Peterborough Lakers Take Control With 3-1 Series Lead Over Six Nations In 12-5 Rout

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers put on their most dominating playoff performance with a 12-5 rout over the Six Nations Chiefs and grabbed a 3-1 Major Series Lacrosse final series lead at the Memorial Centre on Tuesday night.

Photo courtesy of Anna Taylor and the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers.

The Lakers shined offensively and defensively out of the gate, leading 4-0 after the first period. They continued their momentum ringing off another six goals while allowing only one after the second period to make it 10-1.

The Lakers scored another five goals and easily held on for the 12-5 win to take game four of the series.

Holden Cattoni led the Lakers with a hat trick and an assist. Shawn Evans, Joe Resetarits and Mark Matthews tacked a pair of goals and four assists each.

Goaltender Doug Buchan stood tall and made 36 saves on 41 shots for a Lakers win.

National Lacrosse League and Major Lacrosse League’s number one overall pick in 2015, Lyle Thompson returned to the lineup and led the Chiefs with two goals.

Game five is on Friday at 8 p.m. at the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena in Ohsweken. If necessary, Game six is in Peterborough on Aug. 28 at 7 p.m.

If Peterborough wins one more game, they will host the Western Lacrosse Association champion for the Mann Cup. 

Lakers Game Leaders:

• Holden Cattoni (3-1) 

• Joe Resetarits (2-4) 

• Shawn Evans (2-4) 

• Mark Matthews (2-4) 

• Thomas Hoggarth (2-1) 

• Matt Gilray (1-0) 

• Kiel Matisz (0-4) 

• Turner Evans (0-3) 

• Bryce Sweeting (0-1) 

• Doug Buchan: 36 saves 

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Voice of Business: We Need An Engaged and Informed Community

Municipal election campaigns are officially underway!

The deadline for all prospective candidates to file their papers was Friday, August 19. Official candidate lists will filter out in coming days — all in preparation for election day on Oct. 24

As a Chamber of Commerce, our role is to be non-partisan advocates for the local business community.

We have an ambitious plan to engage the community and candidates this fall by hosting nine election debates — an in-person mayoral debate in the city and eight Zoom debates in the townships of Peterborough County.

• Monday, Sept. 26 5:30 – 7:00 pm — Township of Douro-Dummer (via Zoom)

• Monday, Sept. 26 7:30 – 9:00 pm — Township of Asphodel-Norwood (via Zoom)

• Tuesday, Sept. 27 5:30 – 7:00 pm — Township of Otonabee-South Monaghan (via Zoom)

• Tuesday, Sept. 27 7:30 – 9:00 pm — Selwyn Township (via Zoom)

• Wednesday, Sept. 28 5:30 – 7:00 pm — Township of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen (via Zoom)

• Wednesday, Sept. 28 7:30 – 9:00 pm — Township of Cavan Monaghan (via Zoom)

• Thursday, Sept. 29 5:30 – 7:00 pm — Municipality of Trent Lakes (via Zoom)

• Thursday, Sept. 29 7:30 – 9:00 pm — Township of North Kawartha (via Zoom)

• Thursday, Oct. 6 7:00 – 8:30 pm — City of Peterborough mayoral debate (in person and streamed on YouTube)

Ward councillor candidates in the City of Peterborough will be provided with a questionnaire on local issues and we’ll be sure to share their feedback online.

The last two years have shown the power of streaming events like political debates online. Our provincial election debate in the fall garnered 1,400 YouTube views and our federal election debate the year before had 3,200 views. And that’s just YouTube. The debates were posted on other social media channels and broadcast on YourTV. We’re reaching more people than ever before.

We will also be hosting an election page at pkchamber.ca with the latest information on local candidates, issues and events.

You can also find municipality-specific election information here:

• City of Peterborough

• Township of Asphodel-Norwood

• Township of Cavan Monaghan

• Township of Douro-Dummer

• Township of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen

• Township of North Kawartha

• Township of Otonabee-South Monaghan

• Township of Selwyn

• Municipality of Trent Lakes

The biggest factor in the effectiveness of our election advocacy program is you! We need you to be part of the process — engaging the candidates, attending debates and submitting questions/issues. We need to hear from businesses and the community at large on what are the pressing issues your council should address in the next four years (send them to joel@pkchamber.ca). As the voice of business in Peterborough and the Kawarthas, our role is best served with an engaged community that amplifies our voice in advocating for a stronger region.

It's up to all of us to elect leaders that will put their attention and energy to invest in what our communities need — and not in isolation, but as a region. We need homes that are affordable and accessible to new homeowners. We need to ensure everyone has access to fast and reliable internet. We need solutions for poverty that is becoming far too visible to ignore.

Take some time over the next couple of months to get to know your local candidates, the issues, and attend one of the numerous events being hosted by the Chamber and other community organizations. An informed and engaged community is good for democracy and the health of our region.

Content provided by the Peterborough and the Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce.

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Peterborough Petes Pre-Season Games Will Be Hosted At Community Rinks And Will Benefit Local Minor Hockey Organizations

The Peterborough Petes will be playing three pre-season games in local community rinks in the Peterborough area in September with proceeds from each game supporting local minor hockey organizations.

The ice pad at the Asphodel-Norwood Community Centre is NHL sized, and the arena can hold over 700 spectators. Photo courtesy of the Township of Asphodel-Norwood.

Fans are strongly encouraged to purchase in advance in order to guarantee access to each game, as tickets are limited for each pre-season game.

On September 4 the Petes will take on the Oshawa Generals at 2:05 p.m. at the Asphodel-Norwood Community Centre.

Proceeds from ticket sales will support Norwood Minor Hockey. Tickets can be purchased at the following locations:

• Asphodel-Norwood Community Centre, Hilts Butcher Shop, JJ Stewart Motors, Lynns Flowers and Gifts

• Or by contacting Jen Stewart (705-760-4234) or Ryan Post (705-927-3632)

On September 10 the Petes clash with the Sudbury Wolves at 4:05 p.m. at the Cavan Monaghan Community Centre.

Ticket sales will support the Millbrook District Minor Hockey Association. Tickets will be on sale to the general public through the Millbrook Minor Hockey website starting on August 27. MDMHA families will have access to an exclusive pre-sale on August 25-26.

On September 23 the Petes will play their final home pre-season game against the East Division rival Kingston Frontenacs at 7:05 p.m. at the Cobourg Community Centre. Ticket sales will support various Cobourg and area minor hockey associations. Tickets can be purchased, in person, at the Cobourg Community Centre or by clicking here.

Tickets are now on sale for all 2022-23 regular season games, including the Home Opener on September 29 at 7:05 p.m. at the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

Petes Season Ticket Members and flex pack holders have priority access to Home Opener tickets. To gain access to the Home Opener in an exclusive booking window, fans can call (705) 743-3681 ext. 6000, email the Petes, or visit the Petes Store online or in person at the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

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Havelock Boys Return Home With Heads Held High After Representing Ontario At Eastern Canadian Fastpitch Tournament

The Havelock Express U15 Rep Softball represented Ontario at the Eastern Canadian Championships, held in Brookfield, Nova Scotia last weekend.

“For eight years I have watched most of these boys grow and develop their skills, battle through wins and losses and just grow together in the sport they love to play,” said Cheryl Levesque, who started the Havelock Minor Softball Program eight years ago with her husband, in a social media post. “No matter what happens We thank you our home town community for getting them all here.”

The team was selected by the Ontario Amateur Softball Association (OASA) to represent Ontario at the tournament. When they found out they had been selected, businesses and residents in Havelock rallied together to fundraise $14,000 to help get the team to Nova Scotia.

In their first game on Thursday Havelock Express defeated the Carbonear Islanders 9-6, with Raine Ayrhart named player of the game.

The boys faced the home team, the Brookfield Elks, on Thursday and were defeated 9 - 2. Raine Ayrhart received the player of the game award for a second time.

On Friday, Havelock played a tough game against Wilmot Thunder, but finished with a loss of 6 - 4. Raine Aryhart was Havelock’s player of the game.

At 1 p.m. they fell 4-2 to the Clarenville Caribous.

On Saturday Havelock defeated the East Hants Mastodons 5-4 in their first playoff game. Player of the game was Wes Minard.

In a close final game on Saturday night, the Goulds beat Havelock Express 13-12. Wes Menard received player of the game.

Ultimately the home team the Brookfield Elks won gold.

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A Trip For Ice Cream Ended In $58,069 Lottery Win For Retired Lakefield Farmer

Debara (Debbie) Bullock of Lakefield is now $58,069 richer after winning a Lotto 6/49 second place prize on July 23.

Photo courtesy of OLG.

Bullock, a retired farmer, is an occasional lottery player who purchases tickets sporadically.

"I went to the store for ice cream and decided to pick up a Quick Pick ticket. I stopped in at the same store a week later and discovered my win," she said. "I had my granddaughter with me and the other customers in the store were congratulating me.”

Bullock says she called her husband right away to share the news, but he didn’t believe her.

"When he realized it was true, he was really excited,” she said. “When I received my cheque, my fingers were tingling. I’ve never won money like this before.”

She shays she plans to pay some bills and purchase a new washer and dryer. She is also considering purchasing a new trailer for their camp.

“I plan to make the most out of every penny of this win.”

The winning ticket was purchased at Mac's on Mathew Street in Marmora.

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Herod Financial Services Donates $20,000 To CMHA HKPR To Support Journeying Together Program

Herod Financial Services has donated $20,000 to the Journeying Together program at Canadian Mental Health Association Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge (CMHA HKPR), announced on Tuesday.

Photo by Luke Best.

CMHA HKPR’s Journeying Together program provides education and support to caregivers and family members of individuals with a mental health concern. The program supports approximately 250 individuals per year, helping them learn how to better support their loved ones and themselves.

The Journeying Together program is available to caregivers in Peterborough and County, Northumberland, Haliburton, and Kawartha Lakes.

“The Herods are leaders in supporting caregiver mental health in our community and they have championed our Journeying Together program since 2014. The Herod’s support has been instrumental in the success of the program,” said Jack Veitch, Manager of Community Engagement and Education at CMHAHKPR.

The Family Education Support Worker facilitates a 9 session educational group to assist family, friends and caregivers in the development of capacity and skills related to living with a loved one who has mental health concerns. Topics are based on common needs of caregivers.

Topics that family members and caregivers may learn about include:

• Understanding Mental Illness and Stigma

• Navigating the Mental Health System

• Communication

• Boundaries, Limits and Expectations

• Addressing Emotions

• Stress and Self-care

• Crisis and Relapse Planning

“It is so important for individuals suffering a mental health concern to have a strong support system. Journeying Together helps sustain the people who love and support their family member or friend who is having challenges. We are so blessed to be able to help the CMHA deliver this important service,” said Kevan Herod, CEO of Herod Financial Services.

“We know that the pandemic has had a significant impact on mental health in our community and we recognize the toll that this has taken on caregivers of loved ones with a mental health concern. Programs, like our Journeying Together program, are needed now more then ever,” says Veitch.

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PRHC Foundation 50/50 Winner Takes Home $38,370

Laurie Vandean of Peterborough has won $38,370 in the Peterborough Regional Health Centre Foundation Summer 50/50 Lottery, announced on Tuesday.

Photo by Luke Best.

Vandean won with with Ticket Number D-1286692.

Paul Gullo and James Alleston were the Early Bird winners, winning a combined $4,500 in the Early Bird Draws.

To date, more than $375,000 has been awarded over 8 lotteries in the past year.

Proceeds from the Lottery help fund state-of-the-art technology, fuel innovation, and bring lifesaving new services to the region.

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Peterborough Lakers Alumni Hosting First Online Jersey Auction of Local NLL Players

The Peterborough Lakers Alumni is holding its first-ever online jersey auction of local lacrosse stars in their National Lacrosse League (NLL) uniforms.

There are 16 NLL player jerseys — both past and present — available for auction that plays such as include Cory Viterelli, Shawn Evans Bryce Sweeting and Robert Hope.

The deadline to bid on the jerseys ends at 9 p.m. Tuesday., which is roughly the end of the second period of game four of the MSL 2022 final.

Bidders can either visit the Peterborough Memorial Centre beside the Peterborough and District Sports Hall of Fame or go online to participate in the auction.

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Peterborough Petes Seeking Billet Families For Upcoming Season

The Peterborough Petes are accepting Billet families for the upcoming 2022-2023 season announced by the team on Monday.

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

Families part of the program receive two lower bowl season tickets, a room and board stipend ($115 per week, per player), invitations to exclusive team events, flex tickets for use throughout the season and other team perks and benefits.

If you are interested in learning more about the Billet Family Program, or would like to apply to become a billet family, fill out the form online, contact Walter Di Clemente at (705) 743-3681 or email info@gopetesgo.com.

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