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Peterborough Petes to Distribute Rings to Commemorate 2023 OHL Championship to Season Ticket Members On Nov. 7
/The Peterborough Petes are distributing rings to commemorate their 2023 OHL Championship to Season Ticket Members at the Maple Moose Pub on Nov. 7.
Photo by Samantha Bianco.
The event is running from 5:30-8 p.m.
“We’re very excited to be able to gift these special rings recognizing our 2023 OHL Championship to our Season Ticket Holders,” said Michael Oke, Petes general manager and vice president of operations. “The atmosphere in the building all through the playoff run was unbelievable. Being able to recognize the Season Ticket Members who supported us all year is very important to us. Without our fans, none of this would be possible.”
All current and 2022-23 Season Ticket Members are invited to the event to pick up their rings. The ‘drop-in’ event will also feature appetizers, refreshments and appearances from current Petes players. Upon arrival, all Season Ticket Members will be signed in to ensure they receive their ring.
Season Ticket Members unable to attend can organize a time to pick up their ring by calling Petes Coordinator of Season Ticket Sales & Service, Tyler Hall, at (705) 743-3681 ext. 209 or via email at thall@gopetesgo.com.
The Petes hit the ice on Friday when they travel to St. Catharines to take on the Niagara IceDogs.
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Photos: Seasons On Ravenwood Deploying Pirate Ghost Ship For One More Halloween After Receiving Multiple Complaints
/The Seasons on Ravenwood’s famed ghost pirate ship is making one more appearance this Halloween for trick-or-treaters to explore the front-yard exhibit before being permanently retired due to anonymous complaints.
The closure was announced by Jenn and Braden Glasbergen, who run Seasons on Ravenwood.
The couple put out four extravagant seasonal displays a year which include a dinosaur park, Easter, Halloween and Christmas display on their front lawn on 1723 Ravenwood Dr.
The decision to retire the pirate ship came after the Glasbergens received numerous threats and warnings of legal action for the displays allegedly being a safety hazard.
“We've decided that given some of the comments that we received, it's time to move on from the pirate ship,” explained Braden.
While the couple has received overwhelming support for the good the displays have done, the Glasbergens refuse to deal with the negativity affiliated with the display.
“We know that there's not a lot of teeth to it but it's just aggravation that nobody wants to deal so we're decided that the time is appropriate for us to hang it up for the pirate ship,” said Braden.
According to Glasbergens, they received messages claiming their decorations cause traffic hazards since they are a distraction and could result in vehicular accidents.
“We've done all we could with it as safe as possible when people come to visit it but a lot of comments we've been receiving is people on the way to the pirate ship, there are concerns around the traffic on Ravenwood and people might be getting hit,” said Braden.
Signs and flags — including a 15-footer visible from Parkhill Road — have been posted to help notify traffic to slow down. Posters are also plastered throughout the display to ensure safety when visitors are touring through the exhibit.
One of the many safety and rules signs posted throughout the property. Photo by David Tuan Bui.
Initially, they decided not to put the pirate ship on display after complaints back in June. Overwhelming support persuaded the family to put up the pirate ship again in a Facebook post in late August. It also gave the community one last chance to take photos, videos and create memories with the ship before it gets permanently sidelined.
“There's been such an outpouring of support for the ship and the community loves it. The people who do love it, love it a lot,” said Braden. “We've talked to our town councillor Matt Crowley, who's been fielding a lot of calls in support of the pirate ship and he's brought those positive reinforcements forward and the neighbours have a great time with it.”
The public is invited to visit the pirate ship until it gets taken down during the first week of November. The family continues collecting food or monetary donations to support St. Vincent de Paul, which they have been doing since running Seasons on Ravenwood four years ago while the ship is on display.
After the ship has run its course, it will change ownership as the Glasbergens have sold it to an out-of-town buyer.
Jenn and Braden say they have loved and appreciated the community’s support over the years and will not forget the positivity given to them over the last four years.
“It's overwhelming, the positive support that we get,” said Braden. The fact that we've reached that many people, that we've touched that many people just because we wanted to put up some seasonal displays and have a little bit of fun. It's been a great outpouring that way.”
'Porch Pirates For Good' Food Drive Plundering Peterborough For Kawartha Food Share
/Kawartha Food Share (KFS) is plundering Peterborough again as they are doing their “Porch Pirates For Good” food drive to restock their empty shelves this Saturday.
Since the inception of the pandemic, our porch food drives have brought in over 120,000 pounds of food and over $12,000 in monetary donations. Each month, KFS serves more than 4,500 children under the age of 18. Photo by David Tuan Bui.
Households are asked to leave a bag of non-perishable food items on their front porch for the Porch Pirates to collect starting at 9 a.m.
The number of clients using food banks has reached an all-time high throughout the nation, according to KFS. They continue to state that the rising cost of food and supply chain shortages have affected their clients, donors and purchasing power.
The following is a list of items requested for donation from KFS:
Peanut Butter
Canned tuna
Canned fruit
Individually wrapped school snacks – very helpful
Pasta and pasta sauce
Alpha-getti, Kraft Dinner and Chef Boyardee
Breakfast cereal
Gluten-free items – like pasta, cookies, oats etc.
Canned vegetables
Canned soup/stew
Feminine hygiene products
Diapers
Toiletries
Monetary Donations (can be made online or during item collection)
For every $1 donated, $3 worth of food can be purchased, according to KFS. Volunteers can collect cheques or cash during their pickups on October 28th.
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City Council Appoints David Potts As New Commissioner of Legislative Services
/City Council has appointed David Potts as the new Commissioner of Legislative Services for the City of Peterborough, effective immediately.
Potts holds a law degree from the University of Ottawa and a Bachelor of Arts (Economics) degree from Western University. He is certified by the Law Society of Ontario as a Specialist, Municipal Law (Local Government). Photo courtesy of the City of Peterborough.
The announcement was made at the City Council’s meeting on Monday.
Potts also serves as the City Solicitor for the City of Peterborough, a position he has held since June 2018. Before joining the City of Peterborough, Potts was the City of Oshawa’s legal counsel for 19 years, including 17 years as its City Solicitor.
As the Commissioner of Legislative Services, Potts leads a department that includes Legal Services, the City’s Clerk’s Office, Court Services, Municipal Law Enforcement Services, and Realty Services.
Council has expressed its vision to enhance the delivery of the critical functions within the Legislative Services Department, including bylaw enforcement, to meet the community's needs better moving forward according to Mayor Jeff Leal.
“Dave has the experience and knowledge to lead the department through this exciting period of change,” he said.
“I am looking forward to working with Dave in this senior leadership role and use his knowledge and vast experience in our exciting journey to make the City of Peterborough a future-ready City,” said Jasbir Raina, Chief Administrative Officer.
Legislative Services is a new department for the City of Peterborough, which was created as part of a recent reorganization to position the City to be future-ready, realigning existing divisions, services and programs within the administrative structure of the City of Peterborough according to a press release.
Potts has served as the acting Commissioner of Legislative Services since the department was created on Oct. 2.
As the community positions itself for growth and progress, it will be critical that the City learns from the experiences of other municipalities while simultaneously implementing services in a way that considers the local context for Peterborough, Potts said.
“I’m looking forward to continuing to work with the City’s talented, dedicated group of professionals in my new role as we implement Council’s vision as expressed through its Strategic Plan: Peterborough 2050,” he said. '“I’m grateful to Council and my staff colleagues for this additional opportunity to serve my hometown.”
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North York Man Arrested For a Stolen Vehicle Found In Peterborough
/A 54-year-old North York man is facing charges after a vehicle reported stolen in Toronto was spotted in Peterborough Monday morning.
Photo by David Tuan Bui.
At roughly 9:10 a.m., general patrol officers in the George Street and King Street area were alerted to the stolen vehicle by the Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) system. The vehicle was idling with a person in the driver's seat. Officers parked at the front and the back of the vehicle, approached it and took the driver into custody.
As a result of the investigation, a 54-year-old North York man was arrested and charged with:
Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 - in Canada
The accused was released on an appearance notice and is scheduled to appear in court Nov. 21, 2023.
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Peterborough County Launches 'Warden for a Day' Campaign For Grade 9-12 Students
/In celebration of last week (Local Government Week), Peterborough County is inviting youth in grades 9 – 12 to enter the ‘Warden for a Day,’ contest running until Nov. 3.
Photo by David Tuan Bui.
This initiative aims to inform students in the local community about the Warden's responsibilities, the services Peterborough County provides for its residents and the various career and elected office opportunities within local government according to a press release. The County says it aspires to raise awareness among young people about the significance of engaging in their local government.
The winner will be invited to participate in the Nov. 22 Peterborough County Council meeting and will join Warden Bonnie Clark at the County Courthouse for a lunch, a tour of County facilities and prizes
To enter, students must answer two questions in the format of a 60-second video:
What do you love about living in Peterborough County?
What is one thing that you would do as Warden?
The online submission form can be found online with the deadline on Nov. 3 at midnight.
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Peterborough Petes Defenceman Carson Cameron Selected To World Under-17 Hockey Challenge
/Peterborough Petes rookie defenceman Carson Cameron has been named by Hockey Canada to the Canada White Roster for the upcoming 2023 World Under-17 Hockey Challenge announced on Monday.
Photo by David Tuan Bui.
The tournament will take place from Nov. 2-11 in Charlottetown, P.E.I.
The Petes selected the first-year Bobcaygeon defenceman in the first round, 13th overall, in the 2023 OHL Priority Selection. Through nine games this season, the former Central Ontario Wolves captain scored one goal and added four assists for five points, putting him third in OHL rookie defenceman scoring. In the summer, Carson was among 66 under-17 players selected to participate in the Hockey Canada Program of Excellence Summer Meetings.
“We’re very excited for Carson,” said Michael Oke, Petes general manager and vice president of operations. “This is a great opportunity for him to represent Canada and feature alongside some of the top talent in the 2007 age group from around the world. We’re looking forward to watching Carson compete and can’t wait to see the experience that he brings back to the team.”
The Petes hit the ice on Friday when they travel to St. Catharines to take on the Niagara IceDogs.
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Peterborough Police Seeking Two Break-and-Enter Suspects Going Into Two Lansdowne Street Businesses
/The Peterborough Police Service is seeking two suspects involved in two incidents at two businesses on Lansdowne Street West early Friday morning.
Photo by David Tuan Bui.
One business reported their security system showed a man and a woman attempting to enter the store before taking off in a black sedan. Police believe the incident happened around 4 a.m.
Upon their arrival, a second business reported that an employee noticed a safe with a significant amount of money stolen. Security system footage showed a man and a woman in the store leaving with the safe. Police believe this incident happened about 5:30 a.m. on Friday.
The suspects are believed to be connected to both incidents and are described as:
Suspect #1:
white male
grey pants/sweater
brown shoes
average build
black mask
Suspect #2:
white female
grey sweater
black mask
black pants
white/black shoes
Anyone with information is asked to call Peterborough Police at 705-876-1122 x555 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online.
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4th Line Theatre Announces Two Productions For Its 2024 Summer Lineup
/4th Line Theatre has announced its 32nd summer season and two premiere productions ‘Onion Skins & Peach Fuzz: The Farmerettes’ and ‘Jim Watts: Girl Reporter’ on Monday morning.
Onion Skins & Peach Fuzz: The Farmerettes was written by Alison Lawrence (pictured). Photo courtesy of 4th Line Theatre.
The season will begin on July 1 with Onion Skins & Peach Fuzz: The Farmerettes, written by Alison Lawrence, based on the book by Shirleyan English and Bonnie Sitter and directed by Autumn Smith, who returns after appearing in the 2023 production of The Cavan Blazers.
Beginning on July 30, Jim Watts: Girl Reporter, written by Beverley Cooper and directed by Kim Blackwell, will take the stage. Cooper wrote The Other: A Strange Christmas Tale for 4th Line, which had a sold-out run in December 2018.
“In our 2024 season, I am proud to share these two plays with audiences,” explained Blackwell, 4th Line’s managing artistic director “These world premiere productions have been developed through our new play development program.”
Longtime Musical Director Justin Hiscox returns to write original music, compose and musically direct for the summer season. Hiscox returns in 2024 for his 24th season after surviving a life-threatening illness this past summer.
Onion Skins & Peach Fuzz: The Farmerettes is a funny and enlightening exploration of the largely unknown story of the teenage girls who stepped up and worked on farms across Canada to feed the troops and all Canadians during WWII. These ‘Farmerettes,’ all in their 90s now, tell us that the summers they worked on those farms were the best of their lives, even 70 or more years later.
Jim Watts: Girl Reporter is a fascinating exploration of the experience of trailblazing youth who illegally flocked to Spain to fight fascism, attempting to stop its march across Europe in the mid-1930s. Jean ‘Jim’ Watts was the only woman to join Canada’s regiment in Spain, the MacKenzie-Papineaus. The play takes us from Toronto to Madrid, from political rallies to the battlefields of Spain—and Peterborough’s own Jim Higgins — union organizer and hero — figures prominently in the story.
“Both of the plays focus on young people who are willing to do just about anything to do their part,” explains Blackwell. “These young people were desperate to try and make a difference in a world gone mad. They were all true heroes.”
Onion Skins & Peach Fuzz: The Farmerettes
Directed by Autumn Smith
July 1 – 20, 2024
Previews: July 1, 2
Opening Night: July 3
Monday to Saturday at 6 p.m.
Jim Watts: Girl Reporter
July 30 – August 24, 2024
Previews: July 30, 31
Opening Night: August 1
Tuesday to Saturday at 6 p.m.
