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Peterborough Petes Raise $45,153 For 16th Annual Pink in the Rink Campaign
/The Peterborough Petes have officially announced their fundraising total for the 16th Annual Pink in the Rink Campaign, raising $45,153 in support of Pedal for Hope, a part of Cops for Cancer at the Canadian Cancer Society, announced on Friday.
Photo courtesy of Kenneth Andersen and the Peterborough Petes.
This year’s campaign featured a month-long fundraising effort, including an online donation page, t-shirts, window stickers, and replica jersey sales. The Petes hosted their Pink in the Rink Game against the Oshawa Generals on Saturday. More fundraising took place during the game, with a silent auction, Chuck-A-Pep, and on-ice game jersey auction all adding to the total.
In addition to supporting pediatric cancer research, the Pedal for Hope tour also raises funds to support the Pediatric Family Counselling Service. This program provides much-needed support to families and children coping with a cancer diagnosis, as well as young adults who have surpassed their diagnosis as they transition into adulthood.
The Petes hit the road as they travel to London to take on the defending-champion London Knights. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. at Canada Life Place.
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Trent University Appoints Interim Vice President
/Dr. Mark Skinner has been announced as Trent University’s interim provost and vice-president, effective June 1, as Dr. Michael Khan takes on a new role as president of Saint Mary’s University in July.
Dr. Mark Skinner, new interim VP, Academic. Photo courtesy of Trent University.
Since 2018, Skinner has served as dean of Humanities and Social Sciences, overseeing Trent’s most prominent academic division and playing a pivotal role in faculty renewal, program development, and interdisciplinary growth according to Dr. Cathy Bruce, Trent president and vice-chancellor.
“Dr. Skinner’s extensive experience and commitment to advancing Trent’s academic excellence make him ideal to lead as Provost and VP Academic,” she said. “As a leader, researcher, and educator, he has long been a champion for student success, faculty scholarship, innovative programming and community engagement. We look forward to his leadership in this interim role as we continue to build on Trent’s strong academic foundation.”
Since joining Trent as a geography professor in 2006, Dr. Skinner has held various leadership positions, including founding director of the Trent Centre for Aging & Society and Canada Research Chair in Rural Aging. As dean, he has worked with Dr. Khan to strengthen Trent’s academic offerings in the humanities, social sciences and business. His contributions to University initiatives include Trent’s sector-leading Indigenous course requirement and the research and teaching agreement that is pivotal to the University’s future Seniors Village.
“I love the Trent community and believe strongly in the values that nurture and sustain our exceptional student learning experience,” said Dr. Skinner. “I look forward to leading and supporting our inspiring faculty as we continue to create opportunities for students to explore their interests, expand their horizons and succeed in building meaningful and impactful careers.”
Dr. Michael Khan, new president, Saint Mary's University. Photo courtesy of Trent University.
Dr. Khan has served as Trent’s provost and vice president of academics since 2020. While at Trent, Dr. Khan spearheaded the development of the University’s Academic Plan, guided by 12 core principles to strengthen academic programming, research and student success.
“Dr. Khan has made a lasting impact on Trent’s academic landscape,” said Bruce. “His leadership has strengthened our program offerings, expanded student opportunities, and contributed to a thriving and inclusive academic community. We are grateful for his many contributions to Trent and wish him success in his next chapter.”
“My time at Trent has been a tremendous experience,” said Dr. Khan. “I feel privileged to have worked with exceptional colleagues at an institution that is so agile in its academic planning that we could respond to the changing needs and interests of both students and the professional sector and launch innovative programs. Connecting with students to learn about their goals and aspirations is what drives my work, and I hope the work that we have done here will be as meaningful for today’s and tomorrow’s Trent students as it is for me.”
Plans for a formal search for Trent’s next provost and vice-president, Academic, are in development.
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United Way to Put On Debate For Provincial Candidates This Wednesday
/Provincial candidates have been invited to a debate focused on homelessness in our Peterborough community, held at the All Saints’ Anglican Church from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesday.
Photo by David Tuan bui.
The debate is put on by United Way of Peterborough & District, One City Peterborough, the Research for Social Change Lab at Trent University and All Saints’ Anglican Church.
It will be open to both in-person and virtual audiences. Questions will be sent in advance to all of the candidates, and community members will be able to ask questions in person and virtually.
Homelessness in Peterborough has been a growing issue for several years, says Jim Russell, CEO of United Way Peterborough & District.
“The issue of homelessness and the ravages it has on those experiencing it, cries out, indeed demands leadership, in particular political leadership. We are keen to hear how these candidates will lead our community in ensuring safe affordable, supportive housing for all,” he said. “It is critical that all candidates of each respective political party speak directly to this crisis.”
He continues to state that the provincial government has a significant mandate over housing in Ontario. With an upcoming election, four community organizations partnered to bring an all-candidates debate on homelessness to Peterborough.
“The starting point for any response to homelessness is to adopt a Human Rights orientation to developing community responses” said Dr. Naomi Nichols of the Research for Social Change Lab. “We are pleased to be collaborating with One City and United Way in hosting this event and look forward to the responses from the candidates.”
“More and more of our neighbours are being pushed into homelessness at an alarming rate,” said Christian Harvey, One City Peterborough executive director. “Whoever leads our province next needs to prioritize a plan to address this in a meaningful way. Few issues are as pressing as this in the City of Peterborough and in our province.”
The following are the candidates running for Peterborough-Kawartha MPP:
Dave Smith, Conservative (incumbent)
Jen Deck, NDP
Adam Hopkins, Liberal
Lucas Graham, Green party
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Peterborough Petes Grounded 7-2 to Visiting Flint Firebirds
/The Peterborough Petes did not have the best night as they were routed by the Flint Firebirds, 7-2, at the Peterborough Memorial Centre during Mental Health Awareness Night on Thursday.
Photo courtesy of Kenneth Andersen and the Peterborough Petes.
Peterborough got the start they wanted by scoring early. The Petes forced a turnover with heavy forechecking in the offensive zone. Adam Levac got the loose puck and backhanded it in past Firebirds goalie Nathan Day for a 1-0 lead. Unfortunately for the Petes, Flint scored the following four goals that leaked into the middle of the second period.
Brady Stonehouse got one back for the Petes late in the second on the powerplay from a one-timed shot in the high slot to cut the lead to two. Flint retaliated 33 seconds later to make it 5-2 after two periods.
Peterborough did what they could to try and play catch up but the visitors tacked on a goal early from former Pete Sam McCue on the power play and a late period goal to seal it, 7-2.
The Petes hit the road as they travel to London to take on the defending-champion London Knights. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. at Canada Life Place.
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Peterborough Man Arrested and Charged for Two Instances of Theft
/A 36-year-old Peterborough man is facing charges after two theft reports.
Photo by David Tuan Bui.
At around noon, Community FIRST Unit officers located a suspect matching the description of the male in the theft reports in the area of Aylmer Street and Simcoe Street. He was taken into custody and during search after arrest a laptop and a set of keys from a business were located. Both items were returned to the owners.
The man was arrested and charged with:
Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 - in Canada X2
Fail to Comply with Probation Order
The accused is currently bound by a probation order with the following condition: to keep the peace and be of good behaviour.
The accused is being held in custody and will appear in court on Friday.
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Peterborough Lakers Season Tickets On Sale Starting Monday
/The Peterborough Lakers are selling season tickets for the 2025 Major Series Lacrosse (MSL) season starting Monday at the Grant Thornton Box Office, announced on Thursday.
Photo courtesy of David Pickering and the Peterborough Lakers.
Season tickets grant the following:
Guaranteed seats for all nine regular season home games (No playoff games included)
Exclusive savings compared to single-game tickets
Priority access to playoff tickets
Special offers and promotions for season ticket holders
Be part of the Lakers' passionate lacrosse community
Season tickets can be pre-printed or picked up at Will Call
Passes to Jr. A and Jr. C Lakers games are included
“We can’t wait to welcome our incredible fans back to the Peterborough Memorial Centre,” said Robert Hope, Lakers captain. “The energy our supporters bring to each game fuels our players and helps us strive for greatness year after year.”
Season tickets must be renewed in person at the Peterborough Memorial Centre Grant Thornton box office, open Monday – Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Windsor Murder Suspect Arrested In Peterborough; Another Teenager Also Arrested For Accessory to Murder
/The Windsor Police Service, in collaboration with the Peterborough Police Service, have arrested a 19-year-old suspect, Muhamad Taupan, for first-degree murder and a 16-year-old youth for accessory to murder, announced on Thursday.
Photo by David Tuan Bui.
On Jan. 27, police arrived at 400 block of Wyandotte St. E. in Windsor after receiving a report of an unresponsive man outdoors. Officers located 53-year-old Sean Shuart who suffered from a single gunshot wound. He was transported to the hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.
Police say a preliminary investigation determined the victim was fatally shot following a verbal altercation with another man. The suspect fled the area before officers arrived.
The Windsor Police Major Crimes Unit took charge of the investigation and soon determined that the suspect, initially known as the suspect, had fled the Windsor area. Investigative efforts led officers to Peterborough, where a coordinated operation between Windsor Police and Peterborough Police was initiated.
At roughly 5:10 p.m. on Tuesday, Peterborough Police Service Emergency Response Team (ERT) officers conducted a high-risk arrest in the George Street North and Simcoe Street area in Peterborough.
The teens were taken into custody without incident and during a search of the pair after arrest, officers seized:
Replica pellet gun
Large, sheathed machete
Bear spray
21.5 grams of Fentanyl
Pills
Canadian currency
Digital scales
Multiple cell phones
Further investigative work and a thorough review of the evidence led to the identification of Muhamad Taupan, also known as “TY,” as the murder suspect.
Taupan has been returned to Windsor and charged with first-degree murder.
The Peterborough Police Service has also charged him with the following:
Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking (x 2)
Possession of a schedule II substance for the purpose of trafficking
Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose (x 2)
Carrying a concealed weapon (x 2)
The 16-year-old male — whose identity is protected under the Youth Criminal Justice Act — was charged with accessory to the murder of Sean Shuart.
He has also been charged in Peterborough with the following:
Unauthorized possession of a weapon
Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
Possession of a schedule II substance for the purpose of trafficking
Failure to comply with a release order
Failure to comply with a sentence
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Hometown PTBO: Kelli & Tony Grady of Grady's Feet Essentials Celebrating 40 Years of Business and Their Induction Into JA-NEO's Business Hall of Fame
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This week on Hometown PTBO, David Tuan Bui talks with Kelli and Tony Grady of Grady's Feet Essentials about celebrating 40 years of business, being inducted into JA-NEO's Business Hall of Fame and their roles with the Rotary Club of Peterborough.
Trent University and PRHC Partner For Healthcare Advancement In Peterborough
/Trent University and Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) are partnering to advance healthcare with a new agreement outlining plans to enhance interdisciplinary research activity, leadership training, applied learning and career opportunities and student volunteer opportunities, announced on Thursday.
Photo courtesy of Trent University.
“This agreement strengthens Trent University’s collaboration with PRHC, creating new opportunities to engage in research, share expertise, and drive meaningful impact in healthcare,” said Dr. Cathy Bruce, Trent president and vice-chancellor. “The collaboration is about more than formalizing our work together—it’s about opening doors to new longer-term projects, securing critical funding, expanding hands-on learning for students, and scaling innovations that will help shape the future of healthcare in our region and beyond.”
“At Peterborough Regional Health Centre, we’ve made a strategic commitment to building our teaching and research focus, and our long-standing partnership with Trent University is key to moving this work forward,” said Dr. Lynn Mikula, PRHC President and CEO. “By cultivating our research and innovation partnerships, PRHC will strengthen the patient care and support we offer at our regional hospital for years and decades to come, and offer expanded and enhanced educational opportunities for students pursuing careers in healthcare and related fields.”
As outlined in a new memorandum of understanding (MOU), Trent and PRHC will work together on various initiatives highlighting the two institutions' strengths, including research, leadership development and experiential learning for post-secondary students, according to Trent.
Key areas of collaboration include:
Research collaborations to tackle pressing health issues – including diabetes and seniors’ care – and expand eligible funding sources for both Trent and PRHC
Development of data infrastructure and data governance to support seamless and secure knowledge exchanges between healthcare professionals and academic researchers
Undergraduate and volunteer experience in the hospital for Trent students
Development of micro-credentials on healthcare leadership
Adjunct teaching opportunities PRHC staff to serve as adjunct instructors and clinical mentors at Trent
Sustainability and energy initiatives that help both institutions progress toward reduced environmental footprints
