddle and enjoyed the calmness of the water while learning about the Canadian Canoe Museum and its history from our guide Barry. —PtboCanada's Julie Morris
At right: Young paddlers Nate & Tori make sure they have the right paddles
The Canada Parks mascot, Parka, gives a wave
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National Canoe Day Activities Saturday & Sunday in Peterborough
/National Canoe Day gets underway Saturday at 11 a.m., with activities taking place throughout the day at Beavermead Park. Then on Sunday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., you are invited to tour the Canadian Canoe Museum—free of charge! Bring the family and come and enjoy all things paddling!
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[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]
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Howard Hospital Fundraiser Takes Place Saturday Night At Market Hall
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[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]
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Peterborough, You've Got Mail (Waiting): How Is The Canada Post Strike Impacting You?
/We all know that snail mail has definitely decreased in recent years, but I for one miss being able to check my mailbox everyday hoping for something besides the next bill I have to pay. I've always had a love for letter writing and continue to do so with my Grandma, Mother, and a dear friend who lives in Australia. I hope an agreement is reached soon so I can post that next letter that's waiting to be sent.
How is the mail strike impacting you personally or your business? Comment below.
[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]
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City Council Gives Its Blessing To Surveillance Cameras In The Downtown
/What are your thoughts on cameras being installed downtown?
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Important Meeting To Discuss Future Of Parkway Trail Tonight At Peterborough Public Library
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The Peterborough Parkway Trail—a paved trail which runs from Fairbairn Avenue to the Riverview Park & Zoo—is being threatened by an approved roadway in the City's Transportation Master Plan.
There is a meeting tonight at the Peterborough Public Library from 6:30 p.m. to approximately 9:00 p.m. to raise awareness and discuss options.
[Contributed by PtboCanada's Evan Holt]
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Shifting Gears Wraps Up for 2011
/During the month of May, 1,250 employees from more than 100 workplaces took part in Shifting Gears, a challenge to get people to walk, bicycle, carpool or take public transit. It seems it was a successful challenge as over 100,000 km were travelled using these active modes of transportation. This relates to saving more than 43,000 kg of carbon emissions!
Shifting Gears Ambassador: Brianna Salmon
The closing ceremonies were today and awards were handed out to the best performers in each category.
Micro: A tie between The Toy Shop & Have You Seen. Honourable Mention: CIBC Wood Gundy
Small: A tie between Peterborough Green-Up & Wild Rock Outfitters. Honourable Mention: Tridont Family Dentistry
Medium: Parks Canada, Trent-Severn Waterway. Honourable Mention: Swish Maintenance
Large: Wal-Mart. Honourable Mention: Ontario Public Service: Robinson Place
100 percent of employees taking part: Sticklings Bakery & Studio-N
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