Peterborough Transit Terminal Partially Reopened

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Effective immediately, Peterborough Transit has partially resumed operations at its downtown Transit terminal.

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Three bus bays, all located along Simcoe Street in front of the terminal, will operate: 

  • Bay 5 (on Simcoe Street at west end of terminal) for Route 11 Water 

  • Bay 6 (on Simcoe Street in the middle) for Route 10 Technology and Route 12 Otonabee 

  • Bay 7 (on Simcoe Street at the east end) for Westbound Route 4 Weller and Westbound Route 6 Sherbrooke  

All other routes will continue to operate from their temporary locations for at least a week. 

Transit Ambassadors are available on-site to assist customers during the transition.

Temporary bus stops have been in place since construction began on Aug. 5. Upgrades to the downtown Transit Terminal will eliminate the need for buses to reverse out of the pickup and drop-off locations.

Peterborough Petes End Preseason With Shootout Win Over Sarnia

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The Peterborough Petes finish their preseason on a good note as they got a shootout win over the Sarnia Sting, 6-5, at the Progressive Auto Sales Arena on Friday.

Photo courtesy of Natalie Shaver and the OHL.

Colin Fitzgerald led Peterborough with one goal and two assists for three points. He also scored in the shootout.

Adam Novotný and Gerry DiCunzolo scored their first goals as a Pete. Caden Taylor scored his third goal in two preseason games and racked up an assist.

Braydon McCallum and Matthew Perreault had two assists in the game. Yanis Lutz had an assist, his fourth in the preseason.

Easton Rye stopped 29 of 34 shots and four of six in the shootout.

The Petes are hosting their Season Ticket Member Barbecue on Tuesday.

The regular season begins Thursday with the Petes’s home opener against the Brampton Steelheads at 7:05 p.m. at the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

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Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Acorn30, City of Peterborough, Pride Ride and Kawartha Manufacturers Association

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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…

Local marketing agency Acorn30 recently launched their marketing lab to help people overwhelmed when it comes to figuring out their marketing.

It’s a free hour-long interactive session held each month. It’s your space to step back, sharpen your strategy, and move forward with confidence. Each session is part insight, part working session. It’s designed to help you cut through the noise and get answers that actually move the needle. Check out their first session on Sept. 24 at 12:15 p.m. titled The Comeback Formula: Reconnecting with Leads in a Noisy Market. Find out more at acorn30.com.

Want to learn more about leveraging sponsorships to support community festivals, events, and support your marketing objectives?

The City of Peterborough is hosting a workshop with experts on Sept. 25 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the McDonnel Street Activity Centre. The event will feature Brent Barootes of the Partnership Group – Sponsorship Specialists. This is a great opportunity to build your non-profit, charity, or business and learn from the best. To register, contact Scott Elliot at selliott@peterborough.ca.

B!KE, the Community Cycling Hub, is hosting a Pride Glow Ride on Sept. 20 at 7 p.m.

This is a family-friendly glow pride parade ride with colourful decorated bikes. Participants are encouraged to arrive with their bikes already decked out in colourful lights and/or rainbow decorations. Riders will meet at Quaker Foods City Square at 7pm and ride a nearly 10 km route that is nearly 10 km long with stops at rainbow locations. Riders are encouraged to join the afterparty at Dreams of Beans.

Are you intimidated by AI and not sure where to start?

The Kawartha Manufacturers Association are hosting a series of workshops to help you get a better handle on AI and your business. It will cover topics like having an AI policy so your team understand the proper use of AI that doesn’t put your company’s information at risk or create other issues, engineering prompts that will help you make quick work of daily tasks, customer communication, marketing, and much more. The first workshop titled AI Security and Policy: What every Small Business Needs to Know kicks off Sept. 17. Find out more at thekma.com.

If you want to have your business featured on the Business Beat or know of a business doing something new and interested, shoot an email to joel@pkchamber.ca.

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PTBOSpotlight: Noodles Squad

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Welcome to PTBOSpotlight! Every Friday, this segment showcases a business or organization in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. You will have the opportunity to learn more about the people behind the organization and the work they do for our community.

This week, we are featuring Noodles Squad. It is owned by Jenjob “Jay” Bakker.

Located at 415 George St. N. in Downtown Peterborough, Noodles Squad brings the heart of Thai street food to Peterborough, offering authentic flavours inspired by traditional recipes.

Formerly known as Real Thai Cuisine, Noodles Squad is a second-generation restaurant.

“For years, many of you knew us as Real Thai Cuisine, where our parents poured their hearts into sharing the classic curries and dishes they loved,” explained Bakker. “After dedicating so many years to the kitchen, it was time for them to rest, and for us, their kids, to carry the torch.”

Noodles Squad is Bakker’s tribute to his parents as he takes over the rebanded business but in his own unique way.

“We wanted to honour their legacy while also putting our own spin on the family business,” he said. This is how Noodles Squad was born—a modern tribute to the lively, faspaced world of Thai street food. We refocused our menu on the exciting, quick-fire dishes you find on the bustling streets of Bangkok and Chiang Mai. We now specialize in things we know every Thai food lover craves: crispy pork, intensely spicy curries, and incredible noodles.”

The restaurant’s signature dishes feature “The Savory” crispy pork, Tom Yum noodle soup and Pad Thai. They also have an array of soups, salad, spring rolls curry, noodles and more to bring the Thai-cuisine spirit to Downtown Peterborough.

“We kept the heart and soul of what you loved about our food, while adding the punchy, vibrant flavours of the streets,” said Bakkar. “Whether you’re a long-time friend of the family or a new customer, we invite you to join our squad and taste the next chapter of our story.”

To learn more about Noodles Squad, find it online:


Website: www.noodlessquadptbo.ca
Instagram: @noodlessquadptbo
Facebook: Noodles Squad PTBO

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Peterborough Lakers Fundraising Campaign Gets $15,484.50 For PRHC Foundation

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Through a partnership established in May, the Peterborough Lakers have raised $15,484.50 for the Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) Foundation in a cheque presentation held at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on Friday afternoon.

(From left to right) Len Powers, Lakers board member; Lesley Heighway, PRHC president and CEO; Randy Manning, Lakers Advisor and Pete Dalliday, Lakers director of community engagement. The Lakers lost to the Six Nations Chiefs 4-1 in the best-of-five series in the MSL Finals. Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The campaign encompasses the technology and equipment used in the hospital, according to Lesley Heighway, PRHC Foundation president and CEO.

“The whole $70 million campaign is about equipment and technology,” she said. “There's a number of a different priorities within our campaign but every dollar raised is going toward the campaign.”

Throughout the MSL season, the Lakers sold limited-edition Lakers merchandise, held auctions and held a special PRHC Family Night on June 26 to help raise money.

“There's a saying, ‘The best hospital exists in the most generous communities,’ and that's absolutely true,” explained Heighway. “We're very fortunate to have a very generous community stepping behind this campaign and really helping propel care forward for decades to come.”

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In addition to the $15,484.50, Kawartha Smart Homes surprised the PRHC foundation with a $1,300 donation, five dollars for every goal scored by the Lakers this season.

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Peterborough Man Arrested After Brandishing a Knife During a Road Rage Incident

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A 50-year-old Peterborough man is facing several charges after a road rage incident that involved brandishing a knife at a person on Wednesday evening. 

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

At roughly 6 p.m., officers were called to the Hunter Street West and Aylmer Street area. Upon arrival, they learned that the victim, who was stopped in their vehicle at George Street and McDonnel Street, was approached by a motorcyclist. The latter yelled and spat at the victim, complaining about their driving, then followed the victim to a parking lot in the Hunter Street West and Aylmer Street area.

The motorcyclist approached the car again and brandished a knife at the driver while yelling, including racial slurs, before fleeing the area. The motorcyclist was identified and officers attended his residence and took him into custody on Thursday at approximately 8:30 p.m.

The man was arrested and charged with:

  • Assault

  • Assault with A Weapon

  • Uttering Threats - Cause death or Bodily Harm

  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

The accused is being held in custody and is scheduled to appear in court on Friday.

As the case involves a hate crime element, the Peterborough Police will address it progresses through the court process.

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City of Peterborough Systems May Experience Some Temporary Service Disruptions

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The City of Peterborough is experiencing intermittent disruptions to its information technology network and applications, announced on Friday.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

According to the City, this may affect the municipality’s phone systems, as well as in-person and online services, including the ability to complete payments.

The City regrets any inconvenience this may cause. An update will be provided when the situation is resolved.

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City of Peterborough Hosting Consultation Session For Morrow Park Ball Diamond Improvements

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The City of Peterborough is inviting the public to learn more about planned Morrow Park Ball Diamond Improvements at a public drop-in session on Oct. 1 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Miskin Law Community Complex.

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City of Peterborough staff will be available to answer questions about the project. Residents can provide feedback on the amenities they would like to see in the proposed park improvements.  

A public survey is available online. Hard copies of the survey are available at City Hall and is open until 11:59 p.m. on Oct. 7. 

The Morrow Park Ball Diamond is currently a Level B diamond. Improvements will bring it to a Premier/Level A diamond, including a tension netting mesh backstop and screens, new dugouts, outfield and line fencing, batting cages, irrigation, accessible aluminum bleachers with a media box and sports field lighting to provide consistent light levels across the ball diamond.  

The improvements will extend the facility’s overall lifespan, enhance local programming opportunities and improve accessibility features. The asphalt parking lot will also be rejuvenated.  

Work is expected to be completed in 2026. 

The Ontario government is investing $1 million to help upgrade Morrow Park announced back in mid-July. This investment is part of the province's $200 million Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund. It is a province-wide initiative that helps communities revitalize local facilities, grow the economy and promote active, healthy living across Ontario.

Residents with questions or concerns can also call 705-742-7777 ext.1829. 

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Trent University Launches Double-Degree Option With Doctor of Naturopathy

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Trent University and the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) have launched Canada’s first formalized double-degree pathway, enabling students to earn both a Bachelor of Arts and Science and a Doctor of Naturopathy, announced on Wednesday.

Photo courtesy of Trent University.

The degrees can be obtained in seven years. 

“This agreement with CCNM creates a clear and compelling pathway for students to pursue enriching careers in the expanding field of naturopathic medicine,” said Dr. Cathy Bruce, Trent president and vice-chancellor. “By combining Trent’s interdisciplinary academic strengths with CCNM’s clinical expertise, we’re helping students pursue careers that align with the evolving ways people are thinking about health and wellness.”  

Those admitted into the program start their studies at Trent before going into CCNM’s professional program. Students may complete their training at the Toronto campus or apply to the Boucher campus in British Columbia once they enter CCNM. 

“CCNM is thrilled to deepen our longstanding relationship with Trent,” added Dr. Rahim Karim, CCNM president and CEO. “Together, we are preparing practitioners who will combine a solid foundation in the liberal arts and sciences with naturopathic medical training, bringing benefits to patients and the healthcare system as a whole.” 

In addition to the new double degree, the agreement helps Trent’s Medical Professional Stream (MPS) program with its pathways. A structured 4+4 route provides MPS students with a direct path into CCNM’s four-year Doctor of Naturopathy program, including early admission, housing incentives, and unique opportunities to engage in CCNM research even before matriculation according to Dr. Sarah West, Trent dean of science.

“This partnership combines the unique strengths of both institutions to create a more seamless and enriching academic journey for students,” she said. “The double degree pathway integrates the humanities and social sciences, sciences, and health fields, equipping future healthcare leaders with the interdisciplinary and well-rounded perspective that is essential to meeting the complex needs of today’s communities.”

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Two Arrests Made For Stunt Driving; One Person Charged With Impaired Driving

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Two drivers are facing stunt driving charges in two separate incidents, with one also receiving an impaired driving charge, reported on Thursday.

A 20-year-old Peterborough man is facing impaired and stunt driving charges after a traffic stop in Peterborough early Wednesday morning.

At roughly 2:17 a.m., an officer conducting traffic enforcement in the area of Water Street and Mill Street spotted a vehicle going 90 km/hr in a 50 km/hr zone.  The officer activated their emergency lights and conducted a traffic stop. While speaking to the driver, the officer noticed signs of impairment.

The man was arrested and charged with:

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

  • Drive Motor Vehicle - Perform stunt - Excessive speed

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

The accused was released on an appearance notice and is scheduled to appear in court on Oct. 21.

A 24-year-old driver is facing a stunt driving charge after a traffic stop in Lakefield Tuesday night.

At roughly 10 p.m., an officer was on general patrol in the area of Lakefield Road and Fraser Street.  A vehicle was recorded travelling at 119 km/h in a 50km/h zone. The officer activated their emergency lights and conducted a traffic stop. 

The driver was issued a ticket for stunt driving, a 30-day license suspension and a 14-day vehicle impoundment.

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