Police and Fire Services Seeking Public For Information of Margaret Avenue Fire

The Peterborough Police and Peterborough Fire Services are asking anyone with information to come forward about a fire on Margaret Avenue on Saturday morning.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

At roughly 12:20 a.m., the fire was spotted and called in. The home had just been sold and was empty at the time.

Seventeen firefighters responded to the call and heavy smoke billowed from the house upon arrival. After a search, fire crews did not find anyone in the fire and police believe no one was injured. The fire was extinguished without incident.

The Ontario Fire Marshal has since determined the circumstances to be suspicious and the Peterborough Police Service is investigating.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call Detective Constable Mark Jilesen with Peterborough Police at 705-876-1122 x285 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online.

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Peterborough Becomes a Winter Wonderland For Snofest On Family Day Weekend

Four fun-filled days of winter-themed activities are hitting Peterborough for this year’s Snofest starting Feb. 16.

Photo courtesy of the City of Peterborough.

Snofest runs until Feb. 19. The full Snofest schedule of free activities is online at peterborough.ca/snofest.

“On behalf of Peterborough City Council, I am pleased to invite you to participate in the Snofest winter weekend carnival. With events and activities available to people of all ages and all stages of life, Snofest is a time for friends and families to get together and get outside for some winter fun,” said Mayor Jeff Leal. “It is important that we all remain active and engaged with our community during the colder months and Snofest offers an opportunity to do so while also having a wonderful time.”  

Highlights of the schedule of events include a family swim night, the Snow Much Fun outdoor skating and snow play party at Quaker Foods City Square, the Mayor’s Pancake Breakfast presented in partnership with the East Peterborough Lions Club, a snowsuit story time provided by the Peterborough Public Library and the Peterborough Museum and Archives, a family skate on holiday Monday at Healthy Planet Arena and more.

Snofest Pete will be attending most events scheduled throughout the long weekend.

The Recreation and Parks Services Division, Peterborough Public Library, the Peterborough Museum & Archives and the Art Gallery of Peterborough will provide programming.

Participants are invited to bring their used batteries to the following events to be recycled to receive a free Snofest toque: Quaker Foods City Square skate event, Healthy Planet Arena skating event and Wellness Centre swim and pancake breakfast.

“The City of Peterborough is a leading municipal example for battery recycling and sustainability and has been a great partner since 2020,” said Joe Zenobio, Call2Recycle Canada president. “We are delighted to participate in Snofest and to support Peterborough’s community life and environmental initiatives. Together through our collective efforts we will continue to protect our environment and divert even more batteries from landfills.”

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Grammy-Winning Group TLC Bringing 90's Nostalgia to the Peterborough Memorial Centre For May 18

There will be 90’s nostalgia hitting the Peterborough Memorial Centre as Grammy-award winning group TLC with special guests All-4-One and Color Me Badd hit the stage on May 18.

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

TLC has sold 85 million Records Worldwide, had four number one singles in the US, 10 Top Ten singles in the US, won 4 Grammy Awards, 5 MTV Awards, 5 Soul Train Awards and 4 Multi-Platinum selling albums. Two of them (Fanmail and CrazySexyCool) are certified Diamond by the RIAA and have one billion plays on Pandora.  

All-4-One are best known for their songs I Swear, I Can Love You Like That, So Much In Love, I Turn To You, These Arms, Beautiful As You and more. The Grammy Award Winning group All-4-One is internationally known for chart topping radio hits and also garnering countless awards. All-4-One’s very first single ‘So Much In Love,’ scaled to RIAA Gold Sales and top five pop status.

Color Me Badd were considered the leaders of a resurgence of post-doo-wop harmony groups singing in the early 1990s.

Best known for their singles I Wanna Sex You Up, I Ador, Mi Amor and All 4 Love, the group has sold over 12 million records worldwide, had two number one Hit Singles, nine Top 40 Hits and a Triple-Platinum Album. They were nominated for two Grammy Awards, won two Soul Train Music Awards and one American Music Award and were nominated for five others.

Tickets range from $79.50 to $149.50 (plus applicable fees) and go on-sale Friday at 10 a.m. online, by phone at 705-743-3561 or in person at the box office.

PMC Scoop members presale begins on Wednesday at 10 a.m. where presale codes are available online.

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Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Big Mama’s, Black Honey, JA-NEO and Marlin Travel

PTBOCanada is delighted to be running the Business Beat columns each week here, spotlighting new businesses and startups in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. Here is this week’s edition…

Looking for some delicious meals that you can take home and reheat?

Big Mama’s Community Kitchen is offering just that at 441 Rubidge St. Based out of Right to Heal PTBO, Big Mama’s Community Kitchen offers a place of gathering to nourish the mind, body, and soul. Pre-order your food online or over the phone for pickup at a later date. They offer custom catering options for the workplace, community events and special occasions. You can find them online at righttoheal.ca.

Black Honey is officially under new ownership.

Lisa Dixon opened the business at 217 Hunter St. W. 18 years ago. Since then, the café, bakery, and catering business has become a fixture of downtown, leading Hunter Street to become a thriving café and restaurant district. New owner Jennifer Miles has been working with Lisa and is a trained chef herself. Take a stroll down Hunter Street and grab a hot drink and a warm treat.

Junior Achievement has announced the inductees to its ninth annual Business Hall of Fame.

Inductees are selected for their lasting contributions to economic development locally, their leadership and their innovation. They serve as inspiring role models and mentors to the students that benefit from Junior Achievement’s programs. A big shout out to Tim Barrie, John Cunningham, Gwyneth James, Richard Labelle, Jill and Robert Staples, Jeannine Taylor, Nicole Truman, Cora Whittington, and the crew at Winslow Gerolamy – you have all shown yourselves to be exceptional community and business leaders.

Dreaming about a vacation to somewhere warm?

The Peterborough and the Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce is partnering up with Marlin Travel to bring back their popular travel program. Head to Northern Italy for nine days this October and take in Venice, go on a Prosecco Winery Tour, and check out the Dolomite mountains. The trip is open to both members and non-members and provides guests with premium accommodations, a chance to try some authentic Italian cuisine, and an opportunity to see northern Italy with local colleagues and friends. Visit PKChamber.ca or contact Marlin Travel for more details.

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Six Fleming College Paramedic Students Take An Icy Dip For Campbellford Memorial Hospital

Six Fleming College Paramedic students are taking the plunge to benefit Campbellford Memorial Hospital’s campaign to buy a new CT scanner, announced on Friday.

Fleming’s plunge from last year. Photo courtesy of Fleming College.

The Medic Mavericks team consists of Fleming students Danielle Blavert, Theo Guenther, Keyanna O’Rourke, Emily Escott, Maddie Mason-Gaynor, and Taiya Martin.

A goal of $1,000 is set to help the hospital’s cause.

The students will be dressed in their paramedic uniforms and will brave Trent River’s frigid temperatures on Saturday at noon. They will jumpfrom the shoreline at Lion’s Club Park in Campbellford. 

Donors can go online to give to the Medic Maverick’s campaign.

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Mayor Jeff Leal to Proclaim February As Black History Month

Mayor Jeff Leal will proclaim February as Black History Month during a Black History Month launch event hosted by Peterborough's Community Race Relations Committee at the Peterborough Public Library from 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursday.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

“Black History Month is an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the contributions of Black Canadians in our City,” said Leal. “Please join our community as we mark the start of this important month.”

Resgistration is required to attend the launch event.

The Black History Month launch event keynote speaker is Shanique Victoria Edwards, the lead researcher for Black Mental Health Canada and a member of its circle of leaders. Edwards is a psychotherapist who specializes in racial trauma and BIPOC mental health.

Christine Maclin, a local activist and secretary/treasurer for the Coalition of Black Trade Unionists, will speak on her journey through mental health, self-discovery and healing.

Sahira Q, who is a local activist and artist, will also share a speech and performance during the Black History Month launch event.

For updates from Peterborough's Community Race Relations Committee, follow their Facebook page at facebook.com/racerelationspeterborough.

Peterborough Museum and Archives

Visit the Peterborough Museum and Archives for a children’s craft that recognizes Black History Month and children’s books in the Reading Nook. The activities are self-guided and available at no cost during the museum’s regular hours. Peterborough Museum and Archives admission is by donation.

Instagram Live conversation

Reem Ali, the City’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisor, will be hosting an Instagram LIVE conversation with Patricia Wilson, the Community Race Relations Committee coordinator and founder of Diverse Nature Collective, starting at 10 a.m. on Feb. 2. Everyone is invited to tune in at instagram.com/cityptbo. An Instagram account is not required.

Peterborough Public Library

Peterborough Public Library includes diverse voices in its regular library programming and collections throughout the year by selecting diverse authors for story times, book club, book displays and other activities. For Black History Month, it is offering:

• Feb. 5-17 - Book displays in both the Children’s and Adult areas – “Celebrate Black Voices”

• Feb. 10 – Children’s movie: Hair Love and The Princess and the Frog

• Feb. 13 – Film & Discussion: Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody

• Feb. 15 – Tween Book Club: Look Both Ways by Jason Reynolds

• Feb. – Adult Book Club In Person or Online: Black Buck by Mateo Askaripour

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Peterborough Man Arrested On Outstanding Warrant For Failing to Attend Court

A 29-year-old Peterborough man wanted on a warrant has been arrested on Thursday.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

At approximately 9:24 p.m., officers responded to a disturbance call in the areas of King Street and George Street. Officers in the area identified a man who was wanted on an outstanding warrant for failing to attend court and he was subsequently arrested. The accused failed to attend court on initial charges of:

• Assault with a Weapon

• Theft Under $5000

• Utter Threats to Cause Bodily Harm

• Fail to Comply

• Breach of Probation

• Mischief Under $5000

As a result, the accused is being held in custody for a bail hearing on Friday.

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Peterborough Petes Peppered With 56 Shots In 4-2 Loss to Ottawa 67's; Losing Streak Extended to Nine Games

The ice seemed tilted for the Petes, who were blasted with 56 shots to their 19 in a 4-2 defeat to the Ottawa 67’s, extending their losing streak to nine games at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on Thursday night.

Photo courtesy of Kenneth Andersen and the Peterborough Petes.

The game was former Pete Samuel Meyer’s return to Peterborough since being traded to Ottawa on Jan. 7.

The visiting team wasted no time getting on the board. Less than three minutes into the game, Matthew Mayich blasted a one-timer slapshot from the point that beat Petes goaltender Liam Sztuska for a 1-0 lead.

The Petes were getting outshot 16-8 in the first period but tied the game late as Chase Lefebvre split the Ottawa defence and had a breakaway. He stickhandled the puck a few times before sniping it through on the forehand, beating Collin MacKenzie for a 1-1 tie to end the first frame.

Ottawa struck early in the period again. Just under three and a half minutes in, Caden Kelly took a shot from the point that deflected off teammate Bradley Horner and past Sztuska for a 2-1 lead. Ottawa got more shots this period than the last with 20 while limiting Peterborough to only four as the Petes trailed by one into the final stanza.

The Petes struck first this time, just under seven and a half minutes in as they made the most of their few chances in the game. Peterborough was on the powerplay and had a board battle from behind Ottawa’s net. The puck squirted out in front and Aiden Young pounced on it for a one-timer goal, his first as a Peterborough Pete and the game was tied at two.

Ottawa got a powerplay late in the period and capitalized as a shot from the point was blocked by a Pete. Henry Mews corraled the puck, passed it off to Thomas Sirman who buried the one-timer for a 3-2 lead.

The visiting 67’s tacked on an empty-net goal to round out their 20-shot period to Peterborough’s seven and leave the Electric City with a 4-2 win.

Peterborough heads to London on Friday to take on their former goalie, Michael Simpson. He has 23 wins, more than any other goaltender in the league. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. at Budweiser Gardens. Fans can catch the game at the Official Road Game Watch Party at Shoeless Joe’s Peterborough.

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Hunter Street East Closure Due to Construction Extended to Jan. 29

Hunter Street East’s closure between Mark Street and Rogers Street is extended from Jan 26 to the 29th to install water and sanitary connections.

Photo by Keegan Beekers.

Access to businesses and residences in the closure area will be maintained while work is completed.

Traffic detour routes will be posted. Eastbound and westbound traffic will be detoured along Burnham Street, Maria Street and Rogers Street.

The north sidewalk on Hunter Street East and the Rotary Greenway Trail will remain open during construction.

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Son of Peterborough Minor Petes Alumnus Commits to Minnesota State University Mavericks

Eli Pulver, son of Peterborough native and Minor Petes alumnus Paul Pulver, has committed to Minnesota State University, Mankato for the 2024-25 season, announced on Wednesday.

Photo courtesy of the Salmon Arm Silverbacks.

The Vancouver-born goaltender joins the Mavericks after spending the past three years in the British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL), most recently with the Salmon Arm Silverbacks.

Eli played 81 games with a 49-24-4 record with a 2.43 GAA and a 0.922 SV%. The 20-year-old is in his first season with the Silverbacks where he has put up a 15-7-1 record with a 2.29 GAA and a 0.924 SV%.

“I’m really looking forward to joining their [the Minnesota State University, Mankato] program,” said Eli. “I know it will be a great spot for me to develop as both a player and as a person so I’m grateful for the opportunity. Thanks to everyone involved with the Silverbacks organization for helping me get to this point.”

Paul played defence for the Peterborough Roadrunners from 1985 to 1987 in the Metro Jr. B Hockey League.

In 33 games, he posted seven goals and five assists with the club.

Paul played collegiate hockey for McGill University for four years while obtaining a bachelor’s degree in Economics.

He works as a partner with Pulver Crawford Munroe LLP in Vancouver.

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