106 Patients Lined Up for Kawartha Dental Clinic's 'Free Dental Day'

It was five years in the making since the last event but Kawartha Dental Clinic saw 106 patients during their ‘Free Dental Day’ on Saturday.

About $87,000 worth of work was done to treat all 106 patients who had lined up for free dental day. Photo by Kirtus Evoy.

There were several people lined up for the free event that was as long as a city block according to Dr. Sina Sanei of Kawartha Dental.

“The first patient that I saw this morning, they started lining up at 1 a.m. in the morning,” he explained. “The lineup went around the building.”

The free dental work that was included were cleanings, fillings and extractions.

There were 45 staff members who volunteered their time to help out during the event. Sanei says there was a positive atmosphere throughout the day with some doctors working past 3 p.m. to fit all the patients in.

“Everyone was very appreciative of the work,” he said. “You don’t really feel tired. It’s a very fun and relaxing day. Every person you come across is in such a good mood.”

Kawartha Dental Clinic last held its Free Dental Day in 2017 and 2015. They were slated to do it in 2020 but were cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Sanei says this event will be run again in the coming years.

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Metroland Seeking Bankruptcy Protection; Ceasing All Print Publications and Moving To Online-Only Model

Metroland Media is seeking protection under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act as they are restructuring its operations while laying off roughly 605 employees in an announcement made by the company on Friday morning.

Peterborough Examiner’s newsroom office left its Hunter Street location in the summer of 2020. Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The layoffs are almost two-thirds of the workforce while 71 of their newspapers are moving to a digital model according to the announcement.

The decision is due to the unsustainable financial losses of changing preferences of advertisers and consumers as stated by Metroland.

Jordan Bitove of Nordstar says they will continue to publish six daily newspapers in both print and digital formats. These include publications such as the Toronto Star, the Hamilton Spectator, St. Catharines Standard, Niagara Falls Review, Welland Tribune, Waterloo Region Record and locally, Peterborough Examiner. These outlets are continuing to serve in both print and digital formats.

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Habitat for Humanity PKR Hosting Inaugural Sunday Dinner at the ReStore Fundraiser

Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region is hosting its First-Annual Sunday Dinner at the ReStore to celebrate community, connection and a shared commitment to affordable homeownership on Oct. 22.

The event features a harvest dinner, wines, cocktails, entertainment and a silent auction. The items are donated by local businesses.

“We are excited to host our first Sunday Dinner at the ReStore and bring people together to share a meal as you would at home with family,” said Susan Zambonin, Habitat CEO. “This unique event not only promises an evening of delicious food and connection but also an opportunity for our community to rally behind a cause that truly makes a difference for families in need of safe, decent and affordable homeownership.” 

All proceeds from this event will contribute to Habitat for Humanity PKR's Phase 2 development, a 12-unit affordable condo project currently under construction in the City of Peterborough.

The event runs from 5:30 p.m to 8:30 p.m. at the The Peterborough North ReStore at 300 Milroy Drive. Tickets are $125 and can be purchased via phone at 705-874-0201 or online at www.habitatpkr.ca 

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Peterborough Petes Hosting Season Ticket Member BBQ On Sept. 26

The Peterborough Petes are hosting their Season Ticket Member BBQ on Sept. 26 inside the Morrow Building in the Peterborough Memorial Centre parking lot from 5:00-8:00 p.m.

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

All Season Ticket Members and their families are invited to attend the event.

The BBQ features burgers and hot dogs from M&M’s Meat Shop, refreshments, and inflatables. Introductions for this year’s roster are being announced, a full-team autograph session and words from coaches and management. 

“We’re looking forward to hosting our Season Ticket Members and their Families ahead of the home opener on September 28,” said Tyler Hall, Petes coordinator of season ticket sales and service. “This is going to be a bigger and better BBQ than the Petes have done in the past and I’m excited to see everyone there and enjoying the fun.”

Only Season Ticket Members can attend with limited season tickets still available. Contact Hall by email or at (705) 743-3681 ext. 209.

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Kawartha Hypnosis Overcame A Medley of Adversities To Host Grand Reopening On Fifth-Year Anniversary

Kawartha Hypnosis withstood the pandemic, a two-week-long power outage and flooding to hold its grand reopening on its fifth anniversary at its Charlotte Street location on Thursday morning.

(from left to right) Nigel Broersma, Peterborugh CHamber engagement manager; Rebecca O’Rourke, Kawartha Hypnotist owner and Jessica Gordon, Peterborough Chamber member relations coordinator helping mark the five-year anniversay and grand re-opening of the business. Photo by David Tuan bui.

“Hypnosis is a powerful tool and when things get hard, it's sometimes the tool that people need the most,'“ explained Rebecca O’Rourke, Kawartha Hypnosis owner. “When people feel challenged, we want to be able to be there more not less.”

There were four months of renovations to repair the damage from the flood before the opening could occur. New floors, walls, insulation and furniture were installed.

Despite the multiple obstacles faced, O’Rourke said there were plenty of positives that came along with the trials and tribulations.

“We were able to find ways to go digital, go online to be able to accept currency digitally as well and through the pandemic, we now have clients all over the world,” We've been grateful to have an international reach as a result of that challenge.”

O’Rourke’s business treats, weight loss, quitting smoking, stress management, fear management, confidence issues, sleeping problems and golf enhancement. She also performs stage hypnosis shows as a master hypnotist.

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Monaghan Ward Councillors To Host Green Bin Information Session

Monaghan Ward Councillors Matt Crowley and Don Vassiliadis are hosting an information session on the new Green Bin household organic waste collection service at the Mapleridge Recreation Centre from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Sept. 27.

File Photo.

Details will be presented on the waste collection service changes that begin the week of Halloween including the new weekly Green Bin service, bi-weekly garbage collection and the requirement to use clear bags for curbside garbage collection. Recycling collection will remain on a weekly schedule according to the City.

Citizens can ask questions to City staff and discuss the service changes.

The new Green Bin service will reduce the amount of garbage going to the landfill which extends the life of the landfill and reduces greenhouse gas emissions as stated in a press release.

Roughly 8,000 households are having their waste collection day shift with the re-balancing of collection routes to improve service reliability and safety for sanitation workers to do the curbside collection. Residents can check their collection day using the online tool.

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Hometown PTBO: Alan Black on Getting Into Drumming and Helping Other Musicians In Need

This week on Hometown PTBO, Pete Dalliday talks with drummer Alan Black about how he got into drumming, bands he’s played with over the years and how he’s involved in helping fund musicians in need.

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BST Vacations Announces Its 2024 Lineup of Nine Travel Destinations

BST Vacations (Blowes & Stewart Travel Group Ltd) has released its 2024 lineup of destinations for its Peterborough Departures program with nine destinations.

FIle Photo.

In 2024 BST Vacations will be travelling to:

• Charleston, S.C.

• St. John’s, Nfld

• Memphis, Tenn.

• Quebec City, Que.

• Montreal, Que.

• Niagara-on-the-Lake, Southern Ont.

• Île du Havre aux Maisons, Magdalen Islands

• Five nights in New York City OR a five-night cruise to Bermuda on NCL Joy embarking from NYC.

October of 2024 marks a decade since the first Peterborough Charter. In celebration of the 10th anniversary of the departure program, BST is heading back to New York City and passengers will be able to choose their adventure and enjoy five nights in NYC or enjoy a five-night hosted cruise to Bermuda embarking from NYC on a Norwegian Cruise Lines Ship, Joy. The cruise will be hosted by Scott Stewart, President of BST Vacations and Dana Empey, Vice President of BST Vacations.

“We are pleased to be able to continue to grow the charter program and to try new things,” said Scott Stewart, President of BST Vacations. “None of this would be possible without the support from the community and our past passengers, and for that we are so grateful.

Food and beverages are included in the flight and are all locally sourced. Continental breakfast and in-flight meals are hand-picked and made to order the morning of the flight by Sobeys Catering department on Lansdowne Street. Spirits and beer on board are from local distilleries and craft brewers.

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John Connolly Appointed to Serve In Trustee Role for City of Peterborough

The Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington (PVNC) Catholic District School Board has selected John Connolly as a new trustee to fill a vacancy on the board.

Photo courtesy of PVNC.

Connolly filled the vacancy following a special public Board meeting held on Tuesday at the Board office where six candidates were heard from.

Connolly holds a Bachelor of Applied Arts in Geography (Environmental Management and Urban Planning) from Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University) and a Master’s Certificate in Public Sector Management from the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (now Ontario Tech University).

He has served more than 16 years in senior management roles providing professional leadership and expertise in community building, housing, land use planning and economic development for all levels of government and the private sector. He has extensive leadership experience serving on executive boards in the Peterborough area including the Kawartha Haliburton Children’s Aid Society, the Peterborough Utilities and the Peterborough Regional Health Centre.

Connolly is currently Executive Director, Planning, Building and Economic Development for the Township of Cavan Monaghan. He and his wife have lived in the Peterborough area for more than 25 years and raised their family of three children, all of whom were educated in PVNC Catholic schools. 

“In all aspects of my life, I believe that I not only have an obligation but a personal responsibility to contribute to my community through public service. I have done this through my chosen career path as well as through my volunteerism and family commitments,” said Connolly. “I am grateful for the opportunity to serve in the role of trustee and help PVNC Catholic succeed in its mission to accompany students and to educate students in faith-filled, loving, safe, inclusive schools.”

The Board began advertising for interested trustee candidates in mid-July following the resignation of Peterborough trustee Mike Ayotte. 

“We heard presentations from six strong and passionate candidates and we were impressed by the quality of candidates who put their names forward to serve Catholic Education in this jurisdiction,” Kevin MacKenzie, board chairman said. “We are happy to welcome John and I know we will all benefit from his experience and passion for service at the Board table.”

Connolly begins his role effective immediately.

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Cavan-Monaghan Man Facing Assault Charges After Allegedly Striking His Spouse In the Face

A 48-year-old Cavan-Monaghan man is facing assault charges after allegedly striking his spouse’s face during an incident on Wednesday afternoon.

At roughly 1 p.m., officers arrived at a residence where an incident between a man and women were taking place. Upon arrival, both parties claimed nothing that had happened. The officers were called back shortly after by the woman who claimed that she had been struck in the face by the man. Officers learned of a previous incident between the two last week. 

The 48-year-old Cavan-Monaghan man was arrested and charged with:

• Assault – Spousal X2

The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear in court Oct. 3.

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