Peterborough Petes Win In the Last-Minute Against Rival Oshawa Generals, 3-2

Add another win for Peterborough in their historic rivalry with Oshawa as the Petes won in last-minute fashion, 3-2 against the Generals at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on Thursday.

Photo courtesy of Kenneth Andersen and the Peterborough Petes.

Peterborough earned a power play 1:55 into the game but turned sour fast. Generals’ Luke Torrance chipped the puck for himself after a seemingly won faceoff by the Petes for a shorthanded breakaway. Michael Simpson saved the first shot but Ryan Gagnier cleaned up the rebound for a 1-0 Oshawa lead. Roughly 13-and-a-half minutes later, Brennan Othmann got Peterborough on the board from Samuel Mayer’s point shot to tie it up into the second.

13:13 into the second period saw Tucker Robertson take on a solo mission, speeding by three Generals and beating goaltender Jacob Oster for a 2-1 lead going into the third. During that period, Othmann took a puck to the face but would eventually return.

Oshawa wasted no time in the third period, scoring 47 seconds in as Calum Ritchie shot at the net from outside the faceoff circle that went in through traffic for a 2-2 tie. With 52 seconds remaining, Othmann took the game into his own hands, rifling a shot from a drop pass that Oster could not corral into his glove for a 3-2 lead and win. The goal was Othmann’s 16th of the season and second of the game.

The Petes hit the road for two back-to-back road games beginning Friday against the Guelph Storm. Puck drop is at 7:30 p.m. and is being televised on TSN as part of the CHL on TSN series.

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The Government of Ontario Investing $60,000 in Hospice Norwood

New funding from the Government of Ontario is set to make a big difference for programming at Hospice Norwood.

photo courtesy of hospice norwood.

The funding will be used to renovate an accessible bathroom, increase accessibility in the meeting space and hire a Rural Outreach Coordinator to oversee/coordinate community hospice programs.

"We're working hard to expand health care services in rural communities like ours, and this investment will ensure that patients in Norwood receive high quality end-of-life care," said MPP David Piccini. "This additional funding and programming will better enable the hardworking staff and volunteers at Hospice Norwood to leverage Peterborough and deliver better care to our community."

Programming will be focused on people living with a palliative diagnosis, caregivers of people living with a palliative diagnosis and people experiencing grief due to the death of a significant person in their life.

Hospice Norwood will be holding a public information meeting at the Norwood Legion on Jan. 31 to update the community on progress Hospice Norwood has made in the past year and introduce the new Rural Outreach Coordinator.

Intake for programs will occur through Hospice Peterborough and those interested in the programming can contact Intake Coordinators Amy and Lisa at 705-742-4042 × 251.

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Hometown PTBO: Dan O'Toole Being Appointed the Grand Marshall of the St. Patrick's Day Parade and His Irish Heritage

This week on Hometown PTBO, Pete Dalliday talks with former sports anchor Dan O’Toole about being appointed the Grand Marshall of this year's St. Patrick's Day Parade, his Irish heritage and his podcast Boomsies.

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Fleming Orientation Welcomes New Students with Winter Skate

Fleming College Sutherland Campus welcomed students for the new January semester, offering on-campus events and information for new and returning students on Thursday.

photo by Samantha Bianco.

On campus, students had the opportunity to attend program orientation sessions, meet faculty and connect with Fleming’s Student Experience team, along with some fun on-campus events.

The day started with a pancake breakfast at the Steele Centre, and a skating rink from Fleming Student Administrative Services was open to all students at the Sutherland Residence Village. Magician and comedian Wes Barker performed for students at the Steele Centre Pub, and free beaver tails were handed out later in the afternoon to the first 150 students.

It may be cold but we are staying warm during Fleming Skates, part of Orientation for @FlemingCollege students. Bundle up and join us at the outdoor skating rink at the Sutherland Residence Village until 5 p.m. today. Skating is available for all Fleming students! ❄️ pic.twitter.com/SFXy16tSIi

— @Fleming_Pres (@Fleming_Pres) January 19, 2023

As of January 2023, Fleming has just over 5,300 students across their three campuses. 

• 1,434 students at the Frost Campus (Lindsay)

• 3,1812 students at the Sutherland Campus (Peterborough)

• 58 students at the Haliburton School of Art + Design (Haliburton)

These numbers also include 1,100 new International students from around the world who came to Fleming this January.

photo by Samantha bianco.

Some of which, Steele Centre manager Whitney Piper mentions, have never seen snow or a skating rink in-person. 

“It’s great to see (students) on the ice, and putting on skates for the first time,” Piper said. “It’s the real Canadian experience for these students who’ve never experienced it.”

For more information on Fleming College campus orientations, visit the website.

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Canadian Government Invests Over $110,000 For Six Senior Support Projects in Peterborough

The Canadian Government has invested $116,881 to fund six community-based senior support projects in Peterborough through the 2021–22 New Horizons for Seniors Program announced at the Activity Haven Senior Centre on Thursday.

Minister of Seniors, Kamal Khera (left) with Lynne Bullard, Activity Haven board president (right) prior to the announcement. Seniors are considered one of Canada’s fastest-growing population groups, representing almost 25 per cent of the population by 2051 and could reach close to 11 million people within 15 years according to the Canadian Government. Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The announcement was made by the Minister of Seniors, Kamal Khera where $23,500 of that funding went towards the ‘Activity Haven In Motion’ program.

“Our government is committed to support such initiatives so they can continue to provide seniors with engaging activities to stay active, as well as increase their social participation so they can maintain a strong presence in their communities,” said Khera. “This is in addition to the steps we have taken to make life more affordable for seniors so they can pay for their daily expenses and have the quality of life they deserve.”

The Centre provides seniors with guided exercises, yoga sessions and lunch and learns events that promote the health and well-being of older adults.

“The New Horizons for Seniors Program has enabled us to partner with Trent Health in Motion to provide our members with a unique experience,” said Janet Buchanan, Activity Haven executive director. “The benefits of this program include improved strength, flexibility, endurance, mental health and socialization.”

Mayor Jeff Leal and Peterborough-Kawartha MP Michelle Ferrari were in attendance. The former also spoke after Minister Khera made her announcement.

“I am glad to see how the New Horizons for Seniors program is empowering seniors right here in Peterborough,” said Leal. “It’s our duty to support older adults and I encourage everyone in our community to get involved with Activity Haven Senior Centre to connect with other seniors, learn new skills and stay active.”

According to the Canadian Government, their national priorities focus on senior projects that:

• support healthy aging;

• prevent elder abuse;

• celebrate diversity and promote inclusion; and

• help seniors age in place.

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City of Peterborough Holding Consultation Meeting Of Multi-Storey Affordable Housing Development on Monaghan Road

The City of Peterborough is holding a drop-in meeting of a multi-storey affordable housing development on 681 Monaghan Rd. to view the design and speak with the project team announced on Thursday.

A digital rendering of the six-storey building on Monaghan Road. Photo courtesy of the City of Peterborough.

The meeting is being held at the Healthy Planet Arena banquet hall from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 7.

“Our community is taking action to create more affordable housing. The new development on Monaghan Road along with projects such as the 85-unit second phase of the Hunt Terrace development on Bonaccord Street are essential to the health of our community, providing homes for individuals and families,” said Councillor Keith Riel, Chair of Council’s Housing Portfolio.

The property on Monaghan Road is between Gillespie Avenue and McKellar Street. Initial building plans are six storeys with 53 units, including 37 one-bedroom units, 11 two-bedroom units and five three-bedroom units.

The project is in the preliminary design stage. Construction could start by late spring-early summer and be completed by summer next year, depending on funding applications.

Residents can post comments and ask questions about the development by going online. The project team will respond to questions submitted through the project page. Submitted questions and responses may be shared for other viewers to see without identifying the person who submitted the question.

The existing former office building is being removed in preparation for the new unit. The City acquired the property in November 2020.

Salandria Ltd. has been contracted with the building’s demolition to be done in mid February.

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Local Woman Participating in Wounded Warrior Run in British Columbia

Peterborough resident Rebecca Schillemat is participating in the Wounded Warrior One Day Run in Victoria, B.C. on Feb. 5.

photo courtesy of Rebecca Schillemat.

The one day, 58 kilometre run from Sooke to Sidney crosses the northern boarder of Victoria on Vancouver Island. This run is two weeks before the main running event, which is eight days and 600 kilometres from Port Hardy in the north to Victoria at the southern end of Vancouver Island.

The relay-style run is done with a team of military and first responders from Vancouver Island. In 2020, Schillemat participated in the 8-day charity running event to raise awareness of the mental health struggles of military spouses.

The Wounded Warriors Canada run began when Afghanistan veterans felt the need to talk about mental health and make a difference, and this year is the 10th anniversary of the British Columbia run.

Last year the run raised over $165,000 for programs and training to support the mental health of first responders, military and their families. The 2023 Run goal is $250,000.

To donate or learn more about the event, visit the Wounded Warriors website.

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Peterborough Minor Petes Announce Coaches For 2023-24 Season

The Peterborough Minor Petes (PMHC) have announced their coaches for the 2023-24 season from the U10 team to U18, released on Wednesday.

File Photo.

The following are the PMHC coaches for next season:

• U10 - Chad Cavanagh

• U11 - Bobby Christie

• U12 - Brett Ormond  

• U13 - Wayne Clarke 

• U14 - Dave Dalliday  

• U15 - Ryan Watts 

• U16 - Jamie Hicks 

• U18 - Nathan Oke   

PMHC says they thank everyone who applied to be a coach for next season.

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Peterborough-Kawartha MPP Dave Smith Has Grand Opening of New Constituency Office

Peterborough-Kawartha MPP Dave Smith’s new Action Centre constituency office had its grand opening at the Asta Spirit Plaza on Wednesday.

Staff and friends applud the grand opening of MPP Smith’s new constituency office that is roughly 2,300 sq. ft. , an upgrade of approximately 1,400 sq. ft.Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The office is in Unit E of the plaza, located at 864 Chemong Rd. It replaces the prior location on 1123 Water St. Smith moved the office since the property was to be demolished to construct new housing units.

The new space has been operable since December but renovations had recently finished prior to the grand opening.

The location created greater accessibility for not just Peterborough but for the Kawarthas as well according to Smith.

“Almost 50 per cent of the population of this riding lives to the north and east of The City of Peterborough,” he explained. “I need to make sure that wherever we went was going to be a spot that was easily accessible for someone coming down from Kinmount or coming from Havelock or North Kawartha.”

He also emphasized that the new 2,300-square-foot location created a barrier-free space, something he was adamant about ensuring when he chose the new location. Full wheelchair accessibility, an automatic door opener, widened doorways and room upgrades were improvements made to the Chemong Road building.

“This is all wheelchair accessible, it's barrier-free and that was one of the main things for me, If someone wanted to come see their MPP, they have an opportunity to come here regardless of what disability they may or may not have.”

The expanded space added a new feature for the public as the Action Centre has in-person private constituent rooms for anyone wishing to speak to Smith or his staff.

“If somebody comes in and wants to talk to one of the constituent assistants or myself about something that's a little sensitive, we have an area we can go to now that's a little more private,” explained Smith. “They don't have to be sharing that information with others if they're coming in.”

The grand opening also had a ribbon-cutting ceremony that signified the end of renovations and that the office was running at 100 per cent.

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