Here's The Latest Police Report On The Fatal Transformer Fire Friday

From a Peterborough Lakefield Community Police Service Media Release today...

Fatal Transformer Fire Update:

On Friday December 16, 2011, just prior to 4:00 pm police and fire were called to the vacant Materbrand building on Crawford Drive to respond to an electrical fire at the transformer station located on the property. When they arrived they located a deceased male. The male was later identified as James Dexter Jenney age 43 of no fixed address. Evidence at the scene indicates that Jenney was an intruder on the property cutting copper wire and may have fallen and made contact with a live feeder line. Just prior to this incident witnesses observed a male climbing the tower with a second male watching from the ground. As this incident was being investigated, officers were advised that on the same date a few hours earlier, a 55 year old male also of no fixed address, walked into a nearby medical clinic suffering from electrical burns. He was taken to hospital and then transported to a Toronto hospital. Due to his injuries the investigators have not been able to interview him. The investigation is continuing. Anyone who may have information on Jenney’s activities that day or whom he was with at the time of the incident is asked to call the Peterborough Lakefield Community Police Service or Crime Stoppers.

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PtboPics: 1,700 Hampers Given Out Across The City On Saturday

It was overwhelming to see the amount of volunteers that were up bright and early Saturday morning at the Salvation Army to help with the delivery of 1,700 hampers to those in the city that need a little extra support this holiday season. 

Above: Volunteers ready to lend helping hand

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]

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It's Crayola Heaven In The Lower Level Of Peterborough Square

Gerri's Arts and Crafts has a permanent location at 2075 Davis Road, but just recently opened a second location for at least the holiday season in the lower level of Peterborough Square. If you're a teacher or a parent, this is the spot to go for all your Crayola needs. They have just about everything you can imagine for bargain prices!

 

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]

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The School Board Decided Last Night Not To Delay Closing Of PCVS


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"SAVE PCVS" Signs Are Popping Up On Lawns Near You

The quest to save PCVS still continues to move forward with passion and drive. You may have noticed these signs around town. They are being made by Jeff and Krista Macklin. If you would like a sign to show your support, send an email to pcvscouncil@hotmail.com. A small donation is greatly appreciated to help cover costs but isn't necessary.

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]

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Thursday Is Water Day For United Way In Peterborough

On Thursday, December 15th, when you order water at any of the participating local restaurants listed below, you will get Rocky Ridge water with a minimum $1 donation. Eat out, order water and help support the United Way.

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]

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PtboCanada's 12 Days Of Christmas: Stocking Stuffer

With Christmas just around the corner, it doesn't have to be expensive or difficult to find a unique little something for that special someone. To help you find a gift, here is PTBOCanada's 12 Days of Christmas - 12 Local Gifts for $20 and under.

Pocky Sticks are pretty popular these days, pretty tasty and come in all sorts of sizes and prices at East Grocery from $3 and up.

East Grocery is located at 404 George St North, and is open Monday to Friday 10:00 am to 9:30 p.m., Saturday 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Evan Holt]

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Here's Musician Grainne Ryan Covering "Zombie" By The Cranberries At Historic Red Dog

This was filmed at the Chicks For Charity show on the weekend to help out the Peterborough YWCA and Kawartha Food Share.

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Here Are Your Canada Post Holiday Shipping Deadlines

The Canada Post Holiday shipping deadlines are fast approaching! If you are planning to get your Holiday cards or a package delivered in time for that special someone, it is time to get down to your local Canada Post outlet.

Here is Canada Post's suggested mailing deadlines...

Holiday Cards

Local Delivery: December 19

Within Ontario: December 16

Outside Ontario: December 15

Holiday Packages

Regular Parcels: December 12

Xpresspost: December 21

Priority Next A.M.: December 22


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3 Truckloads Of Toys Collected This Weekend For Toy Drive

An overwhelming amount of toys took over the hallway of Lansdowne Place on the weekend for the annual Christmas toy drive in support of Salvation Army. Well done Peterborough!

 

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