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Cherry On Top Cheesecakes Opens New Brick-and-Mortar Store In Northcrest Plaza
/Northcrest Plaza just got sweeter with the opening of Peterborough’s newest dessert place, ‘Cherry on Top Cheesecakes’ at 184 Marina Blvd.
Robyn Cass showcases her large pumpkin pecan caramel seasonal cheesecake. She remarks that cheesecake is her favourite dessert. Cherry on Top Cheesecakes has sold out multiple times since its grand opening last Saturday. Photo by David Tuan Bui.
The new brick-and-mortar business had its soft opening on Thanksgiving, with its grand opening last Saturday.
“It was a bit surreal,” said owner Robyn Cass. “Everyone kept asking me if I was excited and it was hard to feel the excitement because it didn't 100 per cent feel real but once we got to the grand opening, it kind of confirmed that a little bit more.”
The business sells cheesecakes in little tins/cupcake style or cake style in three sizes (small, medium and large).
While cherry cheesecake remains a staple for the shop, other flavours such as crème brûlée, strawberry shortcake, s’mores and others rotate weekly to keep the menu fresh. Seasonal flavours such as pumpkin caramel pecan, candy cane hot chocolate and gingerbread are available at their respective seasons.
The customization and array of possible flavours allow Cass to get creative with her menu rotation.
“The list of flavours is kind of endless,” she explained. “I do like to combine traditional desserts with cheesecakes so you get the best of both worlds.”
Cass had run her business from home during the COVID-19 pandemic and had a passion for baking. She opted for a brick-and-mortar store due to the growing volume of orders she received.
“I had to put a limit to what I could do at home due to space so that was the main part,” she explained. “I wanted to be able to see exactly how much I was capable of doing business-wise without having to put a limit on it.”
Orders for custom cheesecakes can be placed via Facebook, phone or in person. The store also has limited custom handcrafted drinks that also rotate weekly. Some drinks include bubble tea and iced coffee.
Ultimately, having a business that specialized in cheesecakes was something Cass had wanted for a long time.
“I felt like I wanted more for myself,” she explained. “This is where my passion was, what I could see myself doing and would be happy doing.”
The store’s business hours are as follows:
Monday - Closed
Tuesday - Closed
Wednesday - Closed
Thursday - 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday - 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday - 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday - 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
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71-Year-Old Man Charged With Uttering Threats and Assault After a Parking Lot Incident
/A 71-year-old Peterborough man is facing charges after an incident in a parking lot on Thursday evening.
Photo by David Tuan Bui.
At roughly 7:30 p.m., officers were called to a Lansdowne Street and Kawartha Heights Boulevard parking lot. Officers discovered an argument between a woman and her ex-partner where the former was verbally threatened. Police located the man and took him into custody. Further investigation revealed a physical altercation that had taken place between the pair several days prior.
The 71-year-old Peterborough man was arrested and charged with:
Uttering Threats Cause Death or Bodily Harm
Assault cause bodily harm
The accused is held in custody and will appear in court on Friday.
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Applications For 2024 Community Grants Open On Nov. 1
/The City of Peterborough Community Grants Program application process will open at noon Wednesday.
Photo by David Tuan Bui.
Any not-for-profit group or association in the City that would like to be considered is invited to complete an online application for a Community Project Grant or a Community Investment Grant.
The purpose is to provide financial assistance to non-profit, community-based organizations that provide direct programs, services or activities that enhance the quality of life for Peterborough residents in the areas of social services and health, arts, culture, heritage, recreation or the environment according to the City.
Applications will be open for the following Community Grants streams:
Community Project Grants – support for a specified project for which the requested amount is $250 to $1,000.
Community Investment Grants – support for projects and special events, specific programs or operating budgets for which the requested amount is $1,000 to $15,000.
The deadline for grant applications is Dec. 6 at noon.
Council annually sets aside funds to be allocated to various groups within the City of Peterborough. All applications will be subject to evaluation and final approval by the Council. The Community Grants Program is a competitive program and funding is limited and not guaranteed.
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Women's Business Network to Host Holiday Gala In Support of YWCA and Gender-Based Violence
/The Women’s Business Network (WBN) of Peterborough is hosting its annual Holiday Gala and Auction to support YWCA Peterborough Haliburton’s programs, supporting women experiencing gender-based violence on Dec. 6 at the Peterborough Holiday Inn.
Photo courtesy of Women's Business Network of Peterborough.
The online auction runs from Nov. 23 to Dec. 7 using the Nonprofit Bidding platform.
Their $15,000 goal is to help women and children in the community who are escaping abuse and violence. By 2012, the WBN had raised over $220,000 for the YWCA and to date, the WBN has raised over $340,000 in support of this imperative cause, according to a press release.
The WBN is asking the community for donations for its auction, such as gift certificates, tickets, memberships or items valued at $25 or more. Donors will have their company name/logo appear with the donated item and will receive extensive exposure through the reach of the Nonprofit Bidding platform, as stated in a press release. In addition, the donor logo will be displayed on our social media platforms and during the event.
Anyone willing to support this can complete the Online Auction Donation Form by Nov. 15 and include their logo.
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Children’s Aid Society Creating Family Awareness With Dress Purple Day
/Kawartha Haliburton Children's Aid Society (and others across Ontario) is raising awareness about the important role that individuals and communities play in supporting vulnerable children, youth and families through the provincial Dress Purple Day campaign on Friday.
PHOTO COURTESY OF THE KAWARTHA-HALIBURTON CHILDREN’S AID SOCIETY.
“Dress Purple Day offers an opportunity to raise awareness that the Kawartha-Haliburton Children’s Aid Society works together with many community organizations to help children, youth, and families facing challenges.” says Jennifer McLauchlan, Kawartha- Haliburton Children’s Aid Society executive director. “We are wearing purple today to show children, youth, and families that we care and are here to help.”
Dress Purple Day also reminds young people that they have rights to safety and well-being which goes beyond what we often think of when we use those words according to a press release.
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Nine Entrepreneurs Graduate From Community Futures Peterborough and Scotiabank's ScaleUP Program
/Nine entrepreneurs were celebrated as they completed and graduated from the transformative ScaleUP program ran by Community Futures Peterborough (CFP) and Scotiabank at the Venture North Building on Thursday afternoon.
The 2023 program was led by Diane Richard, a seasoned industry consultant and a team of regional experts including Savino Human Resource Partners, Holmes-Riseley CPA’s and Tax Advisors and featured a supply chain consultant. Photo by David Tuan Bui.
“For the past eight weeks, these ambitious business owners have participated in extensive one-on-one coaching alongside intensive classroom sessions to better equip them with the knowledge and tools to accelerate their business to the next level,” says Devon Girard, CFP executive director. “Each graduate is walking away with a customized roadmap to help guide them through the next phase of sustainable growth for their business.”
The program educated area entrepreneurs and gave them the tools to make key decisions about how to grow and expand their businesses in our community according to a press release.
“Scotiabank offers our heartfelt congratulations to the graduates of the ScaleUP program. The support this program offers to participants is aligned to the tailored advice we deliver to our clients as they look to grow and expand their business,” says Chris Skinner, District Vice President of Ontario Central East. “We are proud to have partnered with Community Futures Peterborough in supporting entrepreneurs and businesses in the community.”
Graduates of the fall cohort of the program include:
Robyn Jenkins, Charlea’s Riverside Gardens
Tracy Logan, Logan Tree Experts
Angela Jones, Lakeshore Designs
RJ Kayser, Flowspa
Robyn Ivory, Indigenously Infused
Brett Pritchard, The 3D Shoppe
Kollene Drummond, Well Grounded
Matt Anderson, Chemong City Greens
Jena Trimble, Zen Home and Cottage Cleaning Service
“The insights I learned through the ScaleUP program have sparked exciting new developments for my business,” said Ivory. “Aligning our goals with tangible practices doesn’t feel so daunting when guided by Diane and the ScaleUP program. Working and learning alongside a powerhouse of entrepreneurs has inspired me, to say the least."
“Through the ScaleUP program, I am now better equipped for the leadership roles and business processes I'll need to build upon to successfully grow and scale my business,” said Anderson “This program has provided me with the confidence and know-how to apply the tools and best practices needed to anticipate the many challenges entrepreneurs face. Having the opportunity to learn from Diane and her years of leadership experience plus being in the room and learning from other Peterborough business owners has been very rewarding.”
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Fleming Phoenix Roundup: Oct. 24
/The Fleming Phoenix saw their men’s basketball take their first home loss and big competitions for their cross-country and volleyball teams this weekend.
The Fleming Phoenix logo was unveiled for the college on Sept. 8, replacing the Fleming Knight. Photo courtesy of Fleming College.
The men’s basketball team lost to the visiting Seneca Sting 80-61 in their second game of the season at the Wellness Centre. Standout Phoenix players were Keandre Jackson had 15 points, four steals and four rebounds; Jesean Wilson with 15 points and Paul Molay with 11 points. The Phoenix drop to 1-1 on the season following the loss.
Their next game is at home against the St. Lawrence Surge at the Wellness Centre this Saturday at 1 p.m.
The Phoenix cross country team travels to Conestoga College on Saturday for the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association provincial championship. The two-person Fleming team of Alexander Clark and Jessica Lehman will vie for a spot at the Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association national championship in Nova Scotia next month.
Both the men’s and women’s Phoenix volleyball teams are on the road this weekend. On Friday, the men’s and women’s teams will travel north to face the Canadore Panthers. The teams will then face the Georgian Grizzlies on Saturday.
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Hometown PTBO: Shawn Morey and the Peterborough Animal Care Centre In Need of Finding Homes For Their Surplus of Animals
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This week on Hometown PTBO, Pete Dalliday talks with Shawn Morey, Peterborough Humane Society executive director, about the surplus of animals at the Peterborough Animal Care Centre and seeking anyone to adopt them.
Volunteer Peterborough Makes Its First Hire of a Program Manager
/Volunteer Peterborough had made their first hire in Geneviève Ramage to the position of program manager.
Ramage has a degree in Humanities. Since going live in September, Volunteer Peterborough has signed up almost 70 organizations and more than 350 volunteers. Photo courtesy of Volunteer Peterborough.
