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Share: Look At This Peer To Peer Safety App Called Companion For Students
/A free peer-to-peer safety app called Companion is getting a lot shares on social media around the world, and in Peterborough.
Image via Companion YouTube video
Companion—which was created by five students from the University of Michigan—allows users to request a friend or family member to keep them company and virtually track their journey home on GPS.
Image via YouTube companion video
This personal safety mobile app is perfect for high school, university and college students—and anyone wanting to make sure a loved one gets home safe. Watch the video below to learn more about how it works...
Please share on your social media channels.
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Lansdowne Place Receives 3 Reports Of Dogs Being Left In Cars
/Police, the Humane Society and the media—including us—have been sending out constant messages to not leave your pets in hot cars. Because your pet could die. Unfortunately, not everyone seems to be getting the message.
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We received this email below from Helen Edwards, Marketing Director, at Lansdowne Place Mall, today (September 4th):
"We need your help! This morning we have had 3 reports of dogs being left in cars in our parking lot, and while thankfully each one has been resolved without serious damage to the pet, we are concerned that this may be happening in other places without the same positive outcome.
Our Security Team believes that right now we may be dealing with people from out of town who in an effort to run a few errands before they make it to their destination are leaving their pets in the car.
If possible, can you please help us spread the word throughout the region in whatever outlet you have at your disposal? It is my hope that collectively we can potentially help save some loving pets from being permanently damaged."
Great reminder to everyone Helen!
Here is what to do if you see a pet in a hot car.
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Read More19 Back To School Safety Tips For Students, Families & Motorists
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Read MoreYour Child Can Learn About Taking School Bus At Lansdowne Place First Rider Sessions
/This is a great opportunity for parents to get their young kids onto a bus before the first day of school so they know what's happening and aren't caught off guard!
There are "First Rider" sessions at Lansdowne Place Centre Court (near the escalators) taking place Friday, August 28th and Saturday, August 29th.
"First Rider" allows students—and their parents—to become familiar with the bus riding experience (and important safety rules) in advance of the new school year through this unique hands-on free event.
Registration is not required for these sessions, and the Dates & Times are as follows:
Friday, August 28th > ongoing sessions from 3 pm to 6 pm
Saturday, August 29th -> ongoing sessions from 9 am to 1 pm
**Please spread the word on your social media channels to parents about these sessions.
—By Aaron Elliott
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UPDATE: 14 Year Old Male Arrested For Threats Made To Area High Schools
/UPDATE: An arrest has been made. Here's the release from police...
On Thursday, April 2nd, the Peterborough Police Service received information from the community which led to the arrest of a 14 year old male for the threat to Crestwood Secondary School, Adam Scott High School and a blanket threat received on April 1 directed at Peterborough high schools.
The male has been charged with:
• Mischief X3
• Utter Threats X3
• False Messages X3
The male was held in custody and will appear in court later today (April 2). Under the Youth Criminal Justice Act the name of a young offender cannot be released.
The Peterborough Police would like to thank the OPP, the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board and the Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board for their assistance and support during this investigation. We would also like to thank the public for their assistance and support.
The Peterborough Police would like to remind the public that making false accusations that interrupts or interferes with the lawful use or enjoyment of property is a criminal offence and the police service will exhaust all avenues to identify these parties and make our community the safest place we can.
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ORIGINAL POST below...
According to a special new police release, the Peterborough Police Service and the Peterborough County OPP continue to jointly investigate threats made to local secondary schools that first began on Tuesday.
Both police services are working closely and co-operatively with both the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board and the Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board in ensuring the safety of staff, students and our community.
**Both the Peterborough Police Service and the Peterborough County OPP have additional officers stationed at area high schools today (April 2) as an added safety measure.
Police want to reassure parents, students and our community that our schools are safe places and all necessary safety precautions are in place.
The joint investigation is ongoing at this time.
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Buckhorn Woman Launches "No Traps On Trails" Petition After Her Dog Dies In A Baited Kill-Trap
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UPDATED POST:
Valerie, who sent us along a few more pictures of George, tells us more about her beloved dog: "Let me tell you a bit about George. He had a rough start to life as a homeless dog living on a reserve on James Bay, 16 hours north of Montreal. He was rescued along with his best friend Gracie a few short years ago and they found their way to us. George had a very regal bearing while he thought deep thoughts, but he was also a goofball who loved to play and cuddle. He loved boat rides, going to work with my husband Ric and, of course, long walks on local trails."
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ORGINAL POST
Buckhorn's Valerie Strain is petitioning Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry MPP Bill Mauro for "No traps On Trails" after her dog George was caught and killed in a baited kill-trap (aka Conibear) just before Christmas. "He died a slow death while I struggled unsuccessfully to free him," Valerie says in the petition, adding that "The trap was located on Crown Land just a few feet from a side trail and within 20 ft of a popular snowmobile/ATV trail."
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) was informed of what happened and is investigating but told Valerie there are no rules about how close to trails the trap can be set and no requirement to notify the public that they are there. "There does not seem to be any way for the public to find out where traplines are; they could be anywhere on Crown Land, on your neighbour's property, even in Provincial Parks and you wouldn't know," she says.
George meeting a moose on same trail where he died
"My husband and I both grew up in rural areas," adds Valerie in the petition. "We had no idea the risk we were taking every time we took our dogs out on this trail. One of our responsibilities as pet owners is to keep them safe. We failed George in that regard. Please help us make sure this doesn't happen to another family pet, or worse, a child out on a walk with his parents."
To prevent more deaths on Ontario trails and improve the safety of everyone sharing our outdoor spaces, she is urging the MNRF to:
1. launch a public awareness campaign about the danger to pets and people from active traps - including publishing maps online that show registered trapline areas, and
2. improve trapping practices and regulations – including setting a minimum distance from public trails, and marking trails that run close to traplines.
Learn more about her petition here.
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12 Essential Winter Safety Driving Tips From Peterborough Police
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Peterborough Police remind citizens to slow down and drive the conditions. Please remember the following tips...
1. Be aware and be cautious. Weather conditions can deteriorate quickly or change as you travel.
2. Slow down and wear your seat belt. Posted speed limits reflect ideal conditions, but don't reflect wet or snowy conditions. Adjust your speed accordingly.
3. Keep a safe distance between you and the vehicle in front of you. On slippery road surfaces, double the two-second rule.
4. Avoid sudden turns of the steering wheel, and sudden braking and accelerating that could cause a skid.
5. Avoid situations where you may have to break suddenly on a slippery surface.
6. See and be seen. Always clear ice and snow from all vehicle windows to maximize visibility, and turn on your vehicle's full lighting system when blowing snow and white-outs impair your visibility.
7. Make sure you know how to use your braking system in all weather and road conditions.
8. Allow more time to get to your destination. Extra time is required to negotiate snow-covered roads.
9. Your vehicle's tire treads should be in good condition and you should always have plenty of windshield washer fluid to assist with visibility.
10. Pack an emergency kit and keep it in your vehicle at all times.
11. Snow and ice are more slippery at 0°c than at -20°c or below.
12. Watch for black ice at temperatures between +4°c and -4°c where the road surface ahead looks black and shiny. It is often found on shaded areas of the road, bridges and overpasses long after the sun has come out.
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