NextJet Canada To Offer Flights From Peterborough To Montreal & Ottawa

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UPDATE: March 16th -> NextJet has announced it will be starting its charter flights May 2nd.

You can book your tickets at NextJet.ca.

Here's more info...

Starting May 2nd, NextJetCanada in partnership with Propair will provide return flights on weekdays between Montreal (Pierre Elliott Trudeau International), Gatineau (Gatineau-Ottawa Executive Airport), Peterborough (Peterborough Airport), and Kitchener-Waterloo (Region of Waterloo International Airport).

This new air service will offer two return flights Monday to Friday. Depending on the demand, the number of flights could be expanded and offered on weekends meeting the needs of many travellers.

To make a booking visit, nextjet.ca or call 1-855-GO BY JET (462-9538).

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DEVELOPING STORY: Exciting news for Peterborough, as Montreal-based discount airline NextJet has announced in a tweet it will soon be offering charter flights to Montreal, Kitchener and Ottawa from Peterborough Airport.

Image via NextJet.ca

Image via NextJet.ca

Mayor Bennett also tweeted his excitement...

More details to come to come as we get 'em...

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Lydia Is Home

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Peterborough's Lydia Black has been fighting myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), a blood disease typically found in older adults. She has required extensive, lengthy treatment at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto.

Which makes this message (and photo) below that just went out from Ronald McDonald Charities Toronto Facebook page so special:

"Peace out RMHC Toronto! After 8 months living at the House with her parents, Lydia is finally well enough to go home. #exciting"  ‪

Welcome home Lydia.

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Curve Lake Man Writes Heartwarming Campaign To Bring Brother With Down Syndrome To New York

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Tim Jacobs, a 23-year-old electrician from Curve Lake near Peterborough, has written a heartwarming campaign to bring his older brother, Mike, 38, to New York City. 

Mike has Down syndrome, and it's been his lifelong dream to go to New York. Mike, who is blind in one eye, is "a really amazing peson and is always eager to help anyone in need," Tim writes. "Mike is unable to work due to his disability but he's always cutting grass or shoveling driveways to make some cash."

Mikey

Mikey

"He's my older brother, though most of the time I take it upon myself to be his," says Tim. "He's really smart and enjoys playing all kinds of sports. I remember when I was little and would play hockey he would always be on the bench right next to me cheering me on! He called himself my coach."

Tim says as long as he remembers, Mike has always talked about going to New York to meet Vincent from Beauty and the Beast and going to the top of the Empire State building like Kevin did in Home Alone.

"Any time my parents and him are going out for a drive, he always tells me they are going to New York," Tim writes, adding that he is worried with his brother's Down syndrome, that he might not live long enough to ever realize his dream.

"This would mean a great deal to me and even more for him if I could take him on this trip of a lifetime. I love my brother and I would do anything for him, and anyone that knows Mikey would do the same. He's one of a kind, so let's make his biggest wish come true!"

Help Mike realize his dream and give to the campaign here.

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Peterborough Together: A Celebration of Peace and Unity At PCVS

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Service organizations, faith communities, local foundations, First Nations representatives and people from across the Peterborough Region will come together at an event at PCVS on Sunday, March 6th to deliver a message of inclusion.

"Peterborough Together – A Celebration of Peace and Unity will build on the remarkable outpouring of support to the Muslim community that was shown after the attack on the Masjid Al-Salaam building," says Rev. Eilert Frerichs from Mark Street United Church.

“Our hope is to counteract some of the fears of the Muslim community and other recent newcomers to our country that continue to be expressed and fueled by anti-Muslim rhetoric both at home and abroad," says Rev. Frerichs.

The event starts at 2 pm in the auditorium of PCVS, and includes special musical performances and guest speakers. Everyone is welcome to attend this free-admission event that is organized by Mark Street United Church. All faith communities are invited.

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Local Talent Star In Romantic Comedy Greeting Cards At Showplace

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Local talent Naomi DuVall, Ray Henderson, Mike Judson, and Sarah McNeilly are starring in the new romantic comedy play Greeting Cards at Showplace in downtown Peterborough.

The cast of Greeting Cards

The cast of Greeting Cards

Written and Directed by Peterborough's Frank Flynn, here's a synopsis of the play:

Robbie O’Grady is a bon vivant and a lady’s man. At least he was until a stroke changed all that. Now he’s struggling to find his footing in a whole new world. Frustrated, flat broke, and unable to work, he’s beginning to test the patience of his best friend/roommate Max, who’s got troubles of his own. Max hasn’t quite come to terms with the feelings he has for his girlfriend Mandy. Falling in love isn’t Max’s style and he wants out. Behind on the rent, Robbie needs help, and fast. Things get complicated when Mandy suggests Max’s little sister Gertie as a therapist for Robbie. Max doesn’t want Robbie anywhere near Gertie. Things don’t go as planned when Max solicits Robbie’s help to break up with Mandy, and Gertie isn’t quite the little girl Robbie remembers from when they were kids.

Love, laughter, and friendship abound in this romantic romp. Sure to touch hearts and funny bones alike.

Naomi and Sarah rehearsing

Naomi and Sarah rehearsing

Greeting Cards is playing at Showplace on the following dates:

-> Thursday, February 25th at 8pm
-> Friday, February 26th at 8pm
-> Saturday, February 27th at 2pm

Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for students

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Just BeYOUtiful Campaign Continues To Have Impact In Peterborough

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The Just BeYOUtiful Campaign in Peterborough was created by Niki Allday and Christina Abbott in 2013 to promote inner beauty and self confidence in youth.

The empowering BeYOUtiful has a school program run on a volunteer basis and some topics include bullying, volunteerism, how to be a role model and how to love yourself.

Throughout the last three years, the BeYOUtiful program has been run in numerous local schools. BeYOUtiful also has monthly camp days and run a volunteer garden in downtown Peterborough (generously donated by Ashburnham Realty).

The next camp day is Saturday, March 19th from 10 a.m. to noon at Peterborough YMCA. The camp will have great team building activities—including teaching children about growing their very own fruits and veggies. They will be painting a pot and planting seed.

The cost for the camp day is just $10 per child, and you can email Niki Allday to register here. There are limited spots available so register now!

Learn more about Just BeYOUtiful on their Facebook page and website.

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OPP Issue Warning About Ice Conditions

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With milder temperatures forecast all weekend, Ontario Provincial Police are warning the public to use extreme caution near any bodies of water with ice on them.

Ice conditions are rapidly changing with the mild weather and rain, so stay off the ice. What appears to be frozen could in fact be ice that is not capable of supporting much weight.

OPP also remind parents to “speak to your children and remind them of the dangers that come with melting ice. Not only does the ice become unsafe, but banks along all bodies of water, whether big or small, can become weakened and can pose a threat to people of all ages and pets too.”

Please spread the word on your social media channels. Don't take unnecessary risks on foot or snowmobile.

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Here Are Drawings Of The New Park That Will Replace Old Peterborough County Jail

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The old decrepit jail at Peterborough County Courthouse on Water Street is partially being demolished, and the plan is to convert the site into a park.

A peek at the plans from Peterborough's Lett Architects reveals many walls will be left standing, giving the impression of beautiful garden walls.

Lett Architect drawing

Lett Architect drawing

The County is preserving what it can of the old building, and will "then honour the history of the location with interpretive panels throughout the park that tell the stories of the site."

The park project is slated to begin in early Spring, and it looks impressive and picturesque.

Lett Architect drawing

Lett Architect drawing

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