Pathway Of Fame Celebrates 25 Years With New Inductees

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The Pathway of Fame marks 25 years as an organization and celebrated their ‘Class of 2022’ inductees last Saturday.

photo courtesy of the Pathway of Fame.

This milestone celebration in the Nexicom Lounge at Showplace Theatre comes after the City of Peterborough City and Mayor Diane Therrien proclaimed Sept 10 as Pathway of Fame Day.

At the event a list of Pathway of Fame inductees took the stage for a series of performances and readings.

These nine new inductees were enshrined into The Pathway;

  • Dave Adams (d.), and John F. (Jack) Bardeau (d.) as Community Builders

  • Donald Glenn Forde, Lois Tuffin and Jacob Rodenburg in the category of Cultural Betterment

  • David Carley in the category of Dramatic Arts

  • Kate Suhr and The Weber Brothers in the category of Entertainment/ Musical

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Peterborough Women Takes Home New Car in PTBO Crime Stoppers Annual Car Raffle Fundraiser

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Barb Erskine of Peterborough drove away in a brand new Nissan Maxima on Thursday, which she had won in this year's Crime Stoppers car raffle fundraiser.

Barb Erskine takes the wheel for the first time of her 2022 Nissan Maxima Platinum Edition. Photo by Luke Best

The 2022 Nissan Maxima Platinum Edition purchased at Trans Canada Nissan was donated to Peterborough Northumberland Crime Stoppers by Steve Daynes, the general manager of The Staffing Connection and Level A Professional Group. 

"I think it's important because I live in Peterborough and I want to support my community and make sure that it's safe,” said Daynes in a previous interview with PTBOCanada. “We have locations throughout the area of Peterborough and in Cobourg as a business and I want to make sure we give back to the communities that we serve."

Steve Daynes (Left) shakes hands with Erskine. Photo by Luke Best

With a value of roughly $50,000, Erskine never expected to win the car and saw the ticket purchase as more of a donation.

"Honestly, I was doing it for the cause. I'm very, very supportive of Crimestoppers. I really am," says Erskine.

Erskine was ticket #1347 of the 3110 sold. Because of Daynes' generous donation, Crime Stoppers raised just over $48,000 to fund their program.

Coming from driving a Toyota Corolla previously, Erskine was feeling a little nervous about the 300 horsepower.

Crime Stoppers is a not-for-profit organization that relies on donations and fundraising efforts to keep the program running.

(L-R) Daynes, Detective Constable Keith Calderwood and Provincial Constable Greg Stokes congratulate Erskine on her win. Photo by Luke Best

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10 Things To Do In-and-Around Peterborough This Weekend; September 9th to September 11th

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With the first week back to school we’ve been hard at work!

Now the weekend is coming and it’s time to have fun! There is a lot happening in the Peterborough area!

 

Check out the rides at Volksfest in the Kawarthas


Volksfest in the Kawarthas has returned to 500 Towerhill Road. Join Peterborough Volkswagon for a classic VW cruise through the Kawarthas with Music, Food, Fun!

Free Admission

The cruise leaves Peterborough Volkswagen at 10, returning for a BBQ, music and of course a classic VW Car Show.

For more information, confirmation of attendance or vendor inquiry please contact Josh.Bagshaw@Peterboroughvw.ca

When: Saturday, Sept 10th, starting at 10am!

Where: Peterborough Volkswagon, 500 Towerhill Road Peterborough, ON, Canada K9H 7R8

 

Cheer on the Lakers at the Mann Cup!

The Petes play against Langley Thunder at the Peterborough Memorial Centre for the Mann Cup!

Tickets: Available through the Grant Thornton Box Office

When: Saturday, Sept 10th, at 7 pm!

Where: Peterborough Memorial Centre, 151 Lansdowne St, Peterborough, ON K9J 1Y4

 

Learn About Monarch Butterflies at The Zitacuaro Summit

An opportunity to learn more about how the community is protecting monarch butterflies, and how the monarch butterfly influences Zitacuaro Indigenous culture, including clothing, music, and traditions like the Day of the Dead. Zitacuaro is located at the foothills of the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve, and the community has already planted 200,000 trees in the forest sanctuaries to help protect this species at risk.

When: Saturday, Sept 10, 6 pm - 9 pm

Where: Market Hall, 140 Charlotte St, Peterborough, ON K9J 2T8

 

Watch a Pete’s Pre-Season Game!

Petes take on Sudbury Wolves at the Cavan Monaghan Community Centre

When: Saturday, Sept 10, 4:05pm

Where: 986 Peterborough County Rd 10, Millbrook, ON L0A 1G0

 

See Some Local Talent!

Borderless Music & Arts Festival is turning 5 years old on Sept. 9. Come celebrate with us! Music for your heart, soul, and spirit.

Featuring: The Colton Sisters, Little Fire, Effigy Girl, and Shahrazi

Tickets: $15 in advance: www.eventbrite.ca/e/borderless-little-fire-the-colton-sisters-effigy-girl-shahrazi-tickets-407452339917

or $20 at the door

When: Friday, Sept. 9. Doors at 7pm

Where: Gordon Best Theatre, 216 Hunter St W, Peterborough, ON K9H 2L1

 

Check out the Modern Makers Market

The Modern Makers Market returns to the Morrow Building with over 80 small businesses! Tickets are $5 that includes a ballot to win an incredible door prize! 85 vendors have donated an item with a minimum retail value of $15 and you get a chance to win this!

When: Sunday, Sept 11, 11am - 4pm

Where: Morrow Building, 151 Lansdowne Street Peterborough ON K9J 0A4

 

Make the Trip to Norwood to see the Hot Rods for Hospice

Join Norwood Hospice at the Asphodel-Norwood Community Centre for an Antique Car Show, Yard Sale, Bake Sale and Vendor Booths!

They are pleased to collect any items you would like to donate to the yard sale. If you love to bake, they would also appreciate any baked goods!

Also looking for volunteers to assist at the event.

When: Sunday, Sept 11, 10am to 4pm

Where: 88 Alma St, Norwood, ON K0L 2V0

 

Pick up some produce at the Peterborough Regional Farmers’ Market

The festive year-round Farmers' Market in Downtown PTBO! Held outdoors in the PTBO Square courtyard on Saturdays from 8 a.m til 1 p.m.

When: Saturdays from 8 a.m - 1 p.m.

Where: PTBO Square courtyard, 340 George St N, Peterborough, ON K9H 7E8

 

Head To Millbrook for the Zucchini Festival!

After two years the Millbrook Zucchini Festival is back!!

All events and activities are free! Please bring your own zucchinis if you have them!

Along with the undeniably exciting Zucchini Boat Races in Baxter Creek, we will be offering prizes for the best Zuperhero Zucchini Decorating, and a host of Zuperhero themed activities, utilizing the other-worldly powers of the Great Green One itself!

When: Sunday, Sept. 11, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Click here for the full schedule

Where: Needler's Mill, 1 Needlers Ln, Millbrook, ON L0A 1G0

 

Get crafty at the Peterborough Farmers Market

A community farmers' market bringing you the best of our region! Hosted at Peterborough's Morrow Park building.

When: Saturday, 7 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Where: 136 Lansdowne St, Peterborough, ON K9J 1Y6

Lost Luggage Leaves Fleming Fire Combat Member With No Equipment At National Championships

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Liam Cole, a Fleming College graduate and member of the Fleming Fire Combat Team, arrived in Calgary on Wednesday for the National FireFit Championships, only to find that his luggage - with all of his equipment - had gone missing.

Photo courtesy of Linda Langlois.

“He has worked so hard to be in this,” said Linda Langlois, Cole’s grandmother. “This is his first time travelling by himself, he’s 19, it’s 2:30 in the morning in the airport, he’s scrambling.”

The competition began on Wednesday and will run until Sunday.

Cole qualified to compete in Calgary after crushing his personal best at the Oshawa Regionals in August.

To compete in these competitions competitors must wear full bunker gear which they supply themselves.

“He’s been borrowing gear from anyone who isn’t competing, which will cause issues when group races begin,” said Adam Cole, Liam’s father.

In addition to not having equipment for his competition, Cole is also missing all of his personal items and is now dealing with the stress of potentially losing thousands of dollars of equipment.

“Liam went into that first day of competition with five hours of sleep, no gear and no clothes.”

Adam says he has been back and fourth with Lynx Airlines since Liam landed in Calgary, trying to locate his luggage. He waited on hold for over an hour, spoke with a representative for two hours and has still received little to no help.

He has also has been in contact with the Calgary Airport, who he says has been helpful but unsuccessful in getting answers and has spoken with Toronto Pearson Airport with no success.

“It’s hard to understand that they can’t even give us an idea of where it was forgotten or the last time it was seen,” said Adam. “Luggage is tagged, it gets scanned, how does no one know where it is?”

Liam flew from Toronto Pearson to Calgary International Airport via Lynx Airlines.

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Petes And Emterra Partner To Host Clean Community Cup Encouraging Minor Hockey Teams To Be Environmentally Conscious

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The Peterborough Petes have partnered with Emterra to host the 2022-23 Clean Community Cup to encourage local minor hockey teams to make a positive impact on the environmental well being of their community.

File photo.

Teams in the City of Peterborough and surrounding areas are encouraged to come together and find creative ways to help improve the communities in which they live, work, and play. Teams can support this initiative by doing things like picking up garbage, recycling, and promoting good environmental habits in their communities. 

The team that shows the strongest initiative, creativity, and positive environmental impact on their community will be chosen as the winner.

The prize includes $500 cash to be used by the winners on team apparel and operations, and a team photo featured on advertising at the PMC. The winning team will be chosen by the Petes and presented with a cheque at a Petes home game on March 14, 2023 at the PMC.

Interested teams can register for the Clean Community Cup here.

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PTBOCanada Featured Post: Explore PTBO With Patrick McAuley; The Peterborough Theatre Guild

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Y Drive Kicks Off New Charitable Foundation With Dunk Tank On Saturday

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Y Drive launched the Y Drive Foundation by hosting a dunk tank in Peterborough Square on Saturday.

Colin Streeter (Right) throws a ball towards the target in hopes of sending David Bui (left) into the water. Photo by Luke best

“The foundation was created in memory of Dani Sinacori who passed away in August. As a mother of 3 and teacher to many, her life was sports, teaching and family,” said Y Drive in a Facebook post. “The foundation will be geared towards school breakfast programs, youth sports and helping our neighbours when they need it.”

Participants had the chance to dunk the likes of:

  • Adam Brown (Chemong Lodge)

  • David Bui (PTBO Canada)

  • Diane Therrien (Mayor of Peterborough)

  • Jessie Primeau (Bowes & Cocks)

  • Rob & Erica (Y Drive)

According to Erica Young of Y Drive, $1160 was raised from the event and additional donations.

@ptbo_canada @Y Drive hosted a dunk tank on Saturday in memory of Dani Sinacori. All of the money raised will be used to help the community! #ptbo #ptbocanada #downtownptbo #dunktank ♬ Ring of Fire - Johnny Cash

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12 Things To Do In-and-Around Peterborough This Weekend; August 25th to September 5th

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Photo by Luke Best

As September starts and we begin to say goodbye to summer it’s time to fit in the last few warm weather activities before autumn begins!

Whether camping, concerts, markets and festivals, there are lots of fun activities happening this Labour Day long weekend in the Peterborough area!

 

Party in the Boro at the Labour Jam Weekend

Labour Jam Weekend is a free concert that will feature an eclectic mix of genres from 11 well-known local bands including Lindsay Barr and Melissa Payne as headlining acts.

When: 2 - 9 p.m. on Friday and 3 - 9 p.m. on Saturday.

Where: PTBO Square courtyard, 340 George St N, Peterborough, ON K9H 7E8

 

Rock out to some tunes @ Jethro’s Bar + Stage

Jethro’s Bar + Stage is offering a variety of live music over the weekend.

When/Who: Thursday 6 - 8 p.m. vanCamp and Caitlin Currie
Thursday 9 p.m. - 12 a.m. The Union
Friday 6-8 p.m. Washboard Hank
Friday 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Petunia
Saturday 6 - 8 p.m. TBA
Saturday 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Diamond Dave and the Smoke Eaters

Where: 137 Hunter Street West, Peterborough, ON

 

Get to Douro-Dummer for the Douro-Doings

An annual event that takes place on the Labour Day weekend, featuring a baseball tournament, 10 km run, car show, children’s races, frog jumping contests, tug of war, a home-cooked meal and a chance to win a handmade quilt.

Where: Duro Ball Park, 205 Douro 2nd Line, Douro, ON K0L 1S0 & St. Joseph Parish Hall, 300 County Rd 8, Douro, ON K0L 2H0

When: Monday, 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

 

Dunk the Mayor for a good cause at the Y-Drive Dunk Tank!

Y Drive is hosting its first annual Dunk Tank event in support of the Y Drive Foundation.

The foundation was created in memory of Dani Sinacori who passed away in August. As a mother of 3 and teacher to many, her life was sports, teaching and family. The foundation will be geared towards school breakfast programs, youth sports and helping our neighbors when they need it.
Come out and dunk the likes of Diane Therrien, Adam Brown (Dr J's/Chemong Lodge), David Bui (PTBO Canada), Rob & Erica from Y Drive and Jessie Primeau from Bowes & Cocks.

When: Saturday, 3 p.m.

Where: Market Hall, 140 Charlotte St, Peterborough, ON K9J 2T8

 

Step back in time at the Hastings Medieval Festival

The premier event for sword fighting in Canada. The festival is located, quite appropriately for any history buff, just outside the village of Hastings at Blades of Glory. It is a 3-day festival that is open to all ages.

When: Saturday 11 a.m. – Monday 5 p.m.

Where: Blades of Glory, 100 Dunlay Road, Hastings, ON K0L 1Y0

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/hastings-medieval-festival-2022-7th-annual-tickets-402621410477

 

Pick up some produce at the Peterborough Regional Farmers’ Market

The festive year-round Farmers' Market in Downtown PTBO! Held outdoors in the PTBO Square courtyard on Saturdays from 8 a.m til 1 p.m.

When: Saturdays from 8 a.m - 1 p.m.

Where: PTBO Square courtyard, 340 George St N, Peterborough, ON K9H 7E8

 

Get down to Crooks Rapid Country Festival

Dust off that cowboy hat, grab your friends and get ready to send the summer off with a bang. Crooks Rapids Year 3 is here and we are thrilled to announce our full lineup of amazing country entertainers over 2 days of music and good times. Enjoy local food and craft vendors. Family friendly!

When: Friday, 12 p.m. – Saturday, 11:00 p.m.

Where: 9 Pickens Rd, Hastings, ON K0L 1Y0, Canada

Tickets: https://www.crooksrapidscountryfest.com/events/crooks-rapids-country-fest-2022

 

See a NASCAR at Delta Peterborough

Delta Peterborough will be hosting an outdoor Nascar meet and greet with record-setting driver and championship contender, Treyten Lapcevich!

Come out and enjoy a free BBQ, giveaways and photo-op with Treyten and his racecar.

Must be 18 years of age or older.

When: Friday, 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Where: 1019 Clonsilla Ave, Peterborough, ON K9J 5Y2

 

Get crafty at the Peterborough Farmers Market

A community farmers' market bringing you the best of our region! Hosted at Peterborough's Morrow Park building.

When: Saturday, 7 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Where: 136 Lansdowne St, Peterborough, ON K9J 1Y6

 

Stroll the city and see some art with the First Friday Art Crawl

First Friday PTBO is a monthly downtown art crawl that is family friendly and free.

When: 6 - 10 p.m. on the first Friday of each month.

Where: Various locations

 

Dance the night away at the First Friday art crawl after party

After you’ve seen the art come dance and enjoy music, art and performance at the Gordon best theatre.

When: Friday, 9:30 p.m until late!

Where: 216 Hunter St W, Peterborough, ON K9H 2L1

 

See James Higgins @ Crook & Coffer

James Higgins returns to the Crook & Coffer stage. Admission is free.

When: Saturday at 7:30 p.m.

Where: 231 Hunter St W, Peterborough, ON K9H 2L1

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International Overdose Awareness Day Memorial Event Commemorates Addicts; Bring Awareness and Reduce Stigma Of Addiction

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An International Overdose Awareness Day memorial service honouring those lost to drug overdose was held by Moms Stop The Harm Peterborough at the Silver Bean Café on Wednesday afternoon.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

During the event, stories of how speakers’ loved ones were lost or affected by drug addiction, claiming that there should not be a stigma for it.

Between January 1 and July 31, 2022, Peterborough paramedics responded to 234 suspected opioid-related 911 calls and drugs were responsible for 343 emergency department visits according to Peterborough Public Health (PPH).

“The drug poisoning crisis is taking a significant and unacceptable toll on Peterborough’s region and community members,” said Dr. Thomas Piggott, PPH medical officer of health. Drug poisonings are a public health issue. We know we need to do more to prevent further harms and deaths.”

This year, 31 people are suspected to have died as a result of drug poisonings with five of these deaths happening over a 10-day period this month according to the same report.

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PTBOCanada Featured Post: Explore PTBO With Patrick McAuley; Hard Winter Bakery

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PTBOCanada Featured Post: Explore PTBO With Patrick McAuley; Hard Winter Bakery

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