Fleming College Museum Management and Curatorship Students Develop Exhibit Through Lang Pioneer Village Museum

Lang Pioneer Village Museum and Fleming College present Less Work, More Play; a self-guided, interactive exhibit developed by Fleming College’s Museum Management and Curatorship students.

Photo courtesy of Fleming Museum Management, Instagram.

Over the course of the program, MMC students have been working to design and construct the hands-on and self-directed exhibit within the Ayotte Cabin. The exhibit encourages visitors of all ages to explore, play and reflect on the enduring role of leisure in building connections and fostering creativity across generations. Visitors will gain an understanding of the difference between creative pastimes and necessary domestic tasks, discovering how creativity emerged naturally through daily life.

There will be a welcoming address by a student MC with speeches from students, faculty and friends of the program beginning at 2:15 p.m. Guests will then have the opportunity to interact with hands-on activities developed for the exhibit.

The exhibit opening will take place April 9 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Peterborough County Agricultural Heritage Building (PCAHB), located at 146 Lang Rd.

Lang Pioneer Village Museum notes that while the Peterborough County Agricultural Heritage Building is fully accessible, the Ayotte Cabin in which the new exhibit is within is not. Pictures will be taken of the interior of the cabin and interactive activities will be brought out by interpreters to show visitors who are unable to step inside the exhibit during the open season.

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Several Teens Charged With Assault From Multiple Incidents at Lansdowne Place and North-End Parking Lot Involving Bear Spray and Brass Knuckles; Two Teens Required Medical Treatment

Several teenagers are facing multiple charges, including assault, from three separate incidents that saw two teens require medical attention on Tuesday.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Incident #1

The first incident happened around 5:30 p.m. near the food court at Lansdowne Place Mall when a 15-year-old male was assaulted. 

Incident #2

The second incident happened around 6:40 p.m. at Lansdowne Place Mall when a different 15-year-old male was lured outside the mall then struck by one suspect and bear-sprayed in the face by another while other teens watched and recorded the incident. The victim was taken to Peterborough Regional Health Centre for treatment. Through investigation, five young people were identified and charged.

Incident #3

At roughly 9 p.m., officers were called to the Shoppers Drug Mart parking lot on Chemong Road after a report of two masked individuals assaulting a 15-year-old male victim with brass knuckles. The victim was treated at the scene by Peterborough Paramedics. During the investigation, Peterborough Police learned that the victim was the same from the first assault incident and the two suspects were involved in the previous incidents. Officers attended the suspects' residences and took them into custody.

As a result of the investigations into all three incidents, the following charges were laid:

Incident #1, 2, 3

A 13-year-old Peterborough male has been arrested and charged in connection with all three incidents with:

• Assault with A Weapon X2

• Assault X2

• Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose X2

• Assault Causing Bodily Harm

• Disguise with Intent X2

• Unauthorized Possession of Weapon

• Fail to Comply with Probation Order X2

The accused is currently bound to two probation orders with the following conditions: not to be in contact with one of the other accused and not to possess any weapons.

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

Incident #2, 3

An 18-year-old Peterborough male was arrested and charged in the second and third incidents with:

• Assault

• Assault with A Weapon

• Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

• Assault Causing Bodily Harm

• Disguise with Intent

• Unauthorized Possession of Weapon

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

Incident #2

A 15-year-old Peterborough male was arrested and charged in the second incident with:

• Assault

• Disguise with Intent

• Fail to Comply with Probation Order

The accused is currently bound by a probation order with the following condition: to not be in contact with one of the other accused.

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

Incident #2

A 14-year-old Peterborough female was arrested and charged in the second incident with:

• Assault with a Weapon – Party to the offence

The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear in court on May 4.

Incident #2

A 15-year-old Peterborough male was arrested and charged in the second incident with:

• Assault with a Weapon – Party to the offence

The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear in court on May 4.

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Nominations Open For Community Care Peterborough's 38th 'Grandparent of the Year'

City and County of Peterborough children in grades 1-6 can honour their elders through Community Care Peterborough’s 38th ‘Grandparent of the Year’ contest.

Jun Espiritu (left); granddaughter Kailyah Espiritu, Junior English Category Winner of last year (middle) and Danielle Belair, CCP CEO. Photo courtesy of Community Care Peterborough.

Children are asked to submit a hand-drawn picture and a piece of writing that addresses what is important about their relationship with their grandparent, elder or special older person and why they believe their nominee should win the award.

“The Grandparent of the Year Award is a treasured program and a chance to connect generations and reflect on the guidance, inspiration, and value of seniors in our community—many of whom are clients or volunteers with Community Care Peterborough,” said Chris LeBlanc, Director of Donor and Public Relations. “The stories we receive each year are a powerful reminder of the influence older adults have on young people, and we encourage all eligible students to take part.”

Nomination packages have been distributed to schools throughout Peterborough County and are also available for download.

Submissions will be accepted in both English and French and a winner and honourable mention will be selected in each language from two grade groups: Primary (Grades 1-3) and Junior (Grades 4-6).

The deadline for submissions is May 5. Winners will be announced at a special awards ceremony on June 4 at Royal Gardens Retirement Residence.

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Fleming Phoenix Loggersports Athletes Claim Two National Titles

Fleming College is celebrating its performance at the 40th Annual Rick Russell Loggersports Competition as the Phoenix Women’s ‘A’ and Men’s ‘A’  Loggersports teams claimed national titles at Dalhousie University in Nova Scotia.

Photo courtesy of Fleming College.

This is the first time Fleming has accomplished this feat since the Loggersports program began in 1974.

“This is a momentous occasion for our entire Fleming community,” said Greg Jefford, Fleming director of student experience and athletics. “Our Women’s and Men’s teams standing on the national podium together reflects the incredible talent and dedication of our athletes, the elite leadership from our coaches, Al Cavers and Darian Carpenter, and the long-standing strength of our Loggersports program at the Frost Campus.”

While the Women’s ‘A’ team successfully defended their National Champion title, the Men’s "A" team reclaimed the top spot they held in 2023-2024.

The Men’s ‘B’ team placed third while the Jack and Jill team — who competed against Men’s teams — was recognized as the top mixed-gender team.  

Women’s ‘A’ team captain Nicole Roy won the Echo Challenge and Hunter Hill of the Men’s ‘A’ team was named the Canadian Intercollegiate Lumberjacking Association Most Valuable Player for earning the highest individual points of any athlete in the league.

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U11 AA Peterborough Petes Derail Undefeated Whitby Wildcats For Lakeshore League Championship

The U11 AA Peterborough Petes spoiled the Whitby Wildcats’ undefeated season during their best-of-three series, capping off a game three victory, winning 3-2 to capture the Lakeshore League Championship on Wednesday evening.

(From left to right) (Back row) Nash Prentice, Coach Bobby Christie, Jonny Dewhurst, Mason Smith, Brandon Devereaux, Gavin Thomas, Assistant Coach Steve Thomas, Case Hedges, Assistant Coach Jeremy Heffernan, Jack Coveney, Trainer Jeff Taylor and Kaden Grills.

(Middle Row) Oscar Selby, Lucy Christie, Charlie Clements, Jantzen Taylor, Jonah Vogler, Ronan Goselin and Luke Lipscombe.

(Front Row) Nash Bloomfield and Jackson Faught.

(Absent) Assistant Coach Mark Prentice. Photo courtesy of the U11 Peterborough Petes.

The U11 AA Petes had a regular-season record of five wins and three losses for a second-place finish.

The Petes advanced to the finals after inching out a 4-2 win in game three of their series over the Northumberland Hawks in the semifinals on March 10.

Peterborough fell behind early in the final series, being shut out 4-0 by the Wildcats in game one on March 14. The Petes handed Whitby their first two losses in back-to-back games on Monday and Wednesday, respectively.

“This group has shown incredible growth all season,” said Bobby Christie, U11 AA Petes head coach. “Open borders in Ontario Minor Hockey strengthened the league overall, creating stiffer competition and parity across divisions.”

The win gives the Petes the right to compete in the Red Hat OMHA Championship tournament in Whitby from March 27 to 29.

“Their dedication to each other, their work ethic, and their love for the game made this championship possible. I couldn’t be prouder of this team,“ concluded Christie.

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City of Peterborough Mourns Lives Lost From LaGuardia Incident; Late Pilot Trained at Peterborough Airport

The City of Peterborough mourns the loss of two pilots who lost their lives at LaGuardia Airport in New York, N.Y., including one who trained at Peterborough Airport, in an incident that occurred on Sunday night.

City Hall has flown its flags at half-mast to mourn the loss of those involved at LaGuardia Airport. Photo courtesy of the City of Peterborough.

Mayor Jeff Leal has issued the following statement:

“On behalf of the City of Peterborough, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the families, friends and colleagues of the two pilots who tragically died in the incident at LaGuardia Airport. 

"This loss is felt especially close to home, as one of the pilots trained at Seneca Polytechnic’s School of Aviation located at the Peterborough Regional Airport. Our community takes great pride in supporting the next generation of aviation professionals, and we share in the grief of all those connected to this promising individual. 

"I have asked that the City’s flags be flown at half mast. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this tragedy.”

The incident occurred when an airplane collided with a fire truck, killing two pilots and injuring at least a dozen.

The Seneca alumnus pilot was identified as Mackenzie Gunther. According to the institute, he graduated from the Honours Bachelor of Aviation Technology program in 2023. Through the Jazz Aviation Pathways Program, Gunther joined Jazz Aviation immediately after graduation, beginning his professional flying career.

Gunther was the First Officer on the flight, operating as Air Canada Express, from Montréal to New York.

According to Seneca’s website, the campus has already flown its flags at half-mast in memorandum of Gunther’s passing.

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60-Year-Old Peterborough Man Charged With Failing To Stop After Accident

A 60-year-old Peterborough man is facing charges after a pedestrian was struck while lying in the road.

file photo.

The incident happened around 6 a.m. on March 16 in the Stewart Street and Hunter Street area.

The 32-year-old victim was taken to Peterborough Regional Health Centre before being taken to a Toronto hospital for treatment.

Officers with the Traffic Unit investigated the incident and as a result on March 24 charged the driver with:

• Failing to stop after accident

The driver is scheduled to appear in court on June 16.

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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4th Line Theatre Presents Artist Talk Series Wth Patti Shaughnessy and Megan Murphy

4th Line Theatre’s spring Artist Talk series returns on April 18 and 30 featuring conversations with Patti Shaughnessy and Megan Murphy.

Patti Shaughnessy. photo courtesy of 4th line theatre.

The 2026 summer season will feature the remount of Megan Murphy’s Wild Irish Geese, which had its world premiere at the outdoor theatre in 2025. Shaughnessy provided her guidance in the development of the script as an Indigenous Story Consultant and performs in the show in multiple roles. Directed and dramatuged by Kim Blackwell, the show returns after its sell-out run in August 2025.

On April 18 attendees can learn about Shaughnessy’s career and journey through Wild Irish Geese. This free event will take place at the Peterborough Museum & Archives at 2 p.m.

Megan murphy. photo courtesy of 4th line theatre.

On April 30, Blackwell will sit down with playwright and actor Megan Murphy to discuss Murphy’s career and experience writing and performing Wild Irish Geese. The play tells the story of impoverished Catholic Irish settlers who came to the Peterborough region in the early 19th century under an emigration plan overseen by Peter Robinson, a politician in Upper Canada who represented the riding of York and Simcoe. Around 2,500 settlers, mostly from County Cork in Ireland, settled in Lanark County, Carleton County (today Ottawa), and Scott’s Plains; later renamed Peterborough.

This free event will take place at the Millbrook & District Lion’s Community Centre on April 30 at 7 p.m.

Both Shaughnessy and Murphy are direct descendants of Peter Robinson emigrants.

Seating is limited for both events. To reserve seats, call 4th Line Theatre’s Box Office or contact via email.

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Peterborough Man Arrested For Two Counts of Theft In Separate Incidents

A 30-year-old Peterborough man is facing several charges, including theft and probation violations, following an incident on Monday evening.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

At roughly 5:30 p.m., Community F.I.R.S.T Unit officers on general patrol were made aware of a theft in progress at a business in the Charlotte Street and Aylmer Street area. They spotted a man matching the given description walking on Aylmer Street. Officers approached the man and took him into custody.

Several items from the store were located with the suspect and returned. During the investigation, it was learned that the suspect was also wanted in connection with a theft incident from another store on Feb. 19. 

The man was arrested and charged with:

• Theft Under $5,000 X2

• Fail to comply with probation order X7

The accused is currently bound by four probation orders with the following conditions: to keep the peace and be of good behaviour and to not attend the business involved in the incident on March 23.

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

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Peterborough Singers Appoint New Artistic Director and Conductor

Shawn Grenke has been named as the new artistic director and conductor of the Peterborough Singers, appointed by its Board of Directors on Wednesday.

Photo courtesy of Peterborough SIngers.

“I am absolutely delighted to join you as your new Artistic Director and Conductor,” said Grenke. “It is a true honour to become part of such an outstanding musical community and I look forward with great anticipation to making music together.”

He currently serves as Director of Music at Eglinton St. George’s United Church in Toronto, Artistic Director of the Achill Choral Society in Orangeville, and Instructor of Conducting at Brock University. He holds degrees from Mount Allison University and the University of Toronto and is completing a doctorate in Choral Conducting at the University of Alberta.

Grenke takes over from the founding artistic director, Syd Birrell. The latter announced his retirement in November after 35 years in the role, having founded Peterborough Singers in 1990.

Birrell says he and Grenke share a common vision of what it means to sing in a great choir.

“When I announced my retirement, I told transition committee members that they needed to ask themselves what makes us the choir that we are, and what values we treasure most,” he said. “This choir has always been about more than just good singing. It is about building something meaningful in a community and about believing that a small city can produce music that rivals anything in the country. Shawn shares that belief, and I cannot wait to see what he does with it.”

Over the coming months, Grenke starts his role by preparing a program lineup for the 2026–2027 season.

“I am especially grateful for the remarkable legacy created by Syd Birrell during his extraordinary 35-year tenure,” he said. “To follow in the footsteps of a founding conductor is both humbling and inspiring.”

“I am so thrilled to be able to tell you today that the future of the Peterborough Singers looks very bright indeed,” concluded Birrell.

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