Peterborough Man Faces Multiple Charges And Has Drugs, Firearms and Cash Confiscated; Two Others Taken Into Custody

A 33-year-old Peterborough man is facing several charges after an investigation by the Peterborough Police Drug Unit resulting in the seizure of drugs and firearms.

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Police Service.

On Tuesday, an investigation was conducted in the Rubidge Street and Simcoe Street area. Officers conducted a traffic stop several blocks away and took three people into custody.

During a search after arrest, officers seized:

• A 12-gauge shotgun

• Ammunition

• 5 grams – Fentanyl

• 1 gram – Crystal Methamphetamine

• $700+ in Canadian Currency

The man arrested and charged with:

• Unauthorized Possession of Weapon

• Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

• Carrying concealed weapon

• Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was prohibited or restricted weapon

• Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammo

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking- Other Drugs

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine

• Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000 - in Canada

• Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order X3

• Fail to Comply with Probation Order X3

The accused is currently bound by three probation orders, each with the following condition: to keep the peace and be of good behaviour.

The accused is currently bound by three weapons prohibition orders with the condition not to possess any firearm, cross-bow, prohibited weapon, restricted weapon or prohibited device.

The accused is being held in custody and will appear in court on Wednesday.

The two other people in the vehicle were arrested on the strength of warrants from other jurisdictions.

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Peterborough Memorial Centre Takes Blast to the Past With "The 80s Club" On Nov. 24

Bust out your neon scrunchies and get your acid wash jeans as the Peterborough Memorial Centre (PMC) is hosting ‘The 80s Club’ featuring four bands bringing back the nostalgia for Nov. 24.

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

Honeymoon Suite, A Flock of Seagulls, Men Without Hats and Spoons are performing their massive hits at the PMC.

“This tour is exciting for us in so many ways,” said Gord Deppe of Spoons. “It's the first time we've toured the country from coast to coast in decades, performing some places we haven't been to since the 80s. On top of that, I get to play with my own group, Spoons, as well as with my new bandmates, A Flock of Seagulls.”

Honeymoon Suite lit Canadian radio on fire in the 80s with hits including ‘Stay in the Light,’ ‘New Girl Now,’ ‘Feel it Again,’ ‘Wave Babies,’ and ‘Burning in Love.’

England’s A Flock of Seagulls is led by singer Mike Score. The Grammy Award-winning new wave act had massive hits like ‘I Ran (So Far Away)’ and ‘Space Age Love Song.’

Bringing their iconic 80s pop songs are Men Without Hat’s ‘The Safety Dance’ and ‘Pop Goes the World!’ The band’s Ivan Doroschuk was recently inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame.

Formed in 1980, Spoons was an intrepid young band from Burlington that helped define the sound of Canadian 80s pop. Their album Arias & Symphonies was named one of the 20 Most Influential Albums of the 80s by The Chart Magazine. They have memorable hits such as ‘Romantic Traffic,’ ‘Old Emotions,’ and ‘Nova Heart.’ 

Tickets are available at the PMC’s website.

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Two Former Peterborough Petes Square Off at the Memorial Cup In the Battle of Undefeated

In last year’s Memorial Cup, Owen Beck and Michael Simpson were teammates with the Peterborough Petes.

This year, they are opponents in the battle of undefeated with the Saginaw Spirit and London Knights, respectively, as the two teams face off at the DOW Event Center in Saginaw on Wednesday night at 7:30 p.m.

Photo courtesy of Ken Andersen and the Peterborough Petes.

The Spirit and Knights (both from the Ontario Hockey League) share 2-0 records with the winner advancing to the championship game. The loser will play in the semi-final matchup.

Beck was traded to the Spirit for three draft picks and forward Aiden Young on Jan. 8 as part of the Petes rebuild.

He was originally acquired from the Mississauga Steelheads in exchange for Jack Van Volsen, Justin DeZoete, Peterborough’s second and third-round picks in 2025, Erie’s second-round pick in 2025 and Peterborough’s fourth-round pick in 2026 on Jan. 7 last year.

The Montréal Canadiens prospect played 30 games in the regular season last year, scoring seven goals and 18 assists. He logged another eight goals and eight assists in the playoffs to help Peterborough win an OHL Championship.

Beck played another 25 games with 16 goals and 14 assists prior to being traded to Saginaw.

Simpson was selected by the Petes in the 10th round, 193rd overall, by the Petes in the 2019 OHL Priority Selection.

He was given the Wayne Gretzky 99 Award as the playoff MVP when the Petes won the OHL Championship last year.

The London native was traded to his hometown team before this regular season’s start for goaltender Zach Bowen and Kingston Frontenac’s third-round pick in 2025.

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City of Peterborough to Celebrate Recreation and Parks Month For June

The City of Peterborough is celebrating June as ‘Recreation and Parks Month’ with a variety of events and activities.

Photo courtesy of the City of Peterborough.

The goal is to promote the benefits of being active and recognize the contribution that recreation and parks make to the quality of life. The provincial Recreation and Parks Month 2024 theme is ‘'Community Thrives Here.’ 

“Take time in June to try a new activity or return to an old favourite,” said Councillor Lesley Parnell and Councillor Gary Baldwin. “Access to parks, sports and recreation helps foster physical and mental health, strong communities, and social inclusion.  Recreation and Parks Month is a time to celebrate Peterborough’s remarkable parks, trails and sports and recreation services and raise awareness of the role they play as a pathway to individual and community well-being.”  

Throughout June, Peterborough Recreation and Parks Services will highlight family-friendly, fun recreation events in the community.

Everyone is invited to the Recreation and Parks Month Kick-off at Quaker Foods City Square between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Saturday. The kick-off will feature breakfast, refreshments, group fitness and children’s activities alongside the weekly Saturday Farmers Market.

A full list of events can be found online.

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Challenger Baseball Starts Swinging For the Fences For the 2024 Season

Peterborough Challenger Baseball broke out the gloves and bats as it kicked off their season opener for 2024 at Brinton Carpet Park on Monday night.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The organization supports anyone with cognitive or developmental challenges or chronic health issues that prevent them from playing organized sports.

The league typically kicks off on the Monday after the May 24 weekend, with the final game in late August.

“There's a lot of work that goes on behind the scenes over the winter but it makes it all worthwhile when you're and you see everyone giving it all on the ballfield,” said Joe Keating, Peterborough Challenger coach.

Those benefitting from the program learn skills such as communication, teamwork and confidence-building while getting exercise and having fun.

“A lot of it is learning to interact with your peers and play on a team,” explained Keating. Some people don't get a chance to do that so much so we provide an opportunity and environment where everyone can feel welcome and contribute and be successful on a team with their friends.”

As the organization continues throughout the years, the league sees a lot of returning faces but also welcomes several new players into the league.

“We really focus on fun rather than competing,” said Keating. “There's a competitive edge but the focus is for all the players to be successful. We make it fun for the players but we also try to teach and push them to get out of their comfort zone.”

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Peterborough Petes Defenceman Carson Cameron Selected to OHL Second All-Rookie Team

Peterborough Petes rookie defenceman Carson Cameron was named to the 2023-24 Ontario Hockey League (OHL) Second All-Rookie team, announced on Wednesday.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Cameron is the first Petes defenceman to be voted to an all-rookie team since Slater Koekkoek in 2010-11.

“It’s an honour to be recognized by the league for the year I had,” said Cameron. “I’m looking forward to getting back to the PMC and continuing to grow.”

The Bobcaygeon native was selected 15th overall by the Petes in the 2023 OHL Priority Selection. In his debut season, he tallied 4 goals and 22 assists for 26 points across 59 games.

“Congratulations to Carson and all the hard work he put in over the season. Being recognized as one of the top performers in the league is a great accomplishment,” said Michael Oke, Petes general manager and vice president of operations. “We are looking forward to watching Carson continue to grow and develop as a player moving forward.”

The CHL Import Draft takes place on July 3 at 11 a.m. The Petes hold the ninth overall selection in the draft.

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New Electric Vehicle Chargers Opens In Selwyn Township

Selwyn Township has made itself a little greener as they have introduced its new electric vehicle chargers at the municipal office on Tuesday morning.

(From left to right) Emilie Fargeout, Senior Project Manager for Earth Day Canada; Shilpi Singh, Aviva Canada Assistant Vice President of Sustainability; Sherry Senis, Selwyn Township Mayor; Ron Black, Deputy Mayor; Biran Henry, Smith Ward Councillor; John Boyko, Lakefield Ward Councillor and Ennismore Ward Councillor Mary Coulas. Photo courtesy of Selwyn Township.

The announcement was made with Township members, Aviva Canada and Earth Day Canada representatives.

In November, the Township installed six electric vehicle chargers at four locations. These include the Township Municipal Office, Ennismore Community Centre, Bridgenorth Library, and the River Den in Lakefield.

The new chargers help expand access to public charging in Selwyn Township which supports a transition to electric vehicles and reduces greenhouse gas emissions according to Mayor Sherry Senis.

“Today, we're not just launching new electric vehicle chargers; we're plugging into a sustainable future for Selwyn Township,” she said. These chargers mark our commitment to driving change, empowering our community to embrace clean transportation and steer towards a greener horizon.”

The installation of the new electric vehicle chargers was funded through Aviva Canada’s Charged for Change program in partnership with Earth Day Canada.

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Fourth Annual Lakers Alumni Golf Tournament Returns in 2024 to Support Grassroots Lacrosse Programs

The fourth annual Peterborough Lakers Alumni golf tournament returns to Keystone Links Golf & Country Club on June 21.

JOHNNY “SHOOTER” DAVIS AS ONE OF FOUR LAKERS ALUMNI THAT PARTICIPATED IN THE CEREMONIAL TEE-OFF. PHOTO BY LUKE BEST.

The tournament benefits the sustainability and grassroots lacrosse programs in the Peterborough area.

According to Jamie Batley, former alumni president, the annual event ‘took a year off’ last year but is back in full swing.

Tickets are $100 and include 18 holes, a cart, a commemorative hat, lunch and more.

Golfers can register online and send an e-transfer to ptbolakersalumni@gmail.com for payments. Registration begins at 11:30 a.m. with tee off at 1 p.m.

The tournament is also seeking hole sponsors or prize donations.

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Havelock Woman Charged With Impaired Driving Early Tuesday Morning

A 27-year-old Havelock woman is facing charges after an incident early Tuesday morning.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

At roughly 3 a.m., officers were called regarding a disturbance in the Dickson Street and Murray Street area. Officers located a vehicle and noticed signs of impairment from he driver after speaking with her.

The woman was arrested and charged with:

• Operation while impaired - blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

The accused was issued an automatic 90-day license suspension and seven-day vehicle impoundment.

The accused was released on an appearance notice and is scheduled to appear in court June 18.

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Two Peterborough Girls Grapple to Gold At National Judo Championships

Akshila Amarasinghe and Avery Fam of Ninja Academy in Peterborough grappled and threw their way to gold at the National Judo Championships in Montréal on May 22-23.

Akshila Amarasinghe (left), Paul Teleki (middle) and Avery Fam (right) after the trio celebrate the girls’ success in Montréal. Photo courtesy of Ninja Academy.

“What makes this a spectacular result is not only the national result but that they learned and competed in complex katas designed for high rank black belt gradings as well,” said Paul Teleki, Ninja Academy sensei. “Akshila and Avery have been training up to five days every week over the past several months and you can only achieve these results through countless hours of dedication.”

Both girls have earned Gold in Ju-no-kata previously, once in October 2023 at the Ontario Kata Championships and again in April 2024 at the Tora Invitational in Brampton. They earned bronze in Kodokan Goshin Jutsu in April.

“In their training they have already started sharing their knowledge with their peers, resulting in a positive ripple effect for students of all ages,” said Teleki. “They are trailblazers in their age category and I believe they will inspire judoka of all ages to pursue these difficult katas in the future.”

The Ninja Academy is shifting its focus on launching its first Ninja Olympics event at the Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre on June 23 for elementary-aged kids.

The event has a fair of activities and challenges with awards for kids in their respective age categories. Teleki says the event will help kids and families understand their athletic potential in a fun event.

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