Things To Do In-and-Around Peterborough This Weekend; May 12 - 14
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Hometown PTBO: Scott Stewart On Bringing Passenger Flights to Peterborough Airport
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This week on Hometown PTBO, Pete Dalliday talks with Scott Stewart, Blowes & Stewart Travel Group president about bringing passenger flights to the Peterborough Airport, being able to fly again last year after a three-year hiatus and how the company determines flight destinations.
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Local Podcaster Partners With Imprinted Apparel to Raise $1,200 For Kawartha Food Share
/Local community builder and podcaster Ken John Jones teamed up with Imprinted Apparel to raise $1,200 for Kawartha Food Share (KFS) in a cheque presentation on Thursday morning.
(form left to right) Ashlee Aitken, KFS general manager; Ken John Jones, podcaster and Clinton Smith, IMprinted Apparel Co-owner outside Imprinted Apparel with the cheque. Jones was awarded and recognized as a community builder by MP Michelle Ferreri in March of last year. Photo by David Tuan Bui.
The money was raised from merchandise proceeds of Jones’s podcast, “Jonsey’s Corner Podcast” where Imprinted Apparel created the apparel and designed the logo. The printing business matched the funds raised totalling $1,200 for Kawartha Food Share.
“I feel very passionate for what Kawartha Food Share does for our community,” said Jones. “I thought this would be a great opportunity to give back to the community that I call my home.”
Jones started raising the money for a month beginning in early February.
His podcast just reached its one-year anniversary and has featured over 70 guests. They include local athletes, notable community members, artists and other builders.
Jones is a recognized community builder in Peterborough, recognized in March of last year with a certificate. He has volunteered for organizations such as Alternatives Community Program Services and Challenger Baseball.
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Peterborough Police Searching For Man With a Nationwide Warrant Related to a Peterborough Man's Death
/Peterborough Police Services have continued their search for a 34-year-old Barrie man, Eduardo Tito Silva who is wanted in connection with a homicide in Peterborough on July 2, announced on Thursday.
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He is wanted on a Canada-wide warrant in connection with the homicide of Shawn Singh of Peterborough.
The police consider Silva as dangerous and should not be approached. Law enforcement should be contacted immediately upon seeing him
Anyone with information is asked to call Peterborough Police at 705-876-1122 x555 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online.
Heart of Trent Event Recognizes Outstanding Contributions of Staff, Faculty, Retirees
/The outstanding contributions of Trent faculty, staff and retirees were celebrated Wednesday at the University’s annual Heart of Trent employee appreciation event, hosted this year at Trent’s Durham GTA campus in Oshawa.
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“This event is a genuine celebration,” said Dr. Leo Groarke, president and vice-chancellor. “It is an opportunity for our community to gather and recognize the successes and achievements of our dedicated staff and faculty – truly, the heart of Trent – throughout another momentous year.
At the event, the University celebrated the 2022/23 recipients of the several esteemed awards, including: Team Innovation, Community Leadership, Eminent Service, Provost Award for Support Staff, the Nancy E. Simmons Smith Staff Award of Excellence, Research Impact Award, and Eminent Service Awards. Trent also recognized its long-serving employees and retirees as vital members of the Trent community.
A full list of award winners is included below:
Provost’s Award for Support Staff: Cassandra Aked, Academic Administrative Assistant, Trent University Durham GTA
Awarded annually to a support staff member who plays a key role in student engagement and retention and who makes a difference through their performance at Trent.
Nancy E. Simmons Smith Staff Award of Excellence: Dana Capell, Senior Education Developer, Trent Centre for Teaching & Learning
Recognizes non-academic staff members who demonstrate excellence and exceptional commitment to Trent.
Team Innovation Award: First Peoples House of Learning
Recognizes a team, unit or department at Trent University whose innovative contributions have impacted the strategic objectives of the University.
Trent Community Leadership Award: Linda Dsouza, Human Resources & Labour Relations Advisor
Recognizes faculty and staff who make exceptional contributions to the local community in Peterborough or Durham regions.
Jackie Muldoon Award for Faculty Service: Dr. Susan Wurtele, Associate Professor, Geography and Professor David Newhouse, Director, Chanie Wenjack School for Indigenous Studies
This award recognizes faculty who have served with distinction in institutional governance roles, provided collegial and effective service to committees, departments and colleges, led program and department renewal efforts, achieved advancements in administrative responsibilities and advanced the role of faculty in contributing to the academic and overall success of the University and the profession at large.
Trent University Research Impact Award: Dr. Finis Dunaway, Professor, History
Honours Trent researchers or research teams stewarding original and impactful research that has contributed significantly to society on a local, regional, national or international scale.
Emeritus Awards: Mak Arvin, Jonathan Bordo, Lynne Davis, Teresa DeCicco, Paul Elliott, Joanne Findon, Carolyn Kay, Michele Lacombe, Marrie Mumford, Elizabeth Nisbet, Mark Parnis, Igor Svishchev, Catherine Thibeault, Kristen Woodend, Barbara Znamirowski
2023 Long Service Awards
· 25 Years: Anne Parsons, Brian Thackeray, Elena Koudiakova, Stephanie Williams, Bruce Cater, Suzanne Bailey, Kenneth Coughlin, Anne Meneley, Steven Rafferty, James Schaefer, Loretta Durst
· 30 years: Holger Hintelmann
· 35 years: Cheryl Mckenna-Neuman, Inge Lovell, Kimberley Rumball
· 40 Years - Barbara Znamirowski
The following 2022/23 Trent University retirees were also honoured at the event: Jodi Aoki, Kathy Axcell, Jose Blanco, Stephen Bocking, James Buttle, Robert Clarke, Wayne Craft, Tim Foster, Mary Goldsmith, Tara Harrington, Denise Hartwick, Paul Heard, Donna Hoard, Pauline Johnston, Carolyn Kapron, Carolyn Kay, Michele Lacombe, Peter Lafleur, Chris Los, Jean Luyben, Tim MacInnes, Barbara Marshall, Lorna Patterson, Judy Pinto, Tony Porter, Pauline Rioux, Marisa Scigliano, Margaret Steffler, Igor Svishchev, Danial Swinnerton, Cathy Thompson and Michele Venton.
Eminent Service Awards: Tara Harrington, Associate University Secretary (Senate) and Human Rights Advisor; Barbara Znamirowski, Senior Librarian; Brenda Maracle-O’Toole ‘77, Administrative Assistant, Indigenous Studies Ph.D.
Presented annually to recognize individuals distinguished by a track record of outstanding contributions to University life that go beyond the performance of their job or role.
Country Superstars Paul Brandt and Terri Clark ‘Homecoming ’23’ Acoustic Tour Coming to Peterborough
/Two of Canada’s most dynamic country music artists and award-winning entertainers Paul Brandt and Terri Clark announced they will embark on the co-headlining ‘Homecoming ’23 Tour,’ coming to the Peterborough Memorial Centre November 29.
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The multi-platinum selling Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame inductees, friends and accomplished performers known for their amazing live shows and vast number of hits will join each other on stage together for the first time in an intimate stripped back show, sharing the songs and stories that have shaped their illustrious careers.
“Since our careers launched in the late 90’s, Terri and I have had a special connection; two Alberta kids reaching for the stars,” shares Brandt. “What are the chances that we would have both made it? Through the years, we’ve always stayed in touch, and made a point to connect when our North American tours intersected, but now, our paths are leading us onto the same stage together for the very first time. Intentional, intimate sharing of the stories and songs of our lives, together, on the same stage for an amazing homecoming. I can’t wait!”
The 24-date tour kicks off November 1 in Yorkton, SK with back-to-back dates and will make stops in Winnipeg, Regina, Vancouver, Saskatoon, Toronto, Ottawa, Hamilton, London and more, along with multiple dates in Red Deer, Calgary, and Kelowna before wrapping December 2 in Belleville, ON.
“Paul and I co-headlining a Canadian tour has always felt like a no-brainer to me. I am thrilled that we finally found the right time and the right way to do this together. We are so looking forward to getting on stage with our guitars in an intimate setting and playing our hits for our Canadian fans. I can’t wait to hit the road this Fall,” said Clark.
Tickets go on sale to the general public beginning May 18 at 10 a.m. local time. Artist pre-sales begin May 16, and local pre-sales begin May 17 at 10 a.m. local time until 10 p.m. local time.
For complete presale/on sale details visit https://www.paulbrandt.com/tour-dates or https://terriclark.com/tour.
Peterborough Petes Game Three and Four OHL Championship Tickets On Sale
/Tickets for Peterborough Petes’ Game Three and Game Four for the OHL Championship at the Peterborough Memorial Centre (PMC) have gone on sale to the public.
The Petes defeat3d the London Knights for the OHL Championship in 2006. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE PETERBOROUGH PETES.
The tickets went on sale as of 9:30 a.m. Thursday.
An official watch party for Game One is being held at the PMC Pub and Grill at 6 p.m. Thursday. Food and drink are available with prizes to be won according to the Petes.
The full schedule for the OHL Final against the London Knights is as follows:
Game One – Thursday, May 11 at London, 7 p.m.
Game Two – Saturday, May 13 at London, 7 p.m.
Game Three – Monday, May 15 at Peterborough, 7 p.m.
Game Four – Wednesday, May 17 at Peterborough, 7:30 p.m.
Game Five – Friday, May 19 at London, 7:30 p.m.
Game Six – Sunday, May 21 at Peterborough, 7 p.m.
Game Seven – Monday, May 22 at London, 7 p.m.
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Peterborough Agricultural Society To Host Seedling Market and Garden Show
/The Peterborough Agricultural Society is hosting a seedling market and garden show this Saturday, May 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Morrow Building.
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Initially planned as a seedling exchange, the response from the local gardening community was so positive that organizers have added a number of educational sessions, speakers and local home and garden businesses.
“The event has really taken off,” says Louise Dobbin, general manager of the Peterborough Agricultural Society. “We’re excited to be offering something that appeals to both people who are new to gardening and those who are experienced.”
The event will feature a Seedling Swap Table where people can trade vegetable, flower or small house plant seedlings for others as well as a seed starting booth which will provide people with up to two seed kits to start and take home.
Professional Horticulture and garden specialist Erin Muscutt will be on hand from 11 a.m. to noon for an ‘Ask an Expert’ discussion as well as other speakers on vermicomposting and sprouts.
Those looking to stock up on supplies can shop from a variety of local vendors carrying seedlings, apiary products, garden decor, home and landscaping services.
Admission to the show is free and there will be a door prize from Griffin’s Greenhouse. For more information about the event, visit the website or contact Louise Dobbin at generalmanager@peterboroughag.ca.
Photos: Students Gain Valuable Business Knowledge At Innovation Cluster's LEAPZONE Entrepreneurship Program
/Students from Courtice and Peterborough gathered at Innovation Clusters Innovation Cluster's LEAPZONE Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board Entrepreneurship Program to gain insight on starting a business at the Venture North Building on Wednesday morning.
Students gained insight from networking with local business organizations, professionals and entrepreneurs.
Lansdowne West and Webber TD Bank Closed After Vehicle Crashes into Building
/Emergency crews respond to the TD Bank located on Lansdowne St. W. and Webber Ave. after reports of a vehicle crashing into the building.
