Peterborough Petes Unable to Hold Lead, Lose Late to Brampton Steelheads 4-3

The Peterborough Petes had the lead for majority of the game but could not hold it as the Brampton Steelheads made the comeback victory 4-3 at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on Thursday night.

Photo courtesy of Kenneth Andersen and the Peterborough Petes.

Peterborough had a good start as captain Johnathan Melee scored just 44 seconds into the game. They struck again as rookie Colin Fitzgerald added to the lead just two minutes in for the 2-0 lead. Late in the period, Brampton was able to get on the scoreboard to make it 2-1 after the first period.

The second had only one goal courtesy of Brampton’s Jakub Fibigr with less than four minutes left in the period for a 2-2 tie.

The Petes regained the lead just 86 into the period as Melee struck again for a 3-2 lead. At 7:48, Peterborough native and Steelhead Porter Martone tied the game with a wrister shot at close range on Petes goaltender Zach Bowen for a 3-3 tie. Brampton was on the attack later in the game as a point shot was blocked. The puck came loose and went to Lucas Karmiris’s stick and he buried it at point-blank range for the 4-3 lead, the first for the Steelheads of the night. They were able to hang on and defeat Peterborough to leave with the win.

Peterborough will get a rematch Friday night against Brampton as the second game of the home-and-home series at CAA Centre. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m.

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City of Peterborough Announces New Director, Economic Development

The City of Peterborough has announced Darryl Julott as the City’s new Director, Economic Development to lead the City’s new Economic Development Division, effective Feb. 10.

Photo courtesy of the City of Peterborough.

“Economic development activities, engagement and promotion are critical to the success of our community and the quality of life for residents,” said Mayor Jeff Leal. “We need to position Peterborough to foster sustainable development. By growing business activity, we can reduce the burden on the residential property tax base, which is essential for the financial health of our community.”

The City of Peterborough is creating an Economic Development Division following the City Council’s decision that the City will directly provide economic development services provided by an external, independent organization until the end of 2024.

“Darryl has a proven record as an exceptional leader, team builder, networker and innovator who exceeds goals and fosters sustainable economic growth,” said Jasbir Raina, CAO. “Darryl will successfully lead a high-performing team in building the foundation of our future and helping to grow the City’s economic development assets. He’s a tremendous addition to TeamPTBO.”

Before joining the City of Peterborough, Julott served as an Economic Development Officer in Clarington, as well as a senior leader at Digital Main Street, where he led strategic programs driving growth and investment, working with almost every economic development agency in the province, and supporting more than 100,000 businesses across the country with their digital transformation.

“I am looking forward to diving right in and immediately connecting and working with businesses in the City of Peterborough to contribute to fostering sustainable development and prosperity,” said Julott. “Peterborough is poised for real, exciting growth. It’s an ideal location for businesses of all sizes. I am eager to meet with businesses to discuss how we can best support their investments in Peterborough and to collaborate on new ideas and approaches.”

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Trent Valley Honda For Its 50th Anniversary Donates $10,000 to JA-NEO For Youth Business Empowerment

To mark Trent Valley Honda’s golden anniversary of 50 years, they have donated $10,000 towards JA-NEO’s 10 for 10 initiative, announced on Thursday.

Photo courtesy of Ja-NEO.

The money is used for youth empowerment through financial literacy, work readiness and entrepreneurial education according to John McNutt, JA-NEO president, and CEO.

“We at JA-NEO are absolutely thrilled to be part of this incredible initiative. Huge shoutout to Monika and the TV Honda team for their generosity and vision,” he said.

“Investing in and supporting JA in our community is investing in the future health of our local economy and our future business leaders.” said Monika Carmichael, Trent Valley Honda dealer principal and general manager. “What a perfect opportunity to align ourselves with the 10th Anniversary of our local Business Hall of Fame, as we celebrate our 50th year as a family business in Peterborough.”

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Peterborough DBIA to Create Memorable Evening With Inaugural 'Love Yourself, Love The Boro' Event For Feb. 13

The Peterborough Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA) is making Downtown a night to remember with its inaugural ‘Love Yourself, Love the Boro’ event from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Feb. 13.

Other participating businesses include: The Vanilla Room, Couture Candy, The Speak Easy Cafe, Sugar Me Right, Watson & Lou, Needles in the Hay, Agave by Imperial, Iceman Video Games, By the Books, T-Elle Boutique, Brothers Pizza, Rawscoes Sports & Collectibles, Cozy Home, Lavender Moon, Naka Japanese and the Holiday Inn. Photo courtesy of the DBIA.

The event has exclusive deals, giveaways and surprises as attendees explore the downtown core. A self-guided tour of downtown businesses runs from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and ends with pop-ups, live entertainment and giveaways at The Venue from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The DBIA has released a Google Map that showcases the participating locations and highlights the exclusive offers and events.

The celebration at The Venue has popups from local artists and vintage vendors such as Em’s Broideries, Of Whimsy & Wonder, Hello Irene, Sarah Crane and Eclectic City.

”Our Love Yourself, Love the Boro event is a really wonderful opportunity for our community to show some love for our downtown businesses while also treating themselves to a special night out,” said Nour Mazloum, Peterborough DBIA executive director. “This event was designed as a way to guide people through all the amazing spots in our downtown area during what is typically a slower season for our businesses. Whether you’re going out with friends, a partner, or just want some self care, there’s something for everyone to enjoy and there are also some exciting giveaways and surprises to discover along the way.”

Needles in the Hay is hosting a drop-in felting workshop where community members can stop by to create a felted heart in their Hayloft space.

"At Needles in the Hay, we've always believed in the power of connection and creativity - as they go hand in hand" said Deanna Guttman, Needles in the Hay owner. “The Hayloft is our new studio space above the shop where fibre artists of all persuasions can come together to learn, celebrate and share their craft. We're thrilled to offer our drop-in needle felted hearts workshop for this event as it's the perfect opportunity for people to explore all downtown has to offer. We couldn't be more excited to welcome community members into our space to create something fun together.”

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Brampton Woman Arrested and Charged With Fraud With Suspicious Deposits

A 38-year-old Brampton woman is facing a fraud charge concerning an incident reported last fall.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

On Oct. 18, officers with the Fraud Unit received an online report from a Peterborough business about suspicious activity around their accounts.

Several invoice payments were being deposited into the account of a person unknown to the business and the account was with a different banking institution than the business used. 

Through investigation, a suspect was identified and the woman attended the Peterborough Police station and was taken into custody on Wednesday.

She was charged with:

• Fraud Under $5,000

The accused was released on an appearance notice and is scheduled to appear in court on March 11.

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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City of Peterborough Encouraging Residents to Officially Verify Their Address On the Interactive myAddress Verification tool

The City of Peterborough is reminding residents that myAddress Verification, an interactive online tool, quickly verifies officially recognized addresses in the city.

The City of Peterborough’s Geomatics/Mapping Division created the tool. File Photo.

First responders use official addresses to locate people quickly and accurately if there is an emergency call for service.

Residents can verify a property address online and ensure that additional units at a single address are accounted for.

Data collected in myAddress Verification are also provided to external service providers like 911 Emergency Services, Canada Post and Hydro One.

The City's Municipal Address By-law ensures that a consistent system is used to assign or modify municipal addresses. Whenever an address in the City is modified or a new address is created, memos are sent to notify stakeholders and property owners. The Search Address Memo tool can be used to find Address Notification Memos issued by the City since 2004.

Residents can explore the various mapping services the City of Peterborough provides by visiting peterborough.ca/maps.

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City of Peterborough Recognizes National Day of Remembrance of the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action Against Islamophobia

In recognition of the National Day of Remembrance of the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action Against Islamophobia, Mayor Jeff Leal has issued a statement regarding the incident on Thursday.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Leal has made the following statement:

I encourage everyone to take a moment to pause, reflect and remember the tragic events of January 29, 2017, when six lives were taken and many more were forever changed in the senseless attack on the Quebec City Islamic Cultural Centre. This act of hate and violence shook our nation and underscored the ongoing need to confront Islamophobia and all forms of racism and discrimination in our communities.

Our thoughts are with Muslim communities here in Peterborough and across Canada as we honour the memory of those lost and stand in solidarity with those who continue to face prejudice and hatred.

As a City, we are committed to fostering inclusion, respect, and understanding. Diversity strengthens our community and we all share a responsibility to reject hate and create a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.

Let us use this day not only to remember but to take meaningful action against Islamophobia. Together we can build a society where everyone feels valued and protected, regardless of their faith or background. Hate has no place in Peterborough.

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Ontario Government Providing $6.2 Million In Funding For Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Treatment Hub In Peterborough

The Ontario Government is providing support for those struggling with addiction and mental health issues in Peterborough by building a $6.2 million new Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Treatment (HART) Hub, announced at Showplace Performance on Monday.

Photo by David Tuan bui.

This new hub is part of the province’s plan to support safer communities by investing $529 million to create 27 HART Hubs across the province while also banning drug injection sites from operating within 200 metres of schools and licensed child-care centres.

“For the first time in Ontario’s history, we are taking a look at the entire continuum for homelessness, addictions, and recovery,” said Dave Smith, Member of Provincial Parliament for Peterborough-Kawartha. “The Hart Hub is a fantastic approach; it means that we are crossing different sectors to ensure that we are providing the service where they need it, when they need it, and at the appropriate level. People can enter at any stage into the Hub, wherever they are, and then progress through. It is the first time that any province has looked at the entire continuum for homelessness, addiction, and rehab.”

Peterborough’s HART Hubs, similar to existing hub models in Ontario that have successfully provided people with care, will reflect regional priorities by connecting people with complex needs to comprehensive treatment and preventative services.

Planning efforts to create the HART Hub in Peterborough are underway and the proposed services to be offered could include:

• Primary and psychiatric care

• Mental health and addictions services including case management, Rapid Access Addiction Medicine (RAAM), withdrawal management, bed-based addiction treatment, and aftercare

• Peer recovery coaches

• Mental health and addictions supportive housing (transitional and permanent) and dual diagnosis supportive housing with 24/7 community wrap-around services

• Occupational therapy

• Vocational services

“The HART Hub investments are the right concept for the right time. Our community, like others, is struggling with high rates of homelessness, chronic mental illness, substance use and addictions and poverty. For people living this crisis, housing is the solution,” said Donna Rogers, Fourcast executive director. “The Peterborough HART Hub investment will offer housing alongside many of the other essential supports that can help people re-establish their lives through housing stability, addiction and mental health recovery and good health. Our community is ready to maximize this opportunity and build on the strong foundations of housing from homelessness that has been established amongst our community partners.”

The 18 new HART hub locations, including in Peterborough, were chosen due to a provincewide call for proposals last summer. All HART Hubs will have the goal of being operational by April 1. Earlier this year, the province announced that nine drug injection sites in Toronto, Ottawa, Hamilton, Kitchener, Guelph and Thunder Bay that are required to close due to being located within 200 metres of a school or licensed child-care centres have been approved for transition to a HART Hub. This brings the total number of HART Hubs across the province to 27, eight more than initially planned.

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Group Sought For Distraction Theft Incident at CIBC

The Peterborough Police Service is seeking public assistance in connection with a distraction theft that occurred at a CIBC just off Lansdowne Place, reported Wednesday.

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Police Service.

The incident occurred on Dec. A 74-year-old woman was approached by a male suspect and was told that she did not finish her transaction. The man grabbed her card and tapped it. Police believe the card was swapped with another one and the victim’s card was used for more fraudulent transactions. Just over $1800 was taken. 

The suspects are described as:

Male Suspect 1:

• Tan complexion

• Approximately 5ft, 5 in tall.

• Brown winter hat

• Wearing a medical mask

• Tan coat

• Black pants

• Brown and black shoes

Male Suspect 2:

• Tan complexion

• Red and white winter hat with a maple leaf on it

• Wearing a medical mask

• Maroon sweater

• Black pants

Female Suspect 1:

• Tan complexion

• Brown hair

• Green/olive sweater

Female Suspect 2:

• Tan complexion

• Purple winter hat with a white pompom on the top. Lettering saying "CANADA on the front of it.

• Grey coat

The group is also wanted in multiple jurisdictions across the province. 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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Otonabee Conservation Launches 2025 Seedling Program Encouraging Property Enhancement With Trees For Landowners

Otonabee Conservation has launched its 2025 Seedling Program, encouraging landowners in the Otonabee Region Watershed to plant and grow trees to enhance their property and mitigate climate change.

MEREDITH CARTER, MANAGER OF WATERSHED MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS AT OTONABEE CONSERVATION, HOLDS A BARE ROOT TREE THAT WAS ONE OF 4,500 TREES PLANTED AT A WATERSHED RESIDENT’S PROPERTY IN OTONABEE SOUTH MONAGHAN TOWNSHIP in the fall of 2020. PHOTO COURTESY of OTONABEE CONSERVATION

“Trees play an important role in maintaining a healthy and resilient natural environment; planting more trees will help provide habitat and mitigate the impacts of climate change,” said Meredith Carter, Otonabee Conservation Watershed Management Program manager. “Last year, nearly 100 landowners in our watershed purchased and planted 9200 trees and shrubs through our Tree Seedling Sales Program. This will translate to approximately the production 106,000 kg of oxygen.

The Conservation offers various coniferous and deciduous trees and wildlife shrubs, including White Pine, Eastern White Cedar, Red Oak, Sugar Maple, Highbush Cranberry, Buttonbush, Serviceberry and Tamarack. The minimum order is 25 seedlings per species.

“Trees and forests also protect water quality in our rivers and streams,” said Carter, “They provide essential habitat for birds and wildlife, contribute to environmental and human health and mitigate climate change impacts in our watershed.”

Pickups are scheduled for this spring with an order deadline of Feb. 24 at 4 p.m.

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