Peterborough Petes Goalie Easton Rye Named OHL Goaltender of the Week

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The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) announced Monday that Easton Rye of the Peterborough Petes is the OHL Goaltender of the Week for the second time this season.

Rye is going 3-0 with a 1.33 goals-against average, .962 save percentage, one shutout and 102 saves. Photo courtesy of the peterborough petes.

The 19-year-old from Peterborough turned in his first career OHL shutout coming out of the break, making 25 saves in a 2-0 win over the Oshawa Generals on Dec. 28. He was back in the crease on New Year’s Day, stopping 36-of-37 as the Petes beat the Kingston Frontenacs 3-1. Rye backstopped the Petes to victory in Owen Sound on Saturday, making 41 saves as Peterborough prevailed 5-3 despite being outshot 44-29.

Rye is 20-8-1-1 on the season with a 2.86 goals-against average and .916 save percentage over 30 games. His 922 saves are the third-most in the league this season. A former fifth round (89th overall) pick by the Petes in 2022, Rye has played to a career mark of 31-26-3-2 with a 3.52 goals-against average and .902 save percentage through 68 games.

The Petes are back in action Jan. 8 as they host the rival Oshawa Generals. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. at the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

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City of Peterborough's Curbside Christmas Tree Collection Taking Place Throughout January

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The City of Peterborough’s curbside collection of natural Christmas trees is underway throughout the month of January.

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Collection takes place weather permitting and does not follow regular curbside collection schedules. Residents do not need to call to request collection.  

Trees will be composted, and all decorations and tinsel must be removed.

Residents are asked to place trees at the curb in a clearly visible location within safe reach for collection staff. Trees must not be in plastic bags. The City asks that residents avoid snowbanks and ensure that trees do not get buried in snow.

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Thirteen-Year-Old Peterborough Male Arrested After Incident at Lansdowne Place Mall

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A 13-year-old Peterborough male is facing charges of uttering threats and weapon possession after an incident at Lansdowne Place Mall on Friday afternoon.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

At approximately 4:15 p.m. on Jan. 2, officers were called to the Lansdowne Place Mall over a disturbance between two groups of young people, which started outside the mall and ended inside after being broken up by security officers.

Upon arrival, officers learned that several young people had fled the area. They then located those individuals matching the description given to police a short distance away. One of the youths was identified as having threatened another teen and was taken into custody.

During a search after arrest, officers located and seized a knife in the teen’s backpack.  

As a result of the investigation, a 13-year-old Peterborough male was arrested and charged with:

  • Uttering Threats - Cause death or Bodily Harm

  • Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

  • Disobeying Order of Court

The accused is currently bound by a peace bond to keep the peace and be of good behaviour. He has also been trespassed from the mall property.

The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear in court Feb. 10.

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Peterborough Petes Lose In Shootout Against Guelph Storm

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The Peterborough Petes three-game win streak comes to an end with a shootout loss against the Guelph Storm Sunday afternoon.

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The first period saw a Petes goal from Yanis Lutz, while Illia Shybinskyi and Leo Serlin were the Storm’s goal-scorers in the second.

The Petes’ Aiden Young tied up the score in the third with just 1:15 remaining.

While overtime brought no goals from either team, Guelph ultimately took the win during the shootout, wrapping things up with a final score of 3-2.

The Petes are back in action Jan. 8 as they host the rival Oshawa Generals. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. at the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

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2026 Waste Management Calendar and Guide Available

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The City of Peterborough’s 2026 Waste Management Calendar and Guide is available online and for pickup at three locations across the City.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The calendar includes collection dates and waste disposal tips to help residents manage household waste. It also provides general information about curbside collection for green bin, garbage, yard waste and recycling, as well as details about the City-County Landfill and the Hazardous and Electronic Waste Depot.

Calendars are available for pickup at the following locations: 

  • City Hall, 500 George St. N., pick up at Service Peterborough, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. 

  • Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre, 775 Brealey Dr., pick up at the main desk, Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.  

  • Miskin Law Community Centre, 271 Lansdowne St. W., pick up at the main desk, 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., Monday to Friday; Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Calendars are available while supplies last, with a limit of one per residence. A digital copy is also available online.

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Northumberland Hills Hospital Welcomes First Baby of 2026

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Hayley Boivin and Nate Hladysh welcomed their baby girl Emma into the world on Thursday at 12:02 a.m. as the first baby delivered at the Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH) in 2026.

Photo Courtesy of the Northumberland Hills Hospital.

Baby Emma is the first child for Hayley and Nate, weighing lbs. 7 oz. and measuring 19 inches (49 cm) long.

“We thought she would be born earlier, but as the day went on, we thought maybe she will be a New Year baby. She just made it into the new year! We are excited, happy and a bit overwhelmed,” said Boivin. “We want to thank Dr. Awad and Dr. Smith, the aestheticist Dr. Radonich and the nurses, Alyssa, Tori and Kristen for all of their care and attentiveness.”

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Investigation Launched of Off-Duty Peterborough Police Discharging Firearm Inside a Residence and Entered Neighbouring Home

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The Peterborough Police Service is investigating an incident in which an off-duty officer discharged a firearm inside a west-end Peterborough residence and into a second residence that occurred on Wednesday.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

At roughly 7 p.m., officers were called to a residence in the Ireland Drive and Ravenwood Drive area regarding a discharged firearm inside a house. The bullet then struck and entered a second neighbouring home but no one was injured.

Police say the firearm was legally owned but not service-issued. It was seized at the time of the incident.

The investigation is still ongoing and at this time charges have not been laid.  

“This is understandably a very troubling incident and the Peterborough Police Service is thankful that no one was injured,” said Stuart Betts, Peterborough Police Service Chief. “Any further details will be released when available.”

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Peterborough Petes Get First Win of 2026 In New Year's Matinee Against Kingston

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The Peterborough Petes open up 2026 with a victory as they defeated the Kingston Frontenacs in a 3-1 afternoon tilt at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on Thursday.

The Petes are third in the East Division with a 20-14-1-1 record. Photo courtesy of Kenneth Andersen and the Peterborough Petes.

Peterborough opened the scoring as the Petes capitalized on a turnover in the offensive zone. The loose puck went to Matthew Soto’s stick. His pass ricocheted off a few players and ended up on Brennan Faulkner’s stick and he scored on a wide-open net for the first period’s only score.

The Petes built their lead just 2:29 into the second as Soto bounced a puck off the half-wall for a breakout pass that somehow ended up on Gerry DiCunzolo’s stick. He corralled it in the offensive zone and scored on the backhand for a 2-0 lead. Kingston got on the scoreboard just under three minutes later as their power play just ended, Alex McLean pounced on a rebound and scored to make it 2-1. In the last 1:40 of the period, Peterborough was on the power play. Petes captain Carson Cameron joined the rush and one-timed it from the slot off an Adam Levac pass to give the Petes an insurance marker anda 3-1 lead.

In the third, Petes goaltender Easton Rye, clamped down and stopped all 14 shots he faced (the most in a period this game by Kingston). Both teams were kept off the scoresheet in the third but the Petes start 2026 with a 3-1 win.

The Petes are on the road for their next game as they take on the Owen Sound Attack on Saturday at 7 p.m. at the Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre.

Join Jeff Leal In Mayor’s 2026 New Year’s Levee Held This Sunday

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Mayor Jeff Leal and members of Council are inviting the public to the Mayor’s New Year’s Levee from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. this Sunday at the Miskin Law Community Complex.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Guests can enjoy an afternoon of free ice skating, snacks, light refreshments, and friendly discussion.  

“I welcome everyone in our community to join me and members of Council at the Mayor’s New Year’s Levee for an afternoon of fun and meaningful conversations about the priorities for Peterborough over the next few months,” said Leal.” The new year promises to bring exciting changes and opportunities to our community. Remember to bring your ice skates.”  

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PTBOCanada's Top 10 Stories of 2025

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It is hard to believe that it has been nearly five years since PTBOCanada owner Kirtus Evoy acquired the business from Neil Morton in 2021. Since then, we have been your source for local news in Peterborough and the Kawarthas and a Digital Marketing Agency.

We could not exist without the Peterborough and surrounding communities and we want to thank everyone for their support as we enter 2026.

Art By Jason Wilkins.

Here are the top stories viewed by the PTBOCanada community, in chronological order.

Dr. Tehmina Chattha Is one of eight doctors at the Peterborough Family Health Team’s new expanded clinic at 185 King St. Photo by David Tuan bui.

Those without a family doctor have a new facility for healthcare as the Peterborough Family Health Team expanded its services with a new clinic that exclusively accepts ‘unattached’ patients at 555 George St. N. in March.

The new clinic space will contain additional exam rooms, allowing it to expand appointments for Peterborough city and county residents who do not have a family doctor in Ontario. Those who do have one are not eligible for care at the clinic.

The clinic has eight doctors, four nurses and a nurse practitioner, who can see approximately 50-60 patients daily.

Mitch Lowes, owner of Flame Spitters Hot Sauce and co-owner of The Back40 Smoke House has his hot sauce available in over 160 locations. His brand has also won seven first-place awards. Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The flavour of slow-cooked meats hit Downtown Peterborough, as restaurant The Back40 Smoke House opened its doors to the public on May 1.

The restaurant features traditional smokehouse cuisine including pulled pork, brisket, ribs and more. The restaurant is an extension of the Mousseaus as they own the restaurant ‘The Back40 Smoke Box’ in Fenelon Falls and Whitby and have a catering business of the same affiliation.

D.J. Rheams with top-prize fish Walter. The catch is a four-pound rainbow trout. Walter had originally jumped over a netting barricade and was caught downriver by unregistered participants. They got to keep the fish but a '“New” Walter was thrown into the canal on Saturday. Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Peterborough’s D.J. Rheams walked away with $1,000 after catching top-prize rainbow trout ‘Walter’ at the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters 36th Annual Under the Lock Fishing Derby.

The 34-year-old caught the four-pound rainbow trout just before 3 p.m. Rheams originally was not planning to attend the Derby until his sister convinced him to participate. The Lindsay-born angler had fished on Monday without catching anything. He almost gave up before he discovered that he hooked and eventually caught Walter.

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The Riverview Park and Zoo’s miniature train closed earlier than usual, shutting down on Aug. 4 to accommodate rehabilitation work on the Water Street Pumphouse and Dam. 

The Dam underwent construction to address concrete deterioration and improve its infrastructure, enhancing long-term functionality.

The Miniature Train Ride crosses the dam as part of its route around the Zoo area. The train cannot safely cross the dam while it is under construction.  

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The Peterborough Police Service has arrested a teen in connection with an incident at the Lansdowne Place Mall parking lot that surfaced from a series of viral videos in early August.

Police say that while there is no specific charge for hate crime in Canada that applies to this incident, there is a hate crime element to this case. 

Tung has opened two Hanoi House locations, Naka Japanese, Electric City Catering and now soon-to-be Mei Mei Chinese Restaurant during her food service career. Photo courtesy of Susan Tung.

Susan Tung, local restaurateur and owner/founder of Hanoi House, is bringing back a favourite in a Chinese buffet called Mei Mei to Peterborough.

Tung is no stranger to Chinese cuisine and operating restaurants of that style since it is her heritage. Her family had previously owned the Golden Wheel Restaurant in the Springville area for several years. It was sold after Tung’s parents had retired.

She opened her first restaurant, Hanoi House, on Hunter Street in early 2020. A second location opened at Lansdowne Street on Dec. 9 of the same year but consolidated all operations to the latter due to increasing overhead expenses incurred from running two restaurants compared to one in July 2022.

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Peterborough’s Cody Sears is $50,000 richer after winning a top prize with Instant Cash in Multi-Win in September.

His winning ticket was purchased at Mister Convenience on Monaghan Road.

Photo courtesy of the Port Hope Police Service.

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

According to police reports, 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. She was given additional charges on Sept. 4.

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Peterborough Regional Health Centre has launched an online Emergency Department wait-time clock that provides real-time estimates of how long it may take to be seen by a physician.

The clock contains up-to-date information on how long it may take to be seen by a physician for an initial assessment.

Photos courtesy of the Peterborough Police Service.

Three suspects were wanted in connection with a homicide that occurred at TVM Towers (Brock Towers) on Dec. 6.

Officers were called to TVM Towers where a man with severe head injuries was located in an apartment. Despite life-saving efforts, the 33-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene.

All three suspects have since been arrested on separate occasions.

As we enter 2026, PTBOCanada is proud to have 88,000+ followers and counting across all our platforms.

A big thank you to everyone who continued to support us and we will strive to continue giving great local coverage of Peterborough and the Kawarthas. We are ready for you, 2026!

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