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The Peterborough Petes Just Swept The Weekend, Are No. 1 Team In OHL
/Your Peterborough Petes had quite the weekend: They scored three unanswered goals to defeat the Otters 3-1 in Erie on Saturday night (November 30th), sweeping their three games in three days weekend.
Peterborough’s record improves to 19-6-1-1, and they remain in sole possession of first place in the OHL.
File photo by Jess Van Staalduinen, Peterborough Petes
After Hayden Fowler opened the scoring for Erie. The Petes responded with three straight goals from Michael Little (4), Zach Gallant (14), and Mason McTavish (15), with Gallant’s highlight reel tally garnering national attention.
Tucker Robertson recorded his third multi-point game of the season with two helpers. Semyon Der-Arguchintsev and Liam Kirk had single assists.
Final shots were 39-23 in favour of the Otters. Hunter Jones made 38 saves in his 17th win of the season.
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Construction Is Progressing On New Brock Mission
/The Brock Mission project is almost out of the ground, Lett Architects says on their Facebook page. The new modern facility is being built by Mortlock Construction on the existing property on Murray Street where the old building was housed, and is slated to open late 2020.
The three-storey building has been designed by Lett Architects around a courtyard with access to natural daylight into every room and corridor. The building will accommodate 31 shelter beds and 15 affordable living units, and also includes a dining hall which will provide three meals a day all year.
Photo via Lett Architects Facebook page
Final layers of insulation are being installed on the foundation walls while backfill is currently still in progress.
The Brock Mission men’s shelter will address concerns around housing and homelessness in Peterborough. The building is taking shape with framing starting mid-December, Lett Architect says. The work is being completed by Mortlock Construction, who are the construction managers on the project.
Photo via Lett Architects Facebook page
Check out renderings of the project here.
Photo via Lett Architects Facebook page
Peterborough Musicfest Diner's Super Savers Go On Sale Black Friday
/Back by popular demand, Peterborough Musicfest is excited to announce the return of its Diner’s Super Savers booklet.
Forty Six of Peterborough’s finest locally-owned restaurants, cafés and pubs are on board this year to offer “buy one regularly priced entrée, get the second one at half price.”
“Our Diner’s Super Savers booklet is the perfect stocking stuffer for the foodie in your family,” says Tracey Randall, general manager of Peterborough Musicfest.
“The best part is because it’s only $25, you just need to use the booklet two or three times before it’s paid for itself,” adds Randall. “Plus, your purchase is an investment in Musicfest as all proceeds go towards helping us put premier artists on our stage all summer long.”
WHERE THE BOOKLETS ARE AVAILABLE
Peterborough Musicfest’s Diner’s Super Savers booklet is available from Black Friday (November 29th) onward at the customer service desk at Lansdowne Place, City Hall, Peterborough and the Kawarthas Tourism office on George St. or online here.
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Shop Downtown Peterborough For Black Friday
/Bring your Holiday Shopping Passport downtown this Black Friday (November 29th) for great deals and a chance to win $3,000 in prizes.
Look for the Black Friday posters and balloons when you shop downtown at 100 participating downtown businesses, including fashion, furniture, restaurants, salons, music, toys, collectibles, sports and more.
Left to right: Terry Guiel, Executive Director of the DBIA; Julie Morris, DBIA Marketing Committee member; Gail Martin, owner of John Roberts Clothiers; John Martin, owner of John Roberts Clothiers
Starting Black Friday, parking downtown is free for two hours thanks to the City of Peterborough Parking Division.
“Park for free when you shop in downtown Peterborough on Black Friday for some great deals and use your Holiday Shopping Passport for a chance to win some money,” says Terry Guiel, Executive Director of the Peterborough Downtown Business Improvement Area. “Downtown is your destination for local shopping.”
Visit downtownptbo.ca for more details and a full list of participating Black Friday and Holiday Shopping Passport locations.
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Popular In From the Cold Holiday Concert Has Been Supporting Peterborough Homeless Youth For Two Decades
/John Hoffman, Creator and Director of the well-known In From the Cold concert, has announced that 2019 is the 20th year the concert will be running in Peterborough to raise money for the YES Shelter for Youth and Families.
This cherished concert started two decades ago with some talented Peterborough musicians looking to perform around the holidays. When deciding on where the proceeds should go, the group decided that youth experiencing homelessness in their community was the most pressing issue. Fast forward to today, and the In From the Cold concert has raised a whopping $130,000 in support of YES.
John Hoffman, Creator and Director of the In From the Cold Concert, with Meagan Hennekam, Executive Director for the YES Shelter
“These local musicians and performers put on an amazing show, and we feel very lucky to benefit from the show year after year,” says Meagan Hennekam, Executive Director of the YES Shelter for Youth and Families. “This year, it comes at a time when we are expanding our youth housing program, so the funds raised will be going directly to housing young people and working to resolve the issues that have caused their housing insecurity.”
In From the Cold is a different kind of Christmas concert, offering an enchanting mix of Celtic-style carols and seasonal songs performed by some of Peterborough’s top folk and roots musicians. Many Peterborough residents attend the concert year after year.
Tickets are general admission ($20 for adults, $15 for students and children) for the shows December 6th and 7th, and are on sale now at Market Hall (140 Charlotte Street).
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StoosNews Spotlight: Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Mr Brock Barbershop, The Play Cafe & More!
/PTBOCanada is delighted to to be running StooNews columns each week here, spotlighting new businesses and startups in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. Here is this week’s edition…
Mr Brock Barbershop opened recently at 221 Brock Street. Owned by Marsel Khakimi, you’ll find brothers Jack and Aiden Wilson ready to provide classic cuts, buzz cuts, a beard trim, or a hot towel shave. Both licensed barbers, Jack is also a licensed hair stylist. Walk-ins are welcome and they have a virtual reality room to play in if there is a wait. Book online at mrbrock.ca.
The Play Cafe is reopening at 1434 Chemong Road. Play Cafe offers a cozy, warm environment for children and their caregivers to create, explore, play, and connect with new friends, with developmentally appropriate toys, puzzles, books, and gross motor equipment. They host a variety of classes from Yoga for kids and adults, Mom + Baby Groups, and Family Paint Nights. Plus they offer birthday party and event packages! Stop in this Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. for some re-opening free play, cupcakes and prizes. playcafepeterborough.com
The Canoe and Paddle in Lakefield is starting a new Ball Hockey Tournament next weekend (December 6th). It’ll be held during the annual Christmas Street closure in Lakefield. There is no entry fee and they are looking for 12 teams. Details at the Canoe and Paddle (18 Bridge St.) in Lakefield.
Congratulations to Tina at Tiny Greens, who recently renovated in order to give the shop more room and add a lunch bar, so you can quickly order your lunch and have it freshly made right in front of you! 431George Street. Find Tiny Greens on Facebook here.
Whether you’ve got retail therapy plans for Black Friday, Small Business Saturday or Cyber Monday, or maybe you’re holding out for Boxing Day, I only have one suggestion—keep your town in business, by keeping your business in town. Everyone loves a bargain... just make sure that bargain comes from a local store that employs local people, pays local taxes, and not only gives on giving Tuesday, but every other day of the year by sponsoring local charities or sports teams. Hashtag #LovelocalPtbo on social media.
Paper Plant Project Wins Fifth Annual Cubs' Lair Entrepreneurship Competition
/The Innovation Cluster and Peterborough & the Kawarthas Economic Development (PKED) have announced the winner of the 5th Cubs’ Lair Entrepreneurship Competition. Six finalists competed to win the grand prize valued at over $7,000 at the Gordon Best Theatre on Thursday evening (November 21st).
Vanessa Mathieu, Joao Borges, Alesha Colaco and Jo Ho took home the grand prize for their innovative business, Paper Plant Project. Started by the Enactus Fleming team at Fleming College, these students are leading the project which involves the production of paper planters from recycled paper waste as educative kits for schools to promote biodegradable practices.
Paper Plant Project team from Enactus Fleming
“It was a lot of work that we put into this project,” says Joao Borges of the winning team. “It really speaks volumes to the fact that we are on the right track and starting to see value for the accomplishments that we’re doing on our product lines and all the impact that we could potentially create. We are looking forward to keep working hard and keep making wins like this one tonight.”
Joao Borges and Alesha Colaco from winning team
“With [the winning] package, we are definitely going to be investing into some marketing research with teachers as well as other marketing niches,” Borges adds.
“We will also be updating our website with Shopify as well as investing a lot into the manufacturing process to make sure we are being as efficient and consistent as possible. We also are going to take advantage of being connected with the community and get into the minds of the people around us because by the end of the day, we want to help Fleming College as a whole but also ultimately help our community.”
Left to right: Runners-up Flow Codes & Eco Care with winners Paper Plant Project
Runners-up included Shane Willis and Tanner Morrow with their business idea Eco Care, a property maintenance company focused on electric powered landscaping equipment, as well as Telsi Szanyi of Flow Codes, a subscription service for wellness resources with a focus on promoting well-being for employees in the workplace.
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Peterborough Paramedics Sign Partnership Agreement With Wounded Warriors Canada
/Peterborough County-City Paramedics (PCCP) has announced the signing of a new partnership agreement with Wounded Warriors Canada (WWC), the well-known national mental health charity that provides vital mental health programs to support Veterans, First Responders and their families.
Under the agreement, Peterborough County-City Paramedics will share resources and identify or refer their members in need of mental health support to the programs offered by Wounded Warriors Canada.
Photo from Peterborough Paramedics announcement courtesy Wounded Warriors Canada
“Our top priority is the psychological and physical health and safety of our staff,” says PCCP Chief Randy Mellow. “This new partnership with Wounded Warriors Canada will allow us to expand upon on the support network we already have in place to ensure that our paramedics and their families are fully supported at their time of greatest need.”
First Responders are highly trained and skilled professionals who, due to the nature of their work, often face challenging situations that test their physical or mental health and safety. Wounded Warriors Canada’s innovative approach to mental health combines clinical best practices and evidence-informed care to create an environment of compassion, hope and resiliency for participants.
Scott Maxwell from Wounded Warriors and PCCP Chief Randy Mellow signing partnership agreement (Photo courtesy Wounded Warriors Canada)
