Eligible Liquor Licensees Can Sell Alcohol As Early As 6 A.M. For Final Day of 2026 Winter Olympics This Sunday

For the final day of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has approved a temporary extension of liquor sale and service hours across Ontario on Sunday.

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Eligible liquor sales licensees may begin selling and serving alcohol at 6 a.m. The standard closing time of 2 a.m. remains unchanged.

The extension applies only to indoor licensed areas, not to outdoor licensed areas such as patios, etc.

The gold medal game for men’s hockey between Canada and the USA starts at 8:10 a.m. EST on Sunday.

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PHOTOS: Special Olympics Athletes Have a Ball At TASSS's Regional Bocce Tournament

Over 100 athletes gathered to compete at the regional Special Olympics Bocce Tournament at Thomas A Stewart Secondary School (TASSS) on Friday.

Crestwood student Sarah Craig, 15 (left), is being aided by Liisa Black (right) as the former slides her ball at the Special Olympics Bocce Tournament. All photos by David Tuan Bui.

There were 22 teams from Peterborough and the Kawarthas that competed at the event. Schools included St. Peter CSS, Crestwood SS, Kenner CVI, Adam Scott CVI, Norwood DHS, Holy Cross SS, and Thomas A Stewart SS at this year’s tournament.

An opening ceremony was held prior to the tournament, featuring TASSS band Tommy and the Stewarts and a performance from the TASSS Dance Program.

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The Tiffany Show’s International Women’s Day Event Returns March 8

The Tiffany Show’s 3rd annual International Women’s Day Party event returns to inspire and uplift local women at The Venue March 8.

Photo by Felicia Massey.

The event aims to celebrate local women, share authentic stories and foster connection, confidence and empowerment.

Host of the Tiffany Show Tiffany Arcari announced prizes, partnerships and vendors for the event at a press conference Friday.

@ptbo_canada @The Tiffany Show’s 3rd annual International Women’s Day event is back; celebrating women in our community on March 8th at @The Venue! 🩷🚺 The free event has limited tickets still available, for more information visit ptbocanada .com #ptbocanada #internationalwomensday ♬ original sound - PTBOCanada

Event attendees are encouraged to bring a menstrual product donation as the United Way’s Period Promise aims to collect 25,000 menstrual products for Kawartha Food Share. Arcari says her own health issues encouraged her involvement in this initiative.

“I remember thinking ‘thank God I can afford period underwear, diva cups, ultra tampons and ultra pads because these things are not inexpensive,’” reflected Arcari. “‘What do women that do not have funds and access to resources do?’”

arcari unveiled her event’s partnership with the united way’s period promise, aiming to combat period poverty in our community. Photo by Felicia Massey.

Last year’s event hosted hundreds and shared stories from local women that inspired and uplifted attendees.

The event runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and limited tickets are still available online.

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Peterborough Petes On Losing Side of High-Scoring Third Period Against North Bay

The goals came on both sides but the Peterborough Petes wound up on the losing end in a 5-4 game on annual Indigenous Heritage Night to the North Bay Battalion at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on Thursday.

The Petes are third in the East Division with a 31-21-1-2 record. Photo courtesy of Kenneth Andersen and the Peterborough Petes.

The Petes struck first as Kieran Walton, on a turnaround bid, shot the puck at a sharp angle, and it found its way in the back of the net for a 1-0 lead. It stood as the period’s only goal and Peterborough led 1-0.

The second frame was all North Bay as Nick Wellenreiter scored 5:07 into the period and Ryder Carey tacked on a score at 12:35. North Bay had their first lead of the night and it was 2-1 for the visitors heading into the third.

The floodgates opened up as Lirim Amidovski extended the Battalion's lead in just 19 seconds. Peterborough answered less than eight minutes later as Yanis Lutz found the scoresheet, creeping up to the high slot from the point to rip it home for a 3-2 game.

Peterborough tied things up as Grayden Strohack went end-to-end and gave a soft lob at the next. It somehow found its way through the five-hole and the score was 3-3. North Bay responded less than two minutes later and added another late tally to lead 5-3 with 2:21 left in regulation. Adam Novotný brought the Petes within one as he showed off his deking ability, setting up a 5-4 game. Peterborough pulled the goalie for the extra attacker but could not tie the game and the visiting Battalion held on for the 5-4 win.

@ptbo_canada The goals came on both sides but the @Peterborough Petes wound up on the losing end in a 5-4 game on annual Indigenous Heritage Night to the North Bay Battalion. #ptbocanada #journalism #fyp #news #sports ♬ Winning - ROKKA

The Petes play their second game in back-to-back days as they are on the road against the Brampton Steelheads on Friday night.

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35-Year-Old Peterborough Man Arrested For Assault With a Weapon After An Incident Thursday

A 35-year-old Peterborough man wanted on a warrant is facing new charges after an incident involving a bat Thursday afternoon.

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At approximately 4 p.m. on Feb. 19, officers were called to an apartment building on Romaine Street between Aylmer Street and Park Street about a man with a bat causing a disturbance in a hallway and stairwell. Upon arrival, officers learned that when several tenants spotted the man in the hallway, he charged at them and struck an apartment door as they retreated to safety.  Officers further learned that the man had returned to his apartment and was refusing to come out.

No one was injured and officers were able to evacuate several adjoining apartments and secure the building.

At approximately 7:30 p.m., officers, with a warrant in hand, went to enter the apartment when the suspect exited. He was taken into custody.

As a result, a 35-year-old Peterborough man was arrested on the strength of the warrant for assault and utter threats cause bodily harm and further charged with:

• Assault with A Weapon

• Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

• Mischief Under $5,000 x2

The accused is being held in custody and will appear in court Feb. 20.

The road was closed for several hours for the investigation.

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The City Invites Businesses to Explore Leasing Opportunities At Miskin Law Community Complex

The City of Peterborough invites businesses and organizations to explore a commercial lease opportunity at the Miskin Law Community Complex.

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According to the City, the lease will enhance and expand services for visitors who use the facility. The space is 104 square meters, unfinished, with floor-to-ceiling windows and is located on the second floor in the northwest corner of the building. It is accessible off the walking track above the Russelle Toyota Pad.  

An interested leaseholder will be expected to commit to a facility naming right within the building to further support the business's marketing and awareness. Naming rights for the walking track and multi-purpose rooms are available to a potential leaseholder.  

Interested parties are invited to submit a written notice of interest to Scott Elliott, Corporate Sponsorship Manager, by email at selliott@peterborough.ca. 

The deadline to apply is Feb. 28.

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Half-Load Restrictions Take Effect March 1 For Most City Streets

Commercial vehicles are restricted to half-loads on designated streets within the City of Peterborough from March 1 to April 30.

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The restrictions help protect roadways during the spring thaw, when pavement structures experience reduced load-bearing capacity due to freeze–thaw conditions.

Half-load restrictions are in effect on the following streets: 

• Airport Road from Sir Sanford Fleming Drive to the south city limits 

• Armour Road from Nassau Mills Road to Paddock Wood 

• Ashburnham Drive from McFarlane Street to Maria Street 

• Ashburnham Drive from Neal Drive to the south city limits 

• Bensfort Road from River Road South to the south city limits 

• Brealey Drive from Parkhill Road West to Sherbrooke Street 

• Carnegie Avenue 

• Crawford Drive from Sir Sanford Fleming Drive to 0.6 km east of The Parkway 

• Cumberland Avenue from Ungava Avenue to Carnegie Avenue 

• Dobbin Road 

• Guthrie Drive 

• Harper Road 

• Hetherington Drive from Richard Road to Woodland Drive 

• Johnston Drive 

• MacFarlane Avenue - from Trentview Road to Television Road 

• Maniece Avenue from Ashburnham Drive to Television Road 

• McNamara Road from Guthrie Drive to Driscoll Road 

• Nassau Mills Road 

• Old Norwood Road from Ashburnham Drive to Television Road 

• Otonabee Drive 

• Parkhill Road East from Armour Road to Trent Severn Waterway Swing Bridge 

• Pioneer Road 

• River Road South from Lansdowne Street to Bensfort Road 

• Sherbrooke Street from Glenforest Boulevard to the west city limits 

• Simons Avenue 

• Towerhill Road from Chemong Road to Fairbairn Street 

• University Road 

• Wallace Point Road from Bensfort Road to Driscoll Road 

• Whittington Drive 

• Woodland Drive

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Better Homes Peterborough Relaunches With an Updated Pathway to Comfort, Affordability and Efficiency

Better Homes Peterborough has officially relaunched its low-interest home energy loan program at a public event, highlighting improvements intended to lower barriers to participation on Thursday.

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Launched in April 2025 by the City of Peterborough in partnership with EnviroCentre, GreenUP, and Kawartha Credit Union, Better Homes Peterborough offers low-interest, fixed-rate financing to help homeowners complete energy-saving upgrades such as insulation, heat pumps, windows and air sealing. The program is available to all homeowners, including landlords, across the city, regardless of income level.

The event featured the story of the program’s first participant to complete a retrofit, Jordan Detmers. Detmers joined the program to finance major energy efficiency upgrades to his 100-year-old rental property in the Avenues.

“The program supported Jordan Detmers to add insulation to the building, improve its airtightness and add a highly efficient heat pump, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 90 per cent and total energy use by 62 per cent,” said Clara Blakelock, Better Homes Peterborough Energy Coach.

@ptbo_canada Better Homes Peterborough has relaunched its low-interest home energy loan program Feb. 19, highlighting an updated pathway to comfort, affordability and efficiency for participants! 🏡 #ptbocanada ♬ original sound - PTBOCanada

“From a business perspective, this made sense for me, and the environmental perspective is very clear,” said Detmers. “Peterborough has always been a bit of a green city, so the fact that Mayor Leal and his team are taking leadership on this is fantastic.”

Whether residents are looking to reduce their energy bills, improve year-round comfort, or take meaningful climate action at home, Better Homes Peterborough brings together financing, incentives, energy coaching and expert guidance in one place.

“Since its launch last year, this program has helped homeowners to take climate action, save on injury costs and make it easier for finance retrofits further homes,” said Mayor Jeff Leal. “Whether they're looking to add a heat pump, solar panels, insulation or other measures, homeowners can access loans at a very low interest rates, and pay it back over time through their property tax bill, or through a third-party lender. Better Homes Peterborough has enhanced their program by making it easier to qualify, and by significantly boosting the financial incentives and rebates offered to those who participate.”

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Peterborough Kinsmen Club Makes Numerous Community Donations

The Kinsmen Club of Peterborough presented a total of $52,500 to several organizations to support the citizens of Peterborough during the annual Founder’s Night Gala on Feb. 18.

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The annual event at the Air Force Association 428 Wing honours the founding of Kin Canada in February 1920 by Hal Rogers and celebrates more than a century of volunteer service and community impact.

“Founder’s Night is an opportunity to reflect on our history, celebrate our commitment to service, and recognize the partnerships that make our work possible,” said Bob Hall, keynote speaker, Club Vice President and National Board member. “We are proud to continue the Kin tradition of improving lives and strengthening our communities.”

A highlight of the gala was ten cheque presentations totalling $52,500. In addition, the Club celebrated its broader philanthropic impact. Through the success of Kinsmen Super TV Bingo, Hall Bingo, and the Fathers’ Day Car Show, the Kinsmen will donate $100,000 to support the citizens of Peterborough, while helping raise an additional $750,000 for communities across Central Eastern Ontario.

The Club supports organizations that provide vital services locally and nationally:

• Kin Canada Foundation - $1,000 

• Hal Rogers Endowment Fund - $1,500 

• Cystic Fibrosis Canada - $5,000 

• Brock Mission - $5,000 

• YMCA of Central East Ontario Strong Kids Campaign - $5,000 

• Kawartha Food Share - $5,000 

• Down Syndrome Association of Peterborough - $5,000 

• Hospice Peterborough - $5,000 

• Ross Memorial Hospital Foundation - $10,000 

• Peterborough Regional Health Centre Foundation - $10,000

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City of Peterborough’s Corporate Accessibility Policy Seeking Public Contributions and Input

The City of Peterborough is inviting residents to provide input into its Corporate Accessibility Policy update.

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According to the City, the Corporate Accessibility Policy will help strengthen and standardize accessible service delivery across all City departments. By providing staff with consistent guidance and improving procedural access to City services, the policy promotes equity, inclusion and customer-focused service. 

The update ensures the City continues to meet current accessibility legislation, adopts modern best practices, and applies accessibility principles consistently across all City programs, services, and operations. 

Residents can review the proposed policy and share their thoughts through the Connect Peterborough page.

The draft policy can be viewed under the ‘documents’ section on the webpage. Comments can be submitted directly through the online portal. 

Any feedback received will be used to inform the final policy and revise language where necessary. All comments will be reviewed by the Program Manager of Accessibility Standards and Integration and the Accessibility Advisory Committee before the policy is presented to City Council for final review. 

The public comment period will remain active until Feb. 27. 

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