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Peterborough Pete Konnor Smith Gets Drafted 97th Overall by the Anaheim Ducks In the 2023 NHL Draft
/Peterborough Pete Konnor Smith is headed to Orange County as as he was drafted 97th overall by the Anaheim Ducks in the fourth round, at the 2023 NHL Entry Level Draft in Nashville, Tenn. on Fridayafternoon.
Knoor Smith (left) and Petes general manager Michael Oke (right) in Nashville for the 2023 NHL Entry Leevel Draft. Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.
“It feels amazing,” said Smith. “My OHL draft felt like it was just yesterday and to be sitting here right now is surreal. I’m very fortunate to be selected by a team like the Ducks. I’m so grateful for my time in Peterborough that helped me get to this point.”
The Windsor-born defencemen spent two seasons with the Peterborough Petes He netted seven goals and 20 assists in 117 games in his career with the team.
“I speak on behalf of the entire Petes organization when I say I’m thrilled for Konnor,” said Michael Oke, Petes general manager. “It’s an amazing accomplishment to hear your name called at the NHL Draft. We’re all very proud of him and look forward to being a part of his continued development.”
Smith made a notable play during the playoffs in game three in the second round against the Ottawa 67s. Smith made a diving poke check on the 67s Cam Tolnai who had a partial breakaway. The Petes in transition scored the game-winner to defeat Ottawa 3-2.
Konnor Smith with a HUGE 🛑 at one end
— Canadian Hockey League (@CHLHockey) April 19, 2023
Brennan Othmann with the GWG at the other 🔥#RoadtoMemorialCup | @PetesOHLhockey pic.twitter.com/KDgvvJthwQ
Smith was originally selected by the Petes in the ninth round of the 2020 OHL Priority Selection out of the Windsor Jr. Spitfires program.
He joins former Peterborough Pete Mason McTavish as the latter was taken third overall by the Anaheim Ducks in the 2021 NHL Draft.
Future Political Leaders at Trent University Gain More Hands-On Opportunities Thanks to $500K Donation from RBC
/Trent University students looking to become the leaders of tomorrow in government, politics and public service will now get more experiential learning opportunities and greater support thanks to a $500,000 gift from RBC Royal Bank.
file photo.
The new funding will support the Jarislowsky Chair in Trust and Political Leadership program at Trent University.
The gift, over five years, will further engage marginalized and equity-seeking students, prepare professional certificate programs, and support seminars, conferences, national networking opportunities, co-op education and work placements through the program that aims to build greater trust in public institutions.
“Experiential elements are integral to the success of the groundbreaking Jarislowsky program, and this funding will provide Trent students with an even richer experience when studying politics, fiduciary policy and responsible governance,” says Kevin Whitmore, director, Co-op, Careers, & Experiential Learning at Trent University.
The program is supported by a $2 million investment from the Jarislowsky Foundation, which was founded in 1993 by prominent Canadian philanthropist and business leader Stephen Jarislowsky.
“RBC is proud to support Trent’s Jarislowky Chair in Trust and Political Leadership program – to help young people develop the skills they will need for a career dedicated to public service,” says Marjolaine Hudon, RBC Regional President.
Dr. Cristine de Clercy, Trent's inaugural Jarislowsky Chair in Trust and Political Leadership, is at the forefront of this first-of-its-kind network of endowed chairs. De Clercy has joined the Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences to lead the development of the innovative program of scholarship (teaching, research, and experiential learning) that will expand knowledge and training in the ethical politics, fiduciary responsibility, and democratic governance. Through the Jarislowsky chair position, she is enriching Trent's strengths in student-centered, research-informed, and interdisciplinary approaches.
Former Peterborough Pete Nick Lardis Is Drafted 67th Overall by the Chicago Blackhawks In the 2023 NHL Draft
/Former Peterborough Pete Nick Lardis is one step closer to the NHL as he was drafted 67th overall by the Chicago Blackhawks in the third round, at the 2023 NHL Entry Level Draft in Nashville, Tenn. on Friday morning.
Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.
Lardis was part of the Jan. 7 trade where he was shipping to the Hamilton Bulldogs with Sahil Panwar, a 2023 third-round pick (obtained from the Flint Firebirds) and a 2026 conditional sixth-round pick for Avery Hayes and Gavin White.
The Oakville-born forward had 12 goals and seven assists in 36 games last season before being traded to the Bulldogs.
Lardis was drafted by the Petes in the first round, 6th overall in the 2021 OHL Priority Selection. He joins number one overall pick Connor Bedard with the Blackhawks.
Peterborough Lakers Add Scoring Depth With Eli McLaughlin in Trade
/The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers added another offensive weapon in Eli McLaughlin ahead of Saturday’s Major Series Lacrosse trade deadline, announced on Wednesday,
The Lakers acquired McLaughlin from the Western Lacrosse Association’s Burnaby Lakers for an undisclosed cash consideration.
“He is a high-end offensive dynamic talent that we are truly excited to get in the Lakers’ lineup,” said Paul Day, Lakers general manager.
McLaughlin is available after July 9 since he is playing for Team Haudenosaunee at the World Men’s Lacrosse Championships with Thomas Hoggarth and Blake McDonald.
McLaughlin is no stranger to some of the Lakers as he has played with team captain Robert Hope during the NLL season for the Colorado Mammoth, helping them win the league championship in 2022. He scored 44 goals and 38 assists for 82 points in 17 games this past season.
The Lakers are hosting Brampton Excelsiors at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on Thursday at 8 p.m.
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26th Annual Transportation Day Car and Motorcycle Show is Coming to Lang Pioneer Village Museum in July
/Lang Pioneer Village Museum invites the public to the 26th Annual Transportation Day Car and Motorcycle Show on Sunday, July 9 to witness a timeline of transportation from across Ontario.
photo courtesy of the Lang Pioneer Village Museum.
Transportation enthusiasts will showcase their antique and classic cars and vintage motorcycles throughout the historic village from 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Take a stroll through the village or hop on board a horse-drawn wagon ride, learn more about how transportation has changed over the years and the roles that various trades played in the creation of transportation methods.
Attendees can check out a variety of 19th-century modes of transportation such as sleighs, wagons and milk carts in the Transportation Barn. Stop by the Peterborough County Agricultural Heritage Building (PCAHB) to view a Via Rail display, and enjoy music from the 50s to 80s with DJ Del and Jenny Jams.
View an antique clock and timepiece collection in the Menie General Store and see a variety of historic demonstrations throughout the village; such as broom making, shingle making at the Shingle Mill, and grinding at the Lang Grist Mill. Kids can take part in some schoolyard games and make a craft at the Ayotte Cabin.
Demonstrators and visitors can enjoy a pancake breakfast served while supplies last in the Peterborough County Agricultural Heritage Building (additional fee applies).
The Keene Lions Club food truck will be onsite selling BBQ goods and there will be fresh Empire Cheese curd and bread available for purchase in the Cheese Factory. Haven Brewing Company will be also be at the event selling traditional European beers in the beer garden.
For those wishing to bring their vehicle to display, participant registration runs from 8 a.m. to noon with a $10 registration fee that includes admission into the village. The first 200 vehicles to enter will receive a complimentary dash plaque as a souvenir of their participation. Over 25 trophies will be awarded including the coveted People’s Choice and Lang’s Choice.
Admission is $15 for adults, $10 for students and seniors (60+), $7 for youths (ages 5-14) and free for children under 5. Family admission is also available for $40 and includes 2 adults and up to 4 youths (ages 5-14). Visitors may purchase admission in advance via the Museum’s online shop, but advance purchase is not required. For more information, visit the website.
‘Canada is Burning’; Community Climate Activists Recognize National Day of Action
/Community activists gathered outside the office of MP Michelle Ferreri on Wednesday to sign an open letter requesting rapid government action to reduce greenhouse-gas emissions, and to draw attention to the forest fires caused by climate change.
The campaign, originated by 350.org, outlines that the campaign has communities across Canada rising up to demand an immediate end to fossil fuel subsidies and a just transition to 100 per cent renewable energy.
This National Day of Action was announced for June 28 in light of recent wildfires in hopes to “bring the heat to our federal leaders.”
The group lobbied outside MP Ferreri’s office (417 Bethune St.) with signs about the climate crisis as they gathered signatures.
“Canada is burning and it’s time for our g government to put it out,” the group’s message reads. “That means tackling the climate crisis by ending fossil fuel subsidies and implementing an urgent and ambitious Just Transition that leaves no one behind.”
Three Local Girls Are Representing Canada At Dance World Cup in Portugal
/Three 11-year-old Peterborough girls Ashlynn Evoy, Sophie McCarthy and Hazel Fuderer are going to take the stage in front of an international audience representing Canada at the Dance World Cup in Braga, Portugal.
Ashlynn Evoy (left), Sophie McCarthy (middle) and Hazel Fuderer (right) all trained at the Premier Studio of Dance to hone their skills. Photo courtesy of Hannah Fuderer.
All three girls are competing in the ‘13 and under’ group of Canada’s World Performers Team and will have roughly 30-35 teammates of the same age performing with them. Roughly 140 dancers are representing Team Canada at the event.
“I’m so excited to travel to Portugal with my world performers, dance team and represent Canada at the dance World Cup,” explained Evoy. “I have made so many new friends across Ontario at different dance studios and we have worked so hard to get here. It’s even more exciting that I get to experience all this with my two best friends.”
The girls qualified for the World Cup after a tryout qualifier in Toronto, making the team last August. Jazz, acro, hip hop and ballet are some of the dance styles the girls are performing for the upcoming event.
“I’m so incredibly proud of Hazel, her two best friends and their team,’ said Hannah Fuderer, Hazel’s mother. “They have been working so hard all year (including every holiday) to perfect their routines for Portugal. The girls are ready and so very excited to hit the stage.”
The Dance World Cup runs from June 30 to July 8 at Altice Forum Braga. The girls and selected family members are catching their flight to Portugal on Wednesday evening.
Hospice Peterborough to Receive $473,000 In Additional Funding Over Two Years For Palliative Care
/The Ontario Government has expanded palliative care services in Peterborough-Kawartha increasing Hospice Peterborough’s funding by $473,000 over the next two years, announced on Wednesday.
MPP DAVE SMITH (LEFT) WITH HAJNI HŐS, HOSPICE PETERBOROUGH EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (RIGHT) IN FRONT OF HOSPICE PETERBOROUGH ON LONDON STREET. Ontario is expanding end-of-life care services by adding 23 new hospice beds to the 509 beds already available across the province to connect Ontarians with end-of-life care. PHOTO BY DAVID TUAN BUI.
The funding is part of the Ontario Government’s ‘Your Health: A Plan for Connected and Convenient Care’ initiative to expand access to palliative care services in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. This increase is part of the provincial government’s $147.4 million investment over three years for palliative care according to MPP Dave Smith.
“Families have expressed their gratitude regarding the service that their loved ones receive,” he said. “This funding will allow Hospice Peterborough to continue the remarkable care for not only patients but for family members as well. This is Part of our government’s commitment to ensure everyone has access to care when and where they need it most.”
“These much-needed funds will cover approximately 80 per cent of our expenses, compared to the previous 60 per cent coverage, for our 10-bed hospice residence which offers 24/7 professional, patient-centred palliative care to those in their last weeks of life,” said Hajni Hős, Hospice Peterborough executive director.
Some of the funding for palliative and end-of-life services across Ontario include:
Grief and bereavement support that help families and caregivers who are grieving the loss of a loved one;
Advance care planning to help patients and families prepare for future health care decisions; and
Perinatal palliative care programs that provide specialized grief, bereavement, and peer support that help parents prepare for the loss of their infant.
“At a time when the healthcare system is under unprecedented strain, both in terms of capacity and a challenging healthcare labour market, these funds make it possible for us to continue to provide the high quality, patient-centred care we have provided for over 30 years,” said Hős.
The investment also provides funding for nursing, personal support and other services delivered to patients at Hospice Peterborough.
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Peterborough Police Investigating Pickup Truck Fire Near Dublin Street
/The Peterborough Police Service is investigating a vehicle fire that occurred early Wednesday morning.
Photo by David Tuan Bui.
