The LDISS Is Open Committee Working To Save School

The future of Lakefield District Secondary School is up in the air due to declining enrolment numbers. Accommodation reviews are being undertaken by Kawartha Pine Ridge DSB to determine its future, and if closed high school students would attend Thomas. A Stewart instead—starting as soon as September 2016 possibly.

The Accommodation Review committee is holding a number of public meetings to discuss the student accommodation needs at this school. Throughout this process, the review committee will share information from the community that will inform the final administrative recommendations on its future.

Parents and community members are invited to attend, and to make presentations at the following committee meetings:

Monday, November 9, 2015               (6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Lakefield DSS)
Monday, December 7, 2015               (6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Lakefield DSS)
Wednesday, January 20, 2016           (6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Lakefield DSS)

For the past few months, a committee called the LDISS Is Open Committee has been tirelessly working on options to keep the school open. The committee is a group of concerned citizens—some who attended LDISS and others who live and work in the community or neighbouring townships—and do not wish to see this school closed forever. 
 

LDISS Is Open Committee encourages current and former students, LDISS parents, parents of children at the feeder schools (Apsley, Warsaw, Buckhorn, Ridpath and Curve Lake First Nations), and community members to come and hear the ideas being presented to the committee. The community will have the opportunity to ask questions at all of the public meetings.

***To learn more about LDISS Is Open Committee, visit their website or Facebook page. To learn more about the accommodation review process, go here.

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The 2015 List Of Peterborough Flu Clinic Dates

The PCCHU has announced their list of Flu Clinic dates. To book an appointment, call 705-743-1000, ext. 349. The Clinics will be run from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., and are subject to change:

• November 14, 2015

• November 28, 2015

• December 5, 2015

• December 19, 2015

• January 9, 2016

• January 16, 2016

There is also a search tool that you can use to find a clinic near you offering the service.

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Evan Holt]

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CAA Moving To New Location

CAA is closing their current location (680 The Queensway) on November 28th, and opening in the Voyageur Place (the plaza with Ricky All Day Grill's, Michaels and PetSmart) on November 30th.

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Long & McQuade Hosting Grand Opening Party November 14th

Long & McQuade is having a Grand Opening Celebration at their new Peterborough location (129 Alymer St.) on Saturday, November 14th. 

photo by PTBOCanada's Evan Holt

The music store is celebrating that day with free food, prizes and giveaways, and great in-store specials. There will also be performances by Washboard Hank, Vern's Comb, Funny Funk and the Peterborough Concert Band throughout the day.

The grand opening party is 10 am to 6 pm November 14th.

Learn more about Long & McQuade's services, including music lessons, on their website.

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Luke Heard's Haunted House Raises $1,200 For Peterborough Huskies

Peterborough's Luke Heard hosted an Open House for his Halloween haunted house he created on Walker Avenue, with all proceeds going to the Peterborough Huskies special needs hockey team.

Luke Heard (in beard) pictured at Halloween skate announcement

"Thanks to the amazing Luke Heard and his volunteers, $1,200 was raised," Cathie Tuck, co-founder of the Peterborough Huskies, tells PTBOCanada.

The announcement was made during the Huskies' Halloween skate on Saturday.

One again, individuals like the amazing Luke Heard show that anyone can make a tremendous difference to the community.

Peterborough Huskies co-founder Dave Tuck with Luke Heard

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Petes Unveil Commemorative Remembrance Day Jerseys at CFB Trenton

The Peterborough Petes and Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Trenton unveiled the 2015 Remembrance Day commemorative Petes jerseys at an event on the base in Trenton, Ontario, on Saturday (October 31st).

The jerseys—which feature a special camo pattern, 8 Wing marks, and unique military transport vehicles in the design—will be worn by Petes players during the team’s Remembrance Day home game on Tuesday, November 10th against the Kingston Frontenacs.

Fans can bid on the jerseys, with the online auction open and running until Sunday, November 15th. Proceeds from the sale of game-worn jerseys and socks will support the Trenton MFRC (Military Family Resource Centre)—which promotes and facilitates community based services that improve the quality of life for military families. 
 

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Halloween Safety Tips For Kids

Peterborough Police want everyone to have a fun and safe Halloween! Please share these safety tips from them with children and young adults who will be trick-or-treating...

SAFETY TIPS
 
· Visit only houses with the lights on
· Use face paint or makeup instead of a mask
· Never take shortcuts through backyards, parks or laneways
· Obey all traffic signs
· Trick-or-Treat in a group; it’s safer and more fun!
· Stay away from lit pumpkins
· Don’t eat any treats unless they are first checked by a parent or responsible adult
· Carry a glow stick or flashlight
· Stay alert and be aware of what is going on around you
· Obey all traffic signs
· Trick-or-Treat in a group; it’s safer and more fun!
· Always walk on the sidewalk and not on the street
· Watch out for cars. It can be difficult for driver’s to see you when it’s dark

***Please note*** In an effort to help keep children safe on Halloween night, Cogeco employees will be out in their branded white vans patrolling the streets on Saturday, October 31st from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the areas where children are Trick or Treating. Cogeco is encouraging parents and children to approach one of these Cogeco vans if at any point they think they are in need of assistance.

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Hedley Coming To Peterborough April 15th

Hedley, one of the most successful touring acts in Canada, has announced a coast-to-coast 2016 Canadian arena tour in support of their sixth studio album, Hello. That includes a stop in Peterborough April 15th at the PMC. Joining Hedley will be special guests Carly Rae Jepsen and Francesco Yates.

"The PMC is excited to welcome back Hedley for their 2016 Hello World Tour," John Salfi, Program and Promotions Coordinator for PMC, tells PTBOCanada. "Hedley last played the PMC in 2014 and every time they play this building they bring an infectious energy and buzz that lifts the roof off."

Supporting Hedley on the Hello World Tour is pop sensation Carly Rae Jepsen—whose infectious “Call Me Maybe” was one of the biggest hits on the planet in 2012—and Francesco Yates, whose debut single “Better to Be Loved” has already rocketed him into stardom.

Tickets will go on sale Friday, November 6th!

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Downtown Peterborough Introduces Mascot George King Of The Downtown

There is a new face for downtown Peterborough: a mascot named George, King of Downtown. The Peterborough Downtown Business Improvement Area made the announcement at its annual general meeting Wednesday night at The Venue.

Picture via @Oldies967fm

Thanks for the warm welcome @downtownPtbo, I look forward to being your King! #myfirstTweet

— Downtown George (@PtboGeorge) October 29, 2015

“We’ve pursued the idea of creating a downtown mascot for several years and I’m very pleased with the results," says DBIA Executive Director Terry Guiel. "You’ll be seeing George at parades, ribbon cuttings and downtown events. We’re seeing more and more families coming downtown and this will be a good way to engage them and get the kids excited."

The choice of a lion was inspired by the City of Peterborough’s Coat-of-Arms. The name George is inspired by George Street, a historic and thriving commercial district in the city—and one of the busiest streets in Peterborough.

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Don't Put Your Blue Boxes Curbside Until Collection Day Or They Might Blow Away

Strong and gusty winds are forecasted to continue throughout the week. The City of Peteborough has issued a release asking residents to please hold onto your blue boxes until the morning of their collection, 7 a.m. set-out time—rather than setting them out the night before. This will help to reduce recyclables and blue boxes being blown around the streets.

Also, residents are encouraged to write their address on their blue boxes, so they can be identified and returned if they should blow away. There is a $5 fee to replace lost blue boxes, which are available at City Hall, 500 George Street North and the Material Recycling Facility, 390 Pido Road (cash only).
 

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