Peterborough County Warden Bonnie Clark Elected As Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus Chair

Peterborough County Warden Bonnie Clark will serve as the Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus (EOWC) Chair, announced Friday at its Annual General Meeting.

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The Annual General Meeting provided an opportunity to reflect on the progress made throughout eastern Ontario and to look ahead with renewed focus. Bringing together federal, provincial and municipal leaders, the meeting highlighted shared commitment to strengthening the economic vitality, municipal infrastructure, rural health care and overall quality of life for businesses and people in eastern Ontario.

Along with Bonnie Clark, Warden of Peterborough County as Chair (acclaimed), the EOWC also announced Nathan Townend, Warden of Lennox and Addington County as Vice-Chair for 2026.

“I am honoured to continue to serve as Chair of the Eastern Ontario Wardens’ Caucus,” said Clark. “Over the past year, we made meaningful progress, and I look forward to building on that momentum in 2026. By working together with our municipal, provincial and federal partners, we will keep advocating for priorities that matter most to eastern Ontario's rural and small-urban communities.”

EOWC represents the region’s 103 municipalities. Over the past year, the EOWC has continued to advance its strategic priorities, including economic resilience, municipal infrastructure, housing and health care.

In 2026, “the EOWC remains ready to work, and ready to grow with our partners to further these priorities,” the EOWC said in a press release. “Together, we are building a region that is prosperous, connected and prepared for the future.”

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City of Kawartha Lakes Police Seeking Missing Local Woman Madison Card

The City of Kawartha Lakes OPP are seeking the public’s assistance in locating missing 24-year-old woman Madison Card.

*** UPDATE: She has been located safe.

She was last seen in the area of Frank Hill Road in Peterborough on Friday.

Madison is described as:

• 5’6”

• 125 lbs.

• Shoulder length brown/blonde hair

• Might not be wearing a coat or shoes

Anyone with information is asked to call Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

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PVNC Catholic School Board Raises Over $50,000 During Annual Board Wide United Way Campaign

The Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington (PVNC) Catholic District School Board has raised $50,768.13 as part of its annual 2025 United Way campaign.

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The campaign brought together staff and students from across PVNC Catholic through payroll donations and an array of school-based fundraising initiatives. From pumpkin carving contests and soup sales to dress-down and pajama days, spirit weeks and more, school communities shared in the commitment to helping others.

“This campaign is something PVNC Catholic can be incredibly proud of,” said Mark Giunta, Communications Manager and PVNC Catholic United Way campaign co-chair. “Our staff and students see the needs in their communities every day, and they respond with compassion, energy, and generosity. Raising more than $50,000 is a powerful reflection of what we can achieve when we come together.”

Funds raised through the campaign will support United Way Peterborough and District, Northumberland United Way, United Way Durham Region, and United Way for the City of Kawartha Lakes as they provide programs and services that help communities, individuals and families thrive.

“The success of this year’s United Way campaign is a wonderful example of faith in action,” said Director of Education Stephen O’Sullivan. “Rooted in Catholic Social Teachings, our school communities consistently answer the call to care for others. I am deeply grateful to our staff and students whose generosity and joyful spirit continue to make a meaningful difference in the lives of so many.”

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Peterborough Man Faces Several Charges For Paper License Plates On Vehicle

A 45-year-old Peterborough man is facing several charges under the Highway Traffic Act after officers discovered the man had paper license plates on his vehicle.

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At approximately 10:15 a.m. on Jan. 10, the officer conducted a traffic stop in the Romaine Street area near Park Street after the plates returned to a different vehicle in Mississauga.

Through investigation it was further learned that the plates were paper and secured in a plastic sleeve with packing tape.  

As a result, the 45-year-old driver was issued the following:

• Use plate not authorized for vehicle (Highway Traffic Act)

• Use plate no in accordance with Act (Highway Traffic Act)

• Fail to apply for permit on becoming an owner (Highway Traffic Act)

• Owner Operate Motor Vehicle on a Highway – No insurance (Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act)

The paper license plates were seized, and the driver was given a court date of Mar. 23.

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Peterborough Regional Health Centre Launches Emergency Department Streamlined Treatment and Evaluation Pathway

A new Streamlined Treatment and Evaluation Pathway is available starting Monday for patients with minor illnesses and injuries in Peterborough Regional Health Centre’s (PRHC) Emergency Department.

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The online Streamlined Treatment and Evaluation Pathway (STEP) will allow patients to be pre-screened for minor illnesses and injuries, including respiratory symptoms, minor limb injuries and urinary tract infections.

Before arriving at the hospital, patients will be asked to complete an online survey to determine their eligibility for this care pathway based on their symptoms.

Patients who complete the survey and are eligible for STEP will be provided with a confirmation message and asked to come to the Emergency Department as usual. Upon arrival, these patients will check in at the Emergency Department triage desk and show the Registration Clerk their confirmation of STEP eligibility, and will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis by a dedicated physician. Once the triage nurse has verified the patient’s eligibility, they will be directed to the STEP area of the Green Zone waiting room, where they will wait to be seen by a physician.

If you complete the survey and STEP isn’t the right pathway for your care, you will be asked to come to the Emergency Department and go through the normal triage process.

A STEP physician will be available to see patients with minor illnesses and injuries from Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

“STEP is one of many initiatives our Emergency Department has taken on to help reduce wait times and patient length-of-stay,” said Jessica Jackson, Director of Emergency, Critical Care, Respiratory Services and Trauma at PRHC. “We want to ensure that we are able to streamline our patients in the most efficient way possible to improve their care and experience, and with the support of leadership and staff across the hospital, we will continue to invest in these and other efforts to make innovations like STEP possible.”

The STEP survey can be accessed directly online.

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Peterborough Transit Announces Fare Increases, Effective Next Monday

Peterborough Transit will increase ride fares effective Jan. 19, as part of the Peterborough City Council’s 2026 budget deliberations.

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The new rates are as follows:   

Single Ride – Adult

• Current Fare: $3.25

• New Fare: $3.50

Two Ride – Adult

• Current Fare: $6.50

• New Fare: $7

Day Pass (covers two adults)

• Current Fare: $12

• New Fare: $13

Ten Rides:

• Current Fare: $30

• New Fare: $32

30 Day Pass – Adult

• Current Fare: $77

• New Fare: $83

30 Day Pass – Student

• Current Fare: $72

• New Fare: $77

30 Day Pass – Senior

• Current Fare: $54

• New Fare: $58

Annual Senior Pass

• Current Fare: $300

• New Fare: $325

Semi-Annual Senior pass

• Current Fare: $180

• New Fare: $195

Transit Cab

• Current Fare: $4

• New Fare: $4.25

Children ages 12 and under can ride Peterborough Transit for free.  

Transit passes can be purchased at the Transit Terminal, 190 Simcoe St., or at the Customer Service desk at Lansdowne Place, 645 Lansdowne St. W.  

Transit fares can also be paid via the HotSpot App, available for Apple and Android devices.  Monthly transit passes can be purchased through the HotSpot App. These passes expire at the end of each calendar month.  

More information is available online or by calling Transit Customer Service.  

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Investigation Continues Over Shots Fired Downtown Peterborough

Officers with the Peterborough Police Service Investigative Services branch are continuing to investigate after gunshots were heard Downtown Peterborough early Monday morning.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

At approximately 12:51 a.m. on Jan. 12, an officer on general patrol in the area of Dalhousie Street and Rubidge Street heard multiple popping sounds that sounded like gunfire. The officer started driving toward the sound and spotted three bullet holes in a window of 196 Park Street North. 

There were no injuries reported, however, one of the people inside the home suffered a K9 bite when they refused to exit the residence. They were taken to Peterborough Regional Health Centre for treatment.

Through investigation it was learned that several people were spotted fleeing the area shortly after the sound.

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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Details Announced For the 2026 Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects Event

The Peterborough Petes and Ontario Hockey League (OHL) have announced the scheduling details for the Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects event on Jan. 13 and 14.

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The event will begin with Fan Fest on Jan. 13 at Miskin Law Community Complex, wrapping up with the 2026 Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects Game on Jan. 14 at the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

The full schedule for the event can be seen below:

Tuesday, Jan. 13: (free to the public)

11 a.m. - Fan Fest at Miskin Law Community Complex

• Booths include Easter Seals, Rebound Equipment Peterborough, Peterborough Tourism, Petes Store

• Steve Dangle Podcast Network will be on-site recording a podcast

2 p.m. - U16 Showcase Game 1 - Team Tavares vs. Team McDavid (Russelle Toyota Pad)

2 p.m. - Team East Practice (CHE Pad)

4 p.m. - U16 Showcase Game 2 - Team Byfield vs. Team Suzuki (Russelle Toyota Pad)

4 p.m. - Team West Practice (CHE Pad)

4:30 p.m. - Team East Autograph Session (Miskin Lobby)

5:30 p.m. - Team West Autograph Session (Miskin Lobby)

7:05 p.m. - GOHL Top Prospects Game (Russelle Toyota Pad)

Wednesday, Jan. 14:

9 a.m. - Team East Morning Skate (PMC) (open to the public)

10:30 a.m. - Team West Morning Skate (PMC) (open to the public)

1 p.m. - U16 Showcase Game 3 - Team McDavid vs. Team Byfield (Russelle Toyota Pad)

3 p.m. - U16 Showcase Game 4 - Team Suzuki vs. Team Tavares (Russelle Toyota Pad)

7 p.m. - Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects Game (PMC)

Limited tickets are available for the 2026 Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects Game. Tickets can be purchased online.

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Peterborough Artist’s Work Displayed At Art à la Carte Exhibition in Queen's Park

Peterborough artist Lynda Todd’s artwork “Salmon, Salmon, Salmon” has been accepted into Art à la Carte, a curated exhibition program presented by the Legislative Assembly of Ontario.

Salmon, Salmon, Salmon. photo courtesy of lynda todd.

Todd’s art will be displayed throughout the year in the In Camera Dining Room, a private parliamentary dining space located within the Legislative Building at Queen’s Park in Toronto. Art à la Carte features the selected artworks and highlights the diversity of contemporary artistic practices across Ontario.

Members of the public can view Salmon, Salmon, Salmon by booking a lunch reservation in the In-Camera Dining Room.

Todd is a Peterborough-based, legally blind and colour-blind artist whose practice explores environmental change, migration and resilience through textured acrylic painting and mixed media. Her work is rooted in accessibility and inclusion, emphasizing adaptability, movement and survival within changing landscapes. Todd works with adaptive tools and support systems that enable a sustainable and professional studio practice.

To check out Todd’s work locally, the ECCO Art Gallery & Studio in Lakefield features an exhibit from Mar. 4 to Apr. 4.

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Kieron Walton’s Debut Sees Shootout Win For the Peterborough Petes Against Guelph Storm

The Peterborough Petes hosted the Guelph Storm on Saturday, winning the game 3-2 with a shootout goal from newly-acquired forward Kieron Walton.

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Walton led the way for the Petes, scoring and adding the shootout winner in his Peterborough debut. Leon Kolarik gave the Petes their first goal, while James Petrovski, Adam Levac, Yanis Lutz and Kaden McGregor all picked up assists.

While the game saw no goals from either team in the first, the Petes secured the lead with goals in the second from Walton and Kolarik.

In the third, Guelph tied the score 2-2 with goals from Eric Frossard and Grant Spada.

With no goals in the overtime period, the Petes took the win during the shootout with another goal from Walton.

Saturday’s win gives the Petes a total of five wins in their last six games.

The Petes are back in action on Jan. 16 when they travel to Brantford to take on the Bulldogs. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. at the TD Civic Centre.

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