Peterborough Police Service Issue 27 Traffic Tickets During Victoria Day Weekend

Peterborough Police Service Traffic Unit officers completed a traffic enforcement initiative during Canada Road Safety week issuing 27 throughout the City of Peterborough and Lakefield on Friday during the Victoria Day weekend.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

There were five warnings and three vehicles were taken off the road in addition to the 27 tickets issued:

• Child Seats x2

• Unplated Vehicle x1

• Cell Phones x2

• Unnecessary Noise x2

• Suspended Driver x1 

• G1 Driver violation x1

• Red Lights Visible at Front x1

• Emissions Violations x2

• Speeding x5

• Drivers Licence Offences x4

• Insurance Violations x3

• Permit Violations x3

Traffic complaints can be reported through the online portal or by calling the Traffic Unit at 705-876-1122 x289.

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London Knights Sign U16 Peterborough Petes Defenceman to OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement

The London Knights have signed Peterborough Petes U16 AAA defenceman Caleb Mitchell to an OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement on Friday.

Photo courtesy of the Ontario Hockey League.

Mitchell was the Knights second round (39th overall) pick in the 2024 OHL Priority Selection from the Peterborough Petes U16 AAA.

The Omemee native spent the last two years with the Petes, getting five goals and 20 assists.

In the OHL Cup, he helped the Petes with six assists in six games.

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City's Public Art Program Seeking Indigenous Artists to Commemorate Chemong Portage

The City of Peterborough Public Art Program invites Indigenous visual artists living in Peterborough and local First Nations to submit proposals for a public art project to commemorate the Chemong Portage.

The Public Art Policy, adopted in 2009 and updated in 2022, recognizes the role public art plays in creating culturally vibrant cities, identifies processes for generating and selecting projects and committees and commits an annual Public Art fund to maintain existing artworks and to commission new projects from artists across the country. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE CITY OF PETERBOROUGH.

The Chemong Portage is an approximately 10-kilometre-long footpath and portage that once ran between Nogojiwanong/Peterborough and gchi-maang (Chemong Lake).  

The intent of Right of Way - The Chemong Portage Project is to commemorate the portage in a way that allows people to experience it. Visual artists are invited to submit digital images of their original artwork. Selected images will be printed onto vinyl media and wrapped around traffic signal cabinets located close to what is thought to be the original portage route.  

“This is a great initiative to highlight the cultural richness of the Michi Saagiig and educate the city and visitors that they are on an historical portage route of our communities,” said Tom Cowie of Hiawatha First Nation.

The call for artists, including more information about the project parameters with tips about the application process, is on the City’s Public Art webpage at peterborough.ca/PublicArt.  

Information sessions 

Artists are encouraged to attend one of three information sessions in early June. Public art program staff will be in attendance to answer questions.   

Hiawatha First Nation Cultural Centre 

June 3 at 3:30 p.m.  

431 Hiawatha Line  

Hiawatha First Nation  

Peterborough Public Library  

June 3 at 6:30 p.m.  

345 Aylmer St. N, Peterborough 

Curve Lake Nation Cultural Centre  

June 4 at 4:30 p.m. 

1024 Mississauga St.

Curve Lake First Nation 

The application deadline is June 25 at 4 p.m. All applications must be submitted online. 

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Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Gauvreau Accounting, Kawartha Audiology, Feeflo Physiotherapy and Modern Makers Market Shop

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…

Gauvreau Accounting Tax Law Advisory has launched a new division: Business Valuation Services.

This new service offering is essential when dealing with things like the purchase and sale of a business, succession planning and estate freezes, shareholder buyouts, tax planning and numerous other business situations. Gauvreau is one of the few Canadian accounting firms that can support all services in-house, including a tax specialist, corporate lawyer and chartered business evaluator. They are committed to fully supporting small and medium-sized businesses. Find out more at gauvreaucpa.ca.

There’s a new healthcare business in Norwood — Kawartha Audiology and Hearing Aid Clinic.

It’s your friendly neighbourhood center for all things hearing. They specialize in detailed hearing tests, comprehensive assessments, and personalized hearing aid evaluations — all designed to help you hear your best. The clinic is known for its warm and personable approach, ensuring that each visit is both comfortable and informative. Using the latest in hearing technology, their dedicated team is committed to providing top-notch care and practical solutions for your hearing needs. Check out their new location at 17 Spruce St., Unit 4A in Norwood.

Next door in Unit 5 at 17 Spruce St. in Norwood, Feeflo Physiotherapy has opened a second location.

Freeflo has you covered in recovering and maintaining your physical health. They offer physiotherapy to fix your shoulder, massage therapy because you threw out your lower back, and acupuncture to help relieve your pain. It’s all available at one convenient location.

Modern Makers Market Shop is just finishing up a beautiful renovation.

Drop by 651 Chamberlain St. in Peterborough to see the space and do some local shopping. The shop features a wide range of interesting products from creative local makers, including jewelry, baked goods and treats, soaps, children’s books, cleaning products, personal accessories, creative designs and more. Next weekend rolled ice cream will be back for the season. The market is also available online with an extensive online marketplace at modernmakersmarket.ca.

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Monaghan Road to Undergo Sewer Replacements and Spot Repairs Starting On the Last Week of May

Four sections of storm sewers on Monaghan Road will be replaced beginning on the week of May 27, announced by the City of Peterborough on Friday.

File Photo.

The storm sewer sections on Monaghan Road are between Lundy’s Lane and Wolfe Street.

Sport work restoration of the affected areas on Monaghan Road will occur after completing the required sewer repair.

Flagging operations may reduce traffic to one lane during the project works. As a result, local traffic may experience delays within the construction limits.

The City has awarded the project to Accurex Inc.

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Peterborough Man Facing Multiple Charges After Allegedly Luring Minors

A 32-year-old Peterborough man is facing six charges after an investigation including luring a minor and prohibition regarding children.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Officers from the Peterborough Police Services Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit executed a search warrant at a Peterborough residence on Thursday

As a result of the two-month investigation, the man was arrested and charged with:

• Luring a Person Under 16 Years of Age by Means of Telecommunication x4

• Fail to Comply with Prohibition Regarding Children x2

The accused was held in custody and appeared in court on Friday.

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View Creativity at the Mount Community Centre's Eighth-Annual 'Get Your Art On' Exhibition

The Mount Community Centre is hosting their eighth-annual ‘Get Your Art On,’ exhibition and sale of local arts and crafts at their facility at the Austin Doran Hall on May 24 to 26.

Photocourtesy of the Mount COmmunity Centre.

The exhibition features paintings, photography, pottery, sculpturing, woodworking and more on display and for sale.

The official opening ceremony starts on the 24 at 6 p.m. Each day onward is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

“There are numerous artists and crafts people coming to display and sell their works,” says Hartley Stephenson, local artist and event organizer. “The items are unique and specially designed to please the buyer. Attendees are bound to find something that will interest them and be a perfect gift for Mother’s day celebrations.”

The event is free to attend and 10 per cent of all profits going towards the Mount’s efforts to provide affordable housing and food security.

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Man Who Fled Collision Turns Himself In and Faces Multiple Traffic Charges

A 37-year-old Peterborough man faces Highway Traffic Act charges after an allegedly fail-to-remain collision in Peterborough Wednesday afternoon.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The driver of the Jeep turned themselves into police on Thursday afternoon.

He was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

• Driving while suspended

• Fail to Remain

• Careless Driving

The driver was given a court date of July 18.

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A List of City Services On Victoria Day

Victoria Day is Monday and many city services and facilities will operate during holiday hours or be closed during the holiday. 

Photo by Keegan Beekers.

City Hall 

City Hall, including Building Services, the Clerk’s Office and the Tax Office will be closed Monday. Online services are available at www.peterborough.ca. 

Garbage, recycling and yard waste 

There are no changes to curbside garbage and recycling collection on Monday. 

The City/County Landfill at 1260 Bensfort Rd. will be closed. 

Hazardous and Electronic Waste Depot at 400 Pido Rd. will be closed. The Hazardous and Electronic Waste Depot’s normal operating schedule is Wednesday to Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Public Works 

Public Works can be reached at 705-745-1386. This line is answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 

Parks 

Seasonal washrooms in parks are expected to be open in time for the Victoria Day long weekend and remain open for the season. Park washrooms are generally open from about 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily; however, some locations close earlier based on maintenance schedules. 

Transit 

Peterborough Transit will operate on a Holiday service schedule on Monday. Visit peterborough.ca/transit for details. 

Peterborough Marina 

Peterborough Marina at 92 George St. N. on Little Lake opens for the season on Victoria Day weekend. 

Peterborough Museum and Archives 

Peterborough Museum and Archives at 300 Hunter St. E. is open from noon to 5 p.m. on Monday. Information about current exhibitions is available online at www.peterborough.ca/museum. 

Sport and Wellness Centre 

The Sport and Wellness Centre at 775 Brealey Dr. is open 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday. 

Arenas 

The Peterborough Memorial Centre, Kinsmen Civic Centre, Healthy Planet Arena and the facility booking office will be closed on Monday. 

The Grant Thornton Box Office at the Peterborough Memorial Centre will be closed on Monday. Visit online 24 hours a day, seven days a week at memorialcentre.ca for information and tickets. 

Art Gallery of Peterborough 

Art Gallery of Peterborough at 250 Crescent St. is closed on Monday. The gallery’s regular operating hours are Wednesday to Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information about gallery exhibitions and programs please visit www.agp.on.ca.  

Child Care Centres 

City-operated child care centres will be closed on Monday. 

Peterborough Public Library 

Peterborough Public Library at 345 Aylmer St. will be closed on Monday. Information and digital resources are online at www.ptbolibrary.ca/. 

Social Services 

Social Services office at 178 Charlotte St. will be closed on Monday. 

Emergency shelter services 

Emergency shelter services remain open: to access emergency shelter services outside of regular business hours or on holidays, please call After Hours service at 705-926-0096. 

Provincial Offences Act office 

Provincial Offences Act office at 99 Simcoe St. will be closed on Monday. Fine payments can be made online at www.peterborough.ca/POA. 

Peterborough Airport 

The Peterborough Airport at 590 A Skyway Dr. is open regular hours on Monday. 

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