Peterborough Blogs
20 Metres of Copper Wire Stolen From Bell Canada Tower On Fisher Drive
/From a Peterborough Lakefield Community Police Service Media Release today...
Theft and Mischief from Bell Canada Tower:
On September 12, 2011 at 2320 hrs the cell phone service for Bell Canada went offline and a technician attended the Bell Canada Tower located on Fisher Drive. The technician observed the fibre optic cable had been cut and approximately 20 metres of copper wire had been taken. Suspects gained entry to the area by cutting a hole in the fence. Police were contacted and are investigating the theft and mischief.
Value of the theft is unknown at this time.
Anyone with information is asked to call the police at 705-876-1122 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.
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Man Arrested For Impaired After Hit & Run
/From a Peterborough Lakefield Community Police Service Media Release last night...
Media Release - Hit & Run, Arrest
In response to a couple of media inquiries:
On September 14th, 2011 at 9:15 pm the Peterborough Lakefield Community Police Service were notified of a Hit & Run accident which occurred at Sherbrooke St and Denure Dr. The fleeing vehicle was described as a Red Dodge Caravan. There were no injures sustained as a result of this accident.
At 9:45 pm police received a call about an erratic driver in a red van on Parkhill Rd. Officers attended and attempted to stop the van, the driver slowed and eventually stopped on Parkhill Rd W at the entrance to St Peter's High School.
Charged with Impaired Driving, Operating a Motor Vehicle over 80, Fail to Remain at the Scene of an Accident, Prohibited Driving and Breach of Probation is 37 year old Daniel Hutchinson of Peterborough. Hutchinson will make his first court appearance on September 29th, 2011 to begin the process of determining his innocence or guilt.
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Here's A Primer On The Five Local Candidates Vying To Be Your MPP (With Pictures!)
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MIRIAM ON POLITICSLooking for bright spots in amongst the mire of political verbiage? Me, too. While there’s no shortage of shortcomings in our political process, each of the fellas vying for the job of MPP has his strengths. Here’s what I saw last night (September 13th) at the All Candidates Meeting—beginning with the lesser-knowns:
Ken Ranney (Socialist Party)
He's a good guy to have in situations like an election campaign. When he didn’t have anything to say to a question, he'd pass (how novel). Ken’s liveliness and good use of humour shines through; almost something of a trickster vibe here. Glad to have him in the race.
Gary Beamish (Green)
Gary has a fine ability to bring it all home. Whether responding to questions about the potential dangers of WiFi in schools or taxation policy, Gary was able to relate big issues to real life personal experiences. This guy has lived. He has heart, and humility, and isn’t afraid to show it.
Dave Nickle (NDP)
Dave's a fighter. While it’s not my favourite political style, having someone who had your back would be a good thing in an MPP. If Dave can keep boisterous audience members in their place, you’d have to believe he'd be in our corner in government. And kudos, Dave, for carrying the flag of proportional representation—the only decent idea offered towards engaging more people in democracy.
Alan Wilson (Conservative)
Hmmmm. Well, he’s got the lovely Irish Lilt. That’s pretty fun to listen to.
Jeff Leal (Liberal, incumbent)
At 26 years (and counting?) in elected office, Jeff does seem to really be a hard-working public servant. He’s got that exceptional ability to evade answers to direct questions. And he’s developed a thicker skin than any of the rest could probably ever muster. It can't be easy, and you give it your all.
[pictures of candidates via their election websites]
This is the debut politics column for PtboCanada by Miriam Lyall (aka Miriam Stucky). Former Green Party Candidate. Step-mom extraordinaire. Communications Maven. Check it out: MiriamStucky.ca.
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Today Is The 2011 Prosperity Business Trade Show At The Morrow Building
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From noon until 7:00 p.m. today is the Peterborough Chamber 2011 Prosperity Trade Show at the Morrow Building (151 Lansdowne St. West).
One hundred and thirty Chamber member businesses are on display there, and it gives you a great opportunity to chat and network with them. So go chat and network with them.
Admission is free and the event is open to the public.
[Contributed by PtboCanada's Evan Holt]
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Beau Dixon Among Those Honoured At Pathway Of Fame Ceremonies Saturday
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Who Do You Think Should Win The EPIC Ventures Small Business Award This Month?
/In the Spring, the GPA EDC launched a great new program entitled EPIC Ventures to highlight and showcase local small businesses in the community. You may have noticed these new banners hanging throughout downtown. Each month, a new business is featured based on your nominations. Don't forget to cast your vote for the next deserving winner.
[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]
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Thieves Steal $25,000 Worth Of Belongings From Pinewood Drive Residence (Including Their Car)
/UPDATED SEPTEMBER 14th (arrests have been made): From a Peterborough Lakefield Community Police Service Media Release today...
On the 13th of September at approximately 10:25 am officers located and stopped the stolen Chevrolet Impala on Murray Street near George Street. The driver Jeffrey Michael Nobes age 27 of no fixed address and the passenger Joshua Joseph James Berry age 25 of Murray Street were arrested. As a result of the investigation, Nobes has been charged with possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.00, driving while disqualified, failing to comply with conditions of a probation order and break and enter. He was also arrested on two outstanding warrants for charges of uttering threats and failing to comply with conditions of a probation order. Berry has been charged with possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.00, failing to comply with conditions of an undertaking and two counts of failing to comply with conditions of a probation order. Both accused were held in custody and will appear in court later this morning. Other stolen property from this break and enter has not been recovered and officers are continuing to investigate. Anyone with information is asked to call the Peterborough Lakefield Community Police Service or Crime Stoppers.
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ORIGINAL POST
From a Peterborough Lakefield Community Police Service Media Release today...
Break and Enter:
Sometime between 2:00 pm on the 9th of September and 6:00 pm on the 11th of September suspects entered a Pinewood Drive residence through an unlocked garage door. Once inside the garage the suspects entered the home through an unlocked door. The suspects removed assorted food from a freezer, a 47” Dynex Television, a 44” Sharp Television, a 24” Apple IMAC Desktop Computer, a Sony Cybershot DSC-TX5 Camera, a Canon SD1300 Powershot Camera, a laptop computer, an 8 GB I Pod in black suede case, two jewellery boxes one with a black lacquer finish and oriental inscriptions in gold containing assorted rings one being a Kenner High School ring, a pair of pearl stud earrings, a watch with the City of Peterborough crest, 2 drill sets, numerous tools, older Canadian $5, $2 and centennial $1 bills, a 40oz bottle of Bailey's Irish Cream, a 40oz bottle of Gin, a BOSE Radio and CD player with a white 2 GB I Pod, and a 2006 Chevrolet Impala black in colour with Ontario plate # AYXM415. The total value of the theft is estimated at $25,000.00. Anyone with information is asked to call the Peterborough Lakefield Community Police Service or Crime Stoppers.
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The Terry Fox Run Takes Place This Sunday At Nicholls Oval
/The annual Terry Fox Run for Cancer Research takes place on Sunday, September 18th, with our local one beginning that day at 8 a.m. at Nicholls Oval. The route is also bicycle, rollerblade, and wheelchair friendly.
[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]
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Here's A Video Of The Sunset & Moon From A Recent Night On Armour Hill
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