Two Peterborough Men Caught Speeding Arrested for Drug Possession Charges

Two Peterborough men are facing weapon and drug charges after a traffic stop stemmed from travelling at a high rate of speed on Thursday night.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

At roughly 10:30 p.m., officers on duty noticed a car travelling at a high rate of speed in the Lansdowne Street area. They located the vehicle a short time later in the area of Townsend Street and Aylmer Street and initiated a traffic stop. While speaking with the driver, the officer noticed drug paraphernalia within the vehicle.

During a vehicle search, officers located a weapon, ammunition and various drugs.

A 39-year-old Peterborough man was charged with:

• Unauthorized Possession of Weapon

• Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Crack Cocaine

• Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Fentanyl

• Possession of over 30g dried cannabis

The accused is also currently on a Conditional Sentence Order, a lifetime Weapons Prohibition Order, and is bound by a Probation Order.

They were further charged with:

• Fail to Comply with Probation

• Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order

The accused has been held in custody and will appear in court on Friday.

A 32-year-old Peterborough man has also been charged with:

• Possession of a Schedule I Substance

They were released on an undertaking and scheduled to attend court on Dec. 16.

Engage with us on social media on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads, Tiktok, Youtube and LinkedIn. Write to us at tips@ptbocanada.com. Sign up for our newsletter here.

Brealey Drive Reconstruction Project Complete and Has Reopened

The City of Peterborough has reopened Brealey Drive to pedestrians and motorists following the completion of its reconstruction project. 

Photo courtesy of the City of Peterborough.

The two-phase construction included modernizing essential underground services, enhancing active transportation options and improving traffic flow and safety for all road users. This resulted in replacing storm, sanitary and water mains, as well as installing new street lighting, concrete curbs and gutters, and a new concrete sidewalk on the east side of the roadway. 

The City awarded the project to Behan Construction Limited. Construction began in the spring of 2024 and was completed in October this year. Accroding to the City, the construction was completed on time and within its budget of $20.7 million.

“This project represents an important investment in the long-term sustainability, safety and accessibility of our transportation network and preparing our infrastructure for future growth,” said Ward 2 Councillor Don Vassiliadis. “Upgrading underground systems while expanding options for active transportation supports our city’s long-term vision for a resilient, sustainable, and connected transportation network. Completing this major infrastructure project on time and within budget is also an excellent example of teamwork across the City.”  

“The Brealey Reconstruction Project has been a long time coming,” said Ward 2 Councillor Matt Crowley. “It was originally scheduled for completion back in 2018, and I heard loud and clear from residents during my election campaign how frustrated they were that it still was not done. Through close collaboration with City staff, we were finally able to get this long-overdue project completed.” 

Significant active transportation features were added, including a new off-street, multi-use trail on the west side of Brealey Drive and dedicated on-street cycling lanes. Traffic signals were installed at Cherryhill Road, Kawartha Heights Boulevard, and Hewitt Drive, featuring enhanced cycling and pedestrian crossings, as well as turning lanes, to improve overall traffic flow. Additional project elements included boulevard restoration, signage, retaining walls, landscaping, pavement markings, stormwater management facilities, and tree planting, as well as a complete rebuilding of the roadway's granular base and asphalt surface.

Engage with us on social media on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads, Tiktok, Youtube and LinkedIn. Write to us at tips@ptbocanada.com. Sign up for our newsletter here.

Ontario Teacher Pleads Guilty to Sex Crimes Involving Minors

Warning: This story depicts graphic descriptions of sexual misconduct involving minors.

Ontario Grade 8 teacher Kelly-Anne Jennings has pleaded guilty to luring and child pornography charges after a court in Peterborough on Thursday morning.

Photo courtesy of the Port Hope Police Service.

The former teacher was arraigned on six charges from incidents in 2023. These included child luring, creating child pornography and distributing sexually explicit material to a minor. Teenage boys who were Jennings’ students were named as the victims.

The 41-year-old was first charged with one count each of sexual interference and sexual assault on Aug. 21 last year. This occurred after police stated that a male student told his mother about inappropriate physical contact with a teacher during a class trip. An additional three complainants came forward, leading to further charges, according to Port Hope Police.

On Sept. 4, she was given several additional charges:

• Distributing Sexually Explicit Material to a Person Under 16 years of age x3

• Luring a Person Under 16 years of age by means of Telecommunication x7

• Access any Child Pornography x2

• Invitation to Sexual Touching under 16 years of age x2

• Makes, Prints, Publishes or Possesses for the Purpose of Publication any Child Pornography x2

A statement in an e-mail was released to parents and guardians following the Sept. 4 charges:

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We are reaching out to share some extremely difficult news regarding a situation that we know will be deeply concerning for our school community.

Late this afternoon, Port Hope Police Services issued a media release indicating that Grade 8 teacher Kelly-Anne Jennings has been arrested and charged with a number of serious charges related to former students.

We understand how upsetting this information is for our students, parents/guardians and staff. Please know that the safety and well-being of our students is always our top priority. We take all allegations of staff misconduct very seriously, and Board staff have been cooperating fully with the police throughout their investigation.

As the matter is now before the courts, and because the allegations involve minors, we are unable to provide any specific details about the nature of the charges.

However, we can confirm that Ms. Jennings has been removed from all Board workplaces and prohibited from any contact with students indefinitely.

Port Hope Police Services is encouraging any further victims or witnesses to contact the Port Hope Police Service in person, via phone at 905-885-8123 or via email at phps@phps.on.ca.

We know that situations like this can be distressing, and we want to assure you that additional mental health support will be available at the school this week and for as long as necessary for any student who may need it.

We also encourage you to have conversations with your children about respecting the privacy of potential victims and witnesses and being cautious about sharing unverified information online or through social media.

To support you during this time, the Board’s mental health team has recommended the following resources:

How to talk to children about difficult news: Guidance from the American Psychological Association on discussing sensitive topics with children.

https://www.apa.org/topics/journalism-facts/talking-children

How do you know if you should be concerned about your child’s mental health: A tip sheet from School Mental Health Ontario to help parents identify signs of distress in their children.

https://smho-smso.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Tip-Sheet-How-Do-You-Know-If-You-Should-Be-Concerned.pdf

Protecting children through education and prevention: Resources from the Canadian Centre for Child Protection on safeguarding children.

https://protectchildren.ca/en/resources-research/#resources

In addition, we would like to remind you that Northumberland Hills Hospital offers a walk-in counselling option for children, youth and adults (aged seven and up) on Tuesdays, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. at NHH’s Community Mental Health Services office located at 1011 Elgin Street West, Suite 200, Cobourg.

24/7 support is always available through the Kids Help Phone at 1-800-668-6868 or by texting CONNECT to 686868.

Please feel free to reach out to me directly at the school by phone (905) 885-4583 or contact126@pvnccdsb.on.ca if you have any questions or concerns.

Thank you for your understanding and support as we work together to maintain a safe and caring environment for our students.

Jennings was released with strict conditions and a surety on Sept. 5 last year. One of the conditions was not to attend a public park or public swimming area where persons under the age of 16 years are present or a daycare centre, school ground, or community centre.

Following an investigation from Port Hope Police, they determined that Jennings had failed to comply with her release order and was held in custody on Oct. 25, pending a bail hearing.

The Crown has recommended a four-year prison sentence. Jennings’s defence attorney requests that she get no jail time but a conditional sentence of two years less a day, followed by probation.

On Nov. 27, Jennings is expected back in court.

Engage with us on social media on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads, Tiktok, Youtube and LinkedIn. Write to us at tips@ptbocanada.com. Sign up for our newsletter here.

Fleming College Hosting Its 41 Annual Loggersports Competition On Nov. 29

The Fleming College Phoenix lumberjacking skills are being put to the test as they are hosting their 41st annual Loggersports competition on Nov. 29 at the Lindsay Frost Campus.

The competition falls under the Canadian Intercollegiate Lumberjacking Association (CILA). Photo courtesy of Fleming College.

Admission is free and open to anyone with a ‘cookie cut’ opening ceremony starting at 8 a.m. The competition begins at 8:30 a.m. and runs until 4:30 p.m. Events include log throwing, wood chopping, pole climbing and axe throwing.

Both the Phoenix men’s and women’s loggersports A teams placed first overall at a recent competition at the University of New Brunswick.

Engage with us on social media on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok, Youtube and LinkedIn. Write to us at tips@ptbocanada.com. Sign up for our newsletter here.

City Holding 2025 Remembrance Day Parade On Tuesday

The City of Peterborough is having its Remembrance Day parade and service at the Citizens' War Memorial in Confederation Square on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until approximately 11:20 a.m. 

File photo.

Organized and hosted by the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 52, Peterborough, everyone is welcome to participate to pay tribute to the courage and sacrifice of those who served and continue to serve our country during times of war, military conflict and peace. 

Those participating in the parade should arrive at Confederation Square by 9:30 a.m. to sign a waiver and take part.   

Rolling road closures will be in place along the parade route from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for the Remembrance Day parade. Some Peterborough Transit routes may be affected during that period.  

The schedule is as follows:

10 a.m.  

• Parade departs Confederation Square, travelling south on George Street, east on Hunter Street, north on Water Street and west on McDonnel Street, where it returns to the Citizens' War Memorial at Confederation Square.

10:25 a.m.  

• Parade arrives at Citizens' War Memorial.

10:30 a.m.  

• O Canada, led by the Salvation Army Band and Peterborough Pop Ensemble, followed by the Prayer of Invocation  

• Hymn, O God, Our Help in Ages Past  

• Addresses: Mayor Jeff Leal, City of Peterborough and Robert Lloyd, President, Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 52 

• Performance by the Children’s Montessori and Preparatory School Choir  

• Placing of the Wreaths  

• Hymn, O Valiant Hearts, Salvation Army Band  

• The Peacekeeper's Prayer  

11 a.m.  

• Last Post 

• Two minutes of silence  

• Lament  

• The Rouse 

• We Honour You, Peterborough Pop Ensemble with Steven Bark  

• Guest Speaker, John Andela  

• God Save the King led by the Salvation Army Band and Peterborough Pop Ensemble  

• Benediction  

• Children place poppies on wreaths  

• March off the colours  

Ladies Auxiliary to Branch 52 will serve an open-faced hot beef sandwich for $5.00 following the service at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 52, 1550 Lansdowne St. W.  To purchase a wreath, contact the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 52 at 705-745-6361.

Engage with us on social media on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads, Tiktok, Youtube and LinkedIn. Write to us at tips@ptbocanada.com. Sign up for our newsletter here.

Trent University Hosting Its 2025 Fall Open House This Friday

Prospective students can explore the campus for Trent University’s fall open house this Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at its Peterborough campus.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The public is invited to explore the student experience, campus spaces and career experiences durign the event.

“It’s important that students find the right fit and the best way to do that is by visiting Trent for Open House. We’ve added an hour to this year’s event so visitors can deepen their learning and connection to the University community,” said Marilyn Burns, vice-president of Communications & Enrolment at Trent University. “Conversations with current students who are studying here and with staff and faculty will help our visitors gain the best understanding of our programs, paid co-ops and hands-on learning, student supports and the overall transformative learning experience we offer at Trent.”

Open House Highlights:

• Register and attend Open House for a chance to win free first-year tuition.

• Learn about guaranteed entrance scholarships and full tuition for students entering with 95%+.

• Tour campus, residences, and state-of-the-art facilities such as the Forensics Crime Scene Facility, Nursing Simulations Lab and the Bloomberg Lab in the Financial Intelligence & Innovation Hub.

• Explore new and popular programs, including Kinesiology, Criminology, Software Engineering Co-op, Forensic Anthropology, and the Bachelor of Arts & Science/Doctor of Naturopathy Double Degree.

• Ask about career-boosting programs, including Trent/Swansea Dual Degrees for Law & Arts or Law & Business and Medical Sciences/Bachelor of Arts & Science, as well as the Medical Professional Stream, which offers eligible graduating students entrance scholarships for international medical schools, including $85,000 to St. George’s University School of Medicine in Grenada.

• Discover Trent’s accelerated pathways for earning a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in less time, including the Business Administration & Master of Management Fast Track, Environmental & Life Sciences M.Sc., and Master of Arts programs in English (Public Texts), Cultural Studies, and History.

• Talk to Careerspace and explore guaranteed career experience and 30+ paid co-ops across the arts, sciences, and professional programs.

• Apply on the spot by visiting the Admissions Team at the Academics and Service Fair.

• Take home some Trent merch with a 40 per cent off coupon for the Campus Store.

• Play residence bingo for a chance to win Trent Cash and secure the first room selection timeslot when residence applications open.

Engage with us on social media on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads, Tiktok, Youtube and LinkedIn. Write to us at tips@ptbocanada.com. Sign up for our newsletter here.

Bonnerworth Park Opening Celebration Date Changed to Saturday

The official opening of the enhancements to Bonnerworth Park has been rescheduled from Thursday to Saturday at 1 p.m.

Photo bcourtesy of the City of Peterborough.

The celebration includes a new bike pump track, expanded skateboard park, pickleball courts and a shade structure.

The new official opening ceremony time will align with a weekend of activities in the park by user groups, including demonstrations on the bike pump track, pickleball courts, and skateboard park according to the City.

The opening ceremony was planned for Thursday but wet weather has slowed down the installation of sod.

Events are scheduled from Saturday through Monday.

Residents can take a free shuttle bus from City Hall to Bonnerworth Park on Saturday and Sunday. The bus will run continuously from City Hall to Bonnerworth Park from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.  

Snacks and refreshments will be provided during weekend events.  

Schedule of weekend events:

Saturday

Bike Pump Track demonstrations, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., with members of the Peterborough cycling community. This will also include a time-lapse event.  

Learn to play short mat bowling, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the McDonnel St. Community Centre. 

Sunday

Skateboard demonstrations hosted by members of the Peterborough skateboarding community, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. This event includes a Skate Jam and a Learn to Skate event highlighting the expanded skatepark’s new features.  

Learn to play pickleball, 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Instruction and equipment will be provided.  

Monday

Learn to play/Try it Pickleball, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Instruction and equipment will be provided.  

Pop-up bike event, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. This event includes bicycle safety checks and cycling tips. 

Engage with us on social media on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads, Tiktok, Youtube and LinkedIn. Write to us at tips@ptbocanada.com. Sign up for our newsletter here.

Trent Excalibur Men’s Lacrosse Punch Ticket to Baggataway Cup After Win Over Carleton

The Trent Excalibur men’s lacrosse team is heading back to the Baggataway Cup after defeating the 12–7 victory over the Carleton Ravens at Justin Chiu Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

Photo courtesy of David Pickering and Trent Excalibur.

The win capped off Excalibur’s season with an 8–2 record, finishing second place in the East Division with 16 points.

The Excalibur wasted no time asserting themselves on the field, jumping out to an early lead. Mason Tardif opened the scoring early in the first quarter.

Trent continued to build momentum in the second quarter with goals from Dallyn Rai, Reed Chamberlain and another from Tardif, giving the Excalibur a 4-0 lead heading into halftime.

Carleton fought back in the third, scoring three quick goals to narrow the gap and make it a one-goal game. Trent’s offense continued to roll again with four straight tallies, two from Adam Hawrelak, one from Tardif and another from Rai.

In the final frame, Trent kept their foot on the gas pedal as Tardif notched his fourth goal of the game off a feed from Rai, followed by goals from Jordan Dool, Nick Fournier and Keegan Detweiler to clinch their playoff spot. 

Following the game, Curtis Conley was presented with the Peterborough Glass and Windows Player of the Game Award, recognizing his six-year career with the team. 

Trent hits the 2025 Baggataway Cup at Terry Fox Stadium in Brampton this Friday in a three-day event.

The Excalibur will open their Baggataway Cup campaign against the Brock Badgers in the first quarter-final matchup at Terry Fox Stadium on Friday at 4 p.m.

Engage with us on social media on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads, Tiktok, Youtube and LinkedIn. Write to us at tips@ptbocanada.com. Sign up for our newsletter here.

Peterborough Man Discovered Passed Out In a Vehicle Arrested For Drug Trafficking

A 55-year-old Peterborough man is facing drug trafficking charges after police were called to a parking lot on Tuesday.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

At roughly 4:50 p.m., officers received a call about a possible impaired driver in the area of Sheridan Street and Hunter Street. 

They found a man passed out, half-sitting in a vehicle that was not running. 

During a search of the vehicle after arrest, officers located and seized:

• 54 grams of Fentanyl

• 15.3grams of Crystal Methamphetamine

• 85 capsules of Hydromorphone

• 14 unknown pills - tablets

• Seven unknown pills - red tablets

• Two knives

• Drug paraphernalia

• Canadian Currency

The man was arrested and charged with:

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

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

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

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

Engage with us on social media on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads, Tiktok, Youtube and LinkedIn. Write to us at tips@ptbocanada.com. Sign up for our newsletter here.

Peterborough Petes Partner with MADD Canada For Thursday's Game Against Brantford

Drunk driving awareness is being spread for Thursday night as the Peterborough Petes have partnered with MADD Canada for their game against the Brantford Bulldogs.

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

A fundraiser is being set up to support the victims and survivors of impaired driving.

Activations for the game will include in-game reads, a MADD Canada concourse booth, a ceremonial puck drop, videoboard commercials and a pass-the-bucket with proceeds in support of MADD Canada.

Puck drop against the Bulldogs is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. at the PMC.

Engage with us on social media on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads, Tiktok, Youtube and LinkedIn. Write to us at tips@ptbocanada.com. Sign up for our newsletter here.