YWCA Seeks Board Directors and Volunteers
/YWCA Peterborough Haliburton seeks volunteers to join the Board of Directors and committees.
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Submissions For Sites For Doors Open Peterborough Being Accepted
/The City of Peterborough is highlighting its heritage buildings and cultural landmarks during Doors Open Peterborough 2025 which is set to take place on Sept. 13.
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Private and public buildings of cultural and historical interest are open for free viewing.
The event is in partnership with the Ontario Heritage Trust and funded by the Peterborough Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee.
The Doors Open Peterborough Steering Committee is inviting the community to contribute in two ways:
Submit a Site: Owners of heritage buildings and cultural landmarks not typically open to the public are encouraged to submit their properties for consideration in this year’s program. The submission deadline is April 30
Join the Committee: The Doors Open Peterborough Steering Committee is looking for new members to join its team. The committee is responsible for organizing and executing the event. Applications for committee membership are due by Feb. 28
Applications to submit a site or join the committee can be found online.
For a hard copy of either application or more information, email heritage@peterborough.ca or call 705-742-7777 ext. 1488.
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Peterborough's Heads to Get a Little Cleaner With Grand Opening of Hair Apothecary
/The first brick-and-mortar business for pediculosis care in Peterborough is now open as Hair Apothecary had its grand opening on Thursday morning.
Jennifer Ducker, Hair Apothecary owner and founder (left) makes sure her five-year-old son Liam Ducker’s hair is clean with a headlice inspection. Hair APothecary was graduate of Innovation Cluster’s Starter Company Plus Program. Photo by David Tuan bui.
Jennifer Ducker founded the business located at 41 Park St. S. The business does head checks, pediculosis treatment, nit removal/combing, education seminars, take-home headlice kits and school checks. The grand opening event featured demonstrations, information sessions, meet Jennifer and learn more about the business’s mission.
“We're trendsetters here. Places like this are very much in business just in bigger cities so we're the first to do something that is so, so, so needed,” explained Ducker. “There's so many families in Peterborough to help.”
Jennifer says her mother, Cathy Ducker, was an inspiration to open Hair Apothecary. Cathy ran a mobile pediculosis business for over 20 years and Jennifer made the switch from the food industry to the head treatment business which culminated in the new business.
“When you help someone with headlice, it's so rewarding,” explained Jennifer. “It fills up my cup, it's so needed and we're never short of business. It's the next step for me.”
In addition to treatment services, Hair Apothecary is also an information hub. Customers can ask questions, receive guidance and access removal services without fear or embarrassment. The business services Peterborough and the Kawarthas and surrounding First Nations. Jennifer encourages anyone who has questions to come by the storefront.
“We were out in Hiwartha at their Family Centre where we just gave everyone the run-through, what products to use and how to treat the cleanup of your space,” she explained. “We encourage people to reach out and ask any questions, whether the go with our services or not, it's just starting a conversation.”
Jennifer says the new physical location will allow her to expand offerings, including workshops and additional apothecary services aimed at holistic care and well-being.
“The stigma surrounding lice can make it an overwhelming experience for families,” said Jennifer. “Hair Apothecary is here to change that by providing a judgment-free space where people can get the help they need with confidence and dignity.”
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Peterborough Lakers Make Home Opener a Rivalry Night Against Defending-Champion Six Nations Chiefs On May 22nd
/The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers kick off their home opener, a rivalry game as they are taking on the two-time defending Mann Cup champion Six Nations Chiefs on May 22 at 8 p.m. at the Peterborough Memorial Centre (PMC), announced at Kawartha TV & Stereo on Thursday afternoon.
COlton Armstrong, Lakers transition points to the home opener trailer (developed by PTBOCanada) with Lakers staff and Kawartha TV & Stereo employees being played outside. Photo by David Tuan bui.
Both teams met in the Major Series Lacrosse final for four consecutive seasons and also matched up nine times in the last 10 seasons.
“We couldn’t script a better way to open the season at home,” said Len Powers, Lakers Board Chair. “Our rivalry with Six Nations is one of the best in lacrosse, and after last year’s hard-fought final, we know this game is going to be something special.”
The Lakers will release information for individual game tickets at a later date. Currently, Season tickets are available at the Grant Thornton Box Office at the PMC.
The Home Opener gives fans a chance to win a season-long promotion where the Lakers — in partnership with Kawartha TV & Stereo — will be giving away an Ultimate Lakers Fan Experience.
The winner at the end of the regular season will receive the following:
A 70-inch Samsung 4K Smart TV
A Samsung premium soundbar with subwoofer
Lakers playoff tickets
Exclusive Lakers swag
The media event also launched the home opener video (developed by PTBOCanada). It and other Lakers’ videos will be featured during the summer on Kawartha TV & Stereo’s outdoor video screens on the corner of Park and Lansdowne Street.
“Like the Lakers, Kawartha TV & Stereo is part of the fabric of Peterborough, so teaming up with them to bring fans this exciting promotion just made sense,” said Pete Dalliday, Peterborough Lakers director of community engagement and partnerships. We are super excited to welcome them to The Lake Show.”
“We’ve always been passionate about supporting local organizations, and working with the Lakers on this initiative is a great way to give back to the fans,” said Shaun Williams of Kawartha TV & Stereo.
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Hometown PTBO: M. John Kennedy Playing Peter Robinson at the 25th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade On March 16
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This week on Hometown PTBO, David Tuan Bui talks with M. John Kennedy about playing Peter Robinson as Grand Marshall of the 25th Peterborough St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 16, his upcoming roles with the New Stages Peterborough and 4th Line Theatre and Peterborough's popularity with the performing arts.
Peterborough Police Seeking Suspect Who Stabbed Another Individual at a Bar
/Peterborough Police Service Investigative Services Unit officers are continuing an investigation of a man who was stabbed at a Peterborough bar early Thursday morning.
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At roughly 1:10 a.m,, officers were called to The Social on George Street North regarding an injured patron. The suspect had fled the scene by the time police had arrived. The 29-year-old victim was taken to Peterborough Regional Health Centre for treatment.
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 Launches New Interactive StoryMap and Survey for Strategic Growth Areas
/The City of Peterborough is launching a new interactive StoryMap detailing its plans for its Strategic Growth Areas, released on Wednesday.
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The StoryMap features maps and 3D concepts to help visualize key areas of future growth according to the City of Peterborough.
The City is streamlining the development approvals process in areas identified as Strategic Growth Areas in the City’s Official Plan through the Secondary Plan and Community Planning Permit By-law.
These areas include:
The Central Area (Downtown and East City)
Water Street North Corridor
Chemong Road Corridor
Clonsilla Avenue and Charlotte Street Corridor
Lansdowne Street Corridor
Armour Road (North) Corridor
The City says that users can provide feedback on the draft Secondary Plan concept for land use, proposed building heights, parks and open space and priorities for development through StoryMap. Participants can also share comments on how growth and development decisions are made through an online survey and mapping poll.
Information in the StoryMap was shared during a public information session on the City’s Strategic Growth Areas held on Feb. 6, at the Healthy Planet Arena.
More information about this project, including a presentation during the February 6 meeting and the online survey, can be found at connectptbo.ca/planning-for-the-future.
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Peterborough to Host 2026 Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects Game In January 2026
/Peterborough has been selected as host of the Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects Game on Jan. 14 next year, announced on Wednesday afternoon.
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The inaugural showcase brought close to 200 NHL scouts out to see the Ontario Hockey League’s rising stars in an East vs. West format. Peterborough’s Porter Martone of the Brampton Steelheads had won it in overtime for the Eastern Conference.
“I’ve heard so much positive feedback from folks across the league, colleagues with the National Hockey League, our great fans and the players themselves on this exciting event,” said Bryan Crawford, OHL Commissioner. “Brantford was a great spot to launch, and Peterborough presents a tremendous opportunity for the league to build upon that foundation and take this event to the next level.”
Among the showcase is hometown star and Petes’s latest first-round pick in the 2024 OHL Priority Selection, Colin Fitzgerald.
The Petes are eager to welcome fans, scouts and the OHL community to the Liftlock City next January according to Michael Oke, Petes general manager and vice president of operations.
“We’re very excited to be co-hosting the 2026 Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects game with the City of Peterborough at the Peterborough Memorial Centre,” he said. “This is a great opportunity for our fans to see some of the top prospects for the 2026 NHL Draft up close as they face-off against each other. We’re also looking forward to hosting fans from all across Ontario, as we know this game will be embraced by the entire OHL community. This provides us with an excellent opportunity to showcase the City of Peterborough and the Peterborough Memorial Centre. We will be announcing some special events in the future that will be sure to make the experience for both fans and participants a memorable one.”
“Peterborough is home to one of Ontario’s most passionate hockey communities,” said Mayor Jeff Leal. “We are pleased to welcome the OHL Top Prospects Game to our city – an excellent opportunity to showcase our facilities, and our love for the game on a national stage. This event will be an inspiring one for future hockey stars, players and fans and will generate positive economic impact for local businesses and community members. We look forward to working with the Peterborough Petes, the OHL and our local hockey community to create a memorable experience for all.”
Peterborough Petes season ticket holders will have first access to securing tickets for the Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects Game. Other special events planned around the game will be announced in the fall.
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Justin Trudeau Announces Development of High-Speed Rail For Canada; Peterborough Listed As A Stop
/Canada is developing a high-speed rail network called ‘Alto’ in the Toronto-Quebec City corridor with Peterborough as one of the stops, announced by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Wednesday.
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The rail network will span approximately 1,000 km and reach speeds of up to 300 km/hour. Peterborough has been named one of the stops including Toronto, Ottawa, Montréal, Laval, Trois-Rivières, and Quebec City.
The rail claims that travel times will be slashed in half as Montréal to Toronto becomes a three-hour trip.
“Today’s announcement of Alto, a high-speed rail system between Toronto and Quebec City, will transform our economy – drastically shortening commute times for millions of Canadians, turbocharging economic growth, creating thousands of good-paying jobs, improving productivity, and reducing emissions,” said Trudeau.
The Federal Government says this is the country’s largest-ever infrastructure project, claiming it will turbocharge the Canadian economy by boosting GDP by up to $35 billion annually, creating over 51,000 jobs during construction and unlocking enhanced productivity for several decades. The Government continues to say that the electrified high-speed rail will help Canada reduce its emissions and meet its climate targets.
The Liberal government launched a six-year $3.9 billion design and development plan of $3.9 billion starting in 2024-25. This is in addition to the $371.8 million provided in Budget 2024.
Cadence has been selected to co-design, build, finance, operate and maintain the project. They will collaborate and support Alto as work begins on detailed design, Indigenous consultations, land acquisition, and the environmental assessments necessary to enable construction.
This decision results from years of careful deliberations and de-risking, as well as meaningful investment from the Government of Canada, according to a press release.
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Lansdowne Place Evacuated and Temporarily Closed While Peterborough Police Investigate
/UPDATED: 4:57 p.m. 19/02-25
Peterborough Police Service urges the public to stay clear of Lansdowne Place after the mall had been temporarily closed and evacuated for an investigation on Wednesday afternoon.
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