Video: Police Officer Keith Calderwood On What It Was Like Being Shot (And His Recovery)

Peterborough police officer Keith Calderwood, who was shot in Lindsay in June while in the line of duty in a case police are giving few details about as the SIU investigation continues, talked to Newswatch about his recovery.

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Bring Your Best Yoga Moves To Yoga in the Park Tonight At Victoria Park

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Video: Flash Mob At Little Lake Yesterday To Raise Awareness For Canadian Mental Health Association

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Learn All About Trees By Taking Tree Identification Workshop At Ecology Park This Sunday

Educating yourself about the many aspects of nature that exist around us can allow full appreciation of the important role nature plays in our daily lives. With this in mind, Peterborough Green-Up is giving the community the opportunity to learn more about our local trees through a Tree Identification Workshop to be held this Sunday (August 14th), from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Ecology Park.

Park coordinator and gardening expert Cathy Dueck will lead the workshop, and help participants identify local trees and discuss their importance in our gardens and urban forest. The workshop is free of charge, and runs rain or shine. For more info on the Tree Identification Workshop, or Ecology Park, ring Cathy Dueck at 705.745.3238 ext. 212.


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TVOKids "Don't Sit Still" Tour In Peterborough This Saturday At Lansdowne Place

TVOKids is currently on tour with their "Don't Sit Still" show, and will be making a stop this Saturday (August 13th) at Lansdowne Place. The presentation is to encourage young people to live active lifestyles and to eat healthy. Presented by EatRight Ontario, the event will be filled with plenty of energetic dance moves and catchy tunes. The show begins at 4 p.m. and is free of charge.  

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Canadian Blood Services Educating Public About Need To Donate

During the busy summer season, Canadian Blood Services are continuously encouraging donations of any blood type. Only 3.5 percent of the population give blood. In Peterborough, we have a permanent clinic located at 55 George Street, as well as various mobile clinics located throughout the city. Please call 1-888-2-DONATE to book an appointment.

On Labour Day weekend, "The Mayor Daryl Bennett Blood Drive" will be taking place as he campaigns for Peterborough to "Rally Together to Save Lives."

More here on Canadian Blood Services in this CHEX Newswatch report from last night:

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Next Peterborough Roller Derby Game Is Tomorrow At Kinsmen Centre

Our Electric City Rollers will be playing the Durham Roller Derby Girls this Saturday at the Kinsmen Centre in Peterborough Roller Derby action. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Check out the photos from their first home game that took place July 23rd.

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Feel-Good Story Of Week: 11-Year-Old Peterborough Girl Ashley Stinson Gets A New Heart

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Video: These Two Peterborough Men Played Tennis For 24 Hours Straight

Think You Can Scottish Country Dance? The Peterborough Scottish Country Dance Society Are Looking For New Members

Recently while sipping coffee at the Silver Bean, I noticed some dancing taking place and was curious to learn more. Turns out this group are part of the Peterborough Scottish Country Dance Society. They are resuming classes again for both experienced dancers and beginners starting in September. Check out their website for further details on how to join.

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