Peterborough Petes Dominate Mississauga Steelheads In 5-1 Win; Extend Winning Streak to Three

The Peterborough Petes showed no signs of rust over the holiday break, extending their winning streak to three games as they dominated the Mississauga Steelheads in a 5-1 win at the Peterborough Memorial Centre (PMC) on Thursday.

It has been two weeks since the Peterborough Petes played thier last game as they came off a two-game win streak heading into thier game against Mississauga. Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

The Steelheads were without their captain Ethan Del Mastro and starting goalie Alessio Beglieri who are at the World Juniors. While Brennan Othmann (Canada) and Brian Zanetti (Switzerland) of the Petes are out for the same tournament.

J.R. Avon forced a turnover that let Tucker Robertson feed Connor Lockhart for a goal, 5:21 into the game for a 1-0 lead for Petebrorough. Two minutes later, Lockhart set up Avon while shorthanded to give the Petes a 2-0 lead. Mississauga retaliated just under five minutes later on the power play as Jake Uberti put the Steelheads on the board, making it 2-1 into the second.

Peterborough showed poise for the remainder of the game as Chase Stillman fished a puck from a scrum and backhanded it in for a 3-1 Petes lead. Mississauga put Petes goaltender Michael Simpson under siege with 22 shots in the period but stopped them all to maintain a Peterborough lead. With under a minute left in the period, Robertson and Avon capitalized on a two-on-zero breakaway with the latter scoring his second of the game, making it 4-1 into the third.

Jonathan Melee poked home his second of the season for a 5-1 Petes lead. Mississauga tried to save some pride in the final minute of the game on the power play but Michael Simpson made a highlight reel save, robbing Luke Misa of a one-timed shot that seemingly looking like a wide open net. Peterborough walked away with the last game of the calender year at the PMC with a win.

Petes defenceman Sam Mayer played his 100th career OHL game on the night. The Petes next game Friday against the Kitchener Rangers.

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December Wildlife Photography Review with Dave Ellis

This month’s snowy images from wildlife photographer Dave Ellis feature various local wildlife from around Peterborough and the Kawarthas.

The Omemee-based shares some of his captures from December, which you may seen featured in our daily ‘Good Morning PTBO’ posts.

Follow along with Ellis’ work as the seasons change through PTBOCanada.

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“The Cookie People”; Peterborough Family Deliver Holiday Cheer Through Thousands of Homemade Cookies

Local family the Hurlingtons spread kindness and cheer through holiday baking, delivering 3,000 cookies in their Tudor Crescent neighbourhood.

They moved to Peterborough 17 years ago and became known as ‘The Cookie People,’ distributing the baked goods as a way to get acquainted with their neighbours in the Beavermead Park area.

Six different cookies were baked for the occasion, such as pumpkin spice shortbread, coconut washboard, wholesome jam thumbprints, mango apricot oatmeal, cocoa butter cookie and chocolate crinkle.

The homemade treats were delivered in 200 hand-decorated boxes.

“We bought plain white boxes in bulk and each took some time to decorate them. My little brother Yzedro especially loved drawing unique designs on the boxes,” said Alvea Hurlington, the eldest child of the family. “I’m recently engaged so this might be the last year we're all together over the Christmas break making cookies so it was a little bittersweet but lots of fun.”

Alvea says that new faces and long-time neighbours always enjoy the cookie delivery, which has been a family tradition since moving to the community.

“They've (neighbours) seen our family grow and they've watched each of us grow up. We're so grateful for the friendship and good energy that they bring to our community,” she said. “Every year we deliver to some new neighbours for the very first time. They always look at us a little funny when the group of us show up at the door and hand them a free box of cookies but they are always excited to see us back the next year!”

Alvea says the tradition brings her family together as they listen to music and dance around the house while baking. Photo courtesy of Alvea Hurlington.

Last year in the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Hurlington’s put together flyers, offering various services for their neighbours who were isolating such as picking up groceries, mail, emergency childcare or even a friendly phone call free of charge.

“We want to inspire people in every community to do something kind for their neighbours. Whether it's cookies, cupcakes, bread, a painted rock or just a friendly hello, every little act of kindness or service allows us to be a blessing to each other and make our City a better place to live,” said Alvea.

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Hometown PTBO: Pete Dalliday Recapping the Peterborough Community Members of 2022

This week on Hometown PTBO, we recap some of the wonderful people that Pete Dalliday has talked to over 2022. Community members, athletes, artists and more are showcased as we wrap up the 2022 edition of Hometown PTBO.

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Peterborough Petes Showcased For CHL on TSN Hockey Broadcast On Jan. 20

The Peterborough Petes are getting the national spotlight as they are scheduled to be on the CHL ON TSN TV broadcast on Jan. 20 against the Guelph Storm on the road.

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

The announcement was made by the Canadian Hockey League announced on Thursday. The game is broadcasted on TSN starting at 7:30 p.m.

This is the first of two games between both teams (the second on Feb. 12 in Peterborough). The teams last met on Jan. 3, 2020, where the Storm won 5-2 against the Petes.

The Storm features their highly-acclaimed 2023 NHL draft prospect, Cam Allen.

The Oshawa Generals against the Kitchener Rangers on Jan 13. and Sarnia Sting versus the London Knights on Feb. 17 are the other two games to be showcased on the CHL ON TSN TV broadcast.

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Peterborough Laker Alumnus John Grant Jr. Hired As Assistant Coach For Redwoods Lacrosse Club

Five-time Mann Cup champion and Peterborough Lakers’ alumnus John Grant Jr. has been hired as the assistant coach of the Redwoods Lacrosse Club of the Premiere Lacrosse League announced on Thursday.

John Grant Jr. has been granted a key to the city back in 2016. File Photo.

A two-time MLL MVP, Grant Jr. tallied 393 goals and 232 assists during his playing career. He won the Mann Cup five times with the Lakers in 2004, 2006, 2007, 2010 and 2012. He was voted Mann Cup MVP for 2004 and 2007.

"I'm beyond excited. I had the privilege and honor to work with [Redwoods LC head coach] Nat [St. Laurent] during my brief stint with the [Ohio] Machine in '16. I've kept in touch with him. He's got a heart of gold and he knows the game," said Grant Jr. "We've got some rockstars on the O that I get to learn from and teach a little."

Grant Jr. won five MLL Championships during his career with the 2008 Rochester Rattlers, 2009 Toronto Nationals, 2012 and 2013 Chesapeake Bayhawks and the 2014 Denver Outlaws.

"He's won at every level that he's ever coached or played at," said Nat St. Laurent, Redwoods LC head coach and general manager. "We have a history together going back to the Ohio Machine where we made a championship run when Coach Davis traded for him. There's good chemistry. He's going to be a great addition to our staff."

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Local Pharmacies To Prescribe Free Medication For 13 Common Ailments In New Year

The Ontario Government launched a way for local pharmacists to prescribe free medications to anyone with a health card for 13 medical ailments announced on Thursday.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The prescriptions are available as of Sunday.

This service is meant to remove the need for a doctor’s office visit and provide convenience.

“Stopping by your local pharmacy for quick and easy access to treatment for some of your most common ailments increases your access to the care you need closer to home,” said Sylvia Jones, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health. “Expanding the ability of pharmacists to provide care is one more way we’re putting people at the centre of our health care system, making it easier, faster and more convenient to access health care in their community.”

Pharmacists will be able to offer prescriptions for:

• hay fever (allergic rhinitis);

• oral thrush (candidal stomatitis);

• pink eye (conjunctivitis; bacterial, allergic and viral);

• dermatitis (atopic, eczema, allergic and contact);

• menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea);

• acid reflux (gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD));

• hemorrhoids;

• cold sores (herpes labialis);

• impetigo;

• insect bites and hives;

• tick bites (post-exposure prophylaxis to prevent Lyme disease);

• sprains and strains (musculoskeletal); and

• urinary tract infections (UTIs).

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Canadian Blood Services Announces Immediate Need for Donors

The Canadian Blood Services announces there is an immediate need for donors from all communities to help grow the blood and plasma supply for patients in need this winter season.

Heavy snowfall, extreme cold and icy conditions in many parts of Canada have led to a shortfall of about 1,500 or ten per cent of expected blood and plasma collections. Continuing winter conditions illness may further impact collections, and the poor weather can also create an increase in trauma events and the demand for blood.

The Canadian Blood Services claim the national inventory of several blood types remains “far below optimal” according to a press release. 

“The national blood inventory has declined by over 35 per cent since the start of October. Currently, we have three or four days on hand of several blood types. The ideal inventory of fresh blood products is between five and eight days. We can and will turn this around and we need donors to fill all open appointments,” said Rick Prinzen, chief SC officer and vice president of Donor Relations for the Canadian Blood Services. “We are extremely grateful to the donors that regularly donate and also respond to these immediate needs. We also strongly encourage new donors to join Canada’s lifeline. Ensuring that the national supply meets patients’ needs over the coming weeks is an imperative for all of us. We also ask that donors, to the extent possible and reasonable, keep their appointments this week and throughout January.”

O-negative blood donors are especially needed as this blood type can be transfused to any patient. In times of emergency or for newborn patients, the universal blood type O-negative can make a lifesaving difference.

Same-day and open appointment slots are available at many donation events across Canadian. Book your appointment online at blood.ca, on the GiveBlood app, or by calling 1 888 2 DONATE (1-888-236-6283).

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City Seeking Peterborough Airport Restaurant Operator

The City of Peterborough is seeking an established Food Service operator at the Peterborough Airport through a Request for Proposals process announced on Wednesday.

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The restaurant was constructed as part of the Air Terminal building in 2011. The building has three wings made up of a City-owned restaurant facility with a capacity for 50 patrons, an airport lobby and administrative offices for Airport management and operations.

The City of Peterborough is seeking to establish a long-term operating agreement to provide food services at the airport.

Anyone interested in submitting proposals to provide food services at the airport can find information regarding RFP-32-22 online at Bids and Tenders - City Of Peterborough.

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Peterborough Police Recover Stolen Vehicle Taken From Stewart Street

Peterborough Police Service has recovered a stolen truck from a Stewart Street driveway that was stolen sometime overnight on Boxing Day (Monday).

File Photo.

On Tuesday just before 8:30 p.m. police were dispatched to a business on Lansdowne Street East regarding a suspicious customer that left behind a bag full of various pieces of identification. Police were told two people were seen loading up a cart and left after noticing they were being watched.

One of them was currently in the store attempting to get her property back. Police approached the customer and asked for identification and received a fake name from the customer. They were arrested for obstructing officers and taken to a police vehicle in the parking lot.

Police received information that the customer had arrived in a truck that was currently parked alongside the building. It was the officers who learned it was taken from Stewart Street.

The customer was arrested for being in possession of a stolen vehicle. A police check revealed the accused had two outstanding warrants for her arrest for breach of probation and failure to attend court.

The accused was transported to the Peterborough Police station. During the booking process, several pieces of stolen identification were located. As a result, the accused is facing four additional possession of stolen property charges. The accused was held for bail hearing on Wednesday.

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