Friday Night at Healthy Now a Must-Win for Jr. C Lakers After Falling to Six Nations in Game 3 of Meredith Cup Final

By Scott Arnold

The Peterborough Jr. C Lakers are one win away from being eliminated from the Meredith Cup Final after falling 9-7 to the Six Nations Stealth on Wednesday night.

The Peterborough Jr. C Lakers trail the Six Nations Stealth 2-1 in the best-of-five Meredith Cup Final heading into a must-win Game 4 on Friday night at Healthy Planet Arena. (Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Jr. C Lakers, via Christine Liu)

The Lakers fell behind 3-0 in the opening period before battling back to tie the game early in the second. Brodie Roberts and Kennen Withers scored for Peterborough in the first, with Cardiff Mader and Ryder Evans recording assists.

Ryder Perry opened the second-period scoring with a power-play goal to make it 3-3, but Six Nations answered with a shorthanded goal from Jake Skye to regain the lead.

Perry scored again on the power play at 13:11, with Braxtin Howard and Logan Giroux assisting, before Withers scored his second of the night to put Peterborough ahead 5-4.

Six Nations tied the game with a shorthanded goal from Ryker Powless, but the Lakers regained the lead when Withers completed his hat trick at 7:24, with Howard and Ryder Evans assisting.

Six Nations scored four times in the third period, including two goals from Brian LaForme, to take the lead and hold on for the win.

Jordan Garfat scored Peterborough's lone goal of the third period, cutting the Six Nations lead to 8-7 with 4:26 remaining, but LaForme scored his second of the period with 2:28 left to restore the two-goal lead.

Perry and Withers led the Lakers with three points apiece. Perry had two goals and Withers scored three, while Ryder Evans and Howard each recorded two assists. Roberts and Garfat also scored, with Mader and Giroux adding assists.

The Lakers outshot Six Nations 49-41, while Chase Brown made 32 saves for Peterborough.

Six Nations now leads the best-of-five series 2-1, putting the Lakers in a must-win situation for Game 4.

That game is Friday at 8pm at Healthy Planet Arena, with the Lakers needing a win to force a fifth and deciding game.

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Two Peterborough Natives Headed to Jamaica With Team Canada

By Scott Arnold

Peterborough will have two familiar names on the international stage as Wyatt Wiggins and Owen Hiltz suit up for Canada at the 2026 Pan-American Men’s Lacrosse Championship in Jamaica.

Wyatt Wiggins, left, and Owen Hiltz, both Peterborough natives, have been named to Team Canada’s roster for the 2026 Pan-American Men’s Lacrosse Championship in Jamaica.

The two Peterborough natives have been named to Canada’s 25-player roster for the tournament, which runs August 16th to 23rd in Kingston, Jamaica.

Wiggins will line up on defence, while Hiltz will be part of Canada’s attack as the national team takes on some of the top teams from across the Pan-American region.

The tournament is more than just an opportunity to represent Canada. It also serves as a qualifier for the 2027 World Lacrosse Men’s Championship in Japan, with five teams from the Pan-American region earning qualification for the top division.

Canada will open pool play against Mexico on Monday, August 17th at 2pm ET before facing Haudenosaunee on Tuesday, August 18th at 6pm.

The team will then meet the U.S. Virgin Islands on Thursday, August 20th at 1pm before wrapping up pool play against Argentina on Friday, August 21st.

For Wiggins and Hiltz, the tournament adds another chapter to careers that have already taken them well beyond their hometown.

Now, the pair will have a chance to pull on the Canadian jersey together as Canada looks to make its mark in Jamaica and secure a place at the 2027 World Championship.

full roster for the canadian team set to compete at the 2026 pan-american men’s Lacrosse championship in Kingston, Jamaica (Photo courtesy of Lacrosse Canada)

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Six Nations Chiefs and Peterborough Lakers Rivalry Continues With MSL Finals Schedule Release

History repeats itself as Major Series Lacrosse has released the finals schedule between the Peterborough Lakers and Six Nations Chiefs, with Game One beginning at the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena on Tuesday.

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Lakers.

This is the sixth consecutive season and the 11th time in the last 12 seasons that both teams will meet in the final.

The Chiefs lost only two regular-season games (one loss was via forfeit to Oakville), including one to the Lakers on July 7. The defending champion Chiefs swept the Cobourg Kodiaks in three games in the semifinals to advance.

Peterborough entered the postseason as the third seed with an 11-7 record. They defeated the Oakville Rock in the best-of-five series following a game four win on Tuesday night. Oakville had swept Peterborough in the regular-season series, 3-0.

The winner advances to the Mann Cup. 

The following is the MSL Finals schedule:

• Game 1: Tuesday, Aug. 18 at 8 p.m. @ Iroquois Lacrosse Arena

• Game 2: Thursday, Aug. 20 at 8 p.m. @ Peterborough Memorial Centre

• Game 3: Sunday, Aug. 23 at 7 p.m. @ Iroquois Lacrosse Arena

• Game 4: Tuesday, Aug. 25 at 8 @ Peterborough Memorial Centre

• *Game 5: Thursday, Aug. 27 at 8 p.m. @ Iroquois Lacrosse Arena

• *Game 6: Sunday, Aug. 30 at 7 p.m. @ Peterborough Memorial Centre

• *Game 7: Tuesday, Sept. 1 at 8 p.m. @ Iroquois Lacrosse Arena

*if necessary

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Peterborough Regional Health Centre Expands Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Program With More Nurses

Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) has expanded its Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence (SA/DV) team from two to five specially trained forensic nurses, announced on Wednesday.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The expanded SA/DV team now provides on-site coverage at PRHC seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m., and on-call coverage 24 hours a day, seven days a week through the Emergency Department. It gives access to confidential, trauma- and violence-informed care for survivors of all ages and genders who have experienced recent or historical sexual assault or intimate partner violence.

According to the PRHC, the SA/DV team offers immediate medical care, crisis support, safety planning, and forensic evidence collection, all guided by patient consent and choice. In addition to urgent care, PRHC offers follow‑up treatment and counselling through the Women’s Health Care Centre for individuals who have experienced violence in the past. Services include testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections and pregnancy; assessment of injuries, including those that may not be visible; and connections to community, legal and social supports. 

Working in partnership with local agencies, PRHC’s multidisciplinary team provides ongoing support, including access to social workers and a dedicated domestic violence follow‑up nurse, to help individuals make informed decisions and navigate their recovery at their own pace, said Bobbi Martin-Haw, Manager of PRHC’s Women’s and Children’s Program.

“Our hope, both as an SA/DV team and as members of the Ontario Network of Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Treatment Centres, is that anyone who experiences this kind of trauma and violence knows there is a safe and compassionate place to go for care,” she said. “That should be true no matter where they live, what resources they have or what they have experienced.”

“Regional partnerships and community outreach are essential to making sure survivors know support is available and can access care as close to home as possible,” said Candace Rosenberg, Director, Women’s and Children’s Program. “By working closely with partner hospitals and community agencies, we are strengthening awareness, coordination and access to trauma-informed care across the region. Together, these efforts help to ensure that people who experience sexual assault or domestic violence can access the compassionate, high-quality care they need, when and where they need it.”

Survivors and care providers across the province can access the Ontario Network of Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Treatment Centres 24/7 Navigation Line for information about healthcare options, forensic evidence collection and the nearest treatment centre.

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Peterborough County Hosting Winter Maintenance Operator Job Fair On Aug. 22

Peterborough County invites job seekers to explore career opportunities in winter operations at an upcoming Winter Maintenance Operator Job Fair on Aug. 22.

File Photo.

The fair runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Best Western Hotel, Otonabee Meeting Room, 84 Lansdowne St. E. in Peterborough. 

The event is designed for individuals interested in learning more about a rewarding seasonal career helping keep County roads safe throughout the winter season. Whether you are an experienced equipment operator or considering a new career path, this is an opportunity to connect directly with Peterborough County staff and learn about employment opportunities in winter maintenance. 

Minimum qualifications include:

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

• Valid Class D Driver's Licence with Z endorsement and a clean driver's abstract

• Ability to lift up to 22 kg (50 lbs) 

Attendees will have the opportunity to:

• Learn about Seasonal Winter Maintenance Operator positions

• Discuss training and licensing requirements

• Meet current employees and hiring representatives

• Gain insight into the recruitment process

• Learn about compensation, schedules and position expectations 

“Winter Maintenance Operators play a critical role in helping keep our communities safe and connected during the winter months," said Rod Porter, general manager, operations. “This job fair provides an opportunity for prospective applicants to ask questions, meet our team and learn firsthand what it's like to work for Peterborough County.”

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Peterborough Gets Its Amazing Race Canada Moment

By Scott Arnold

After weeks of waiting and plenty of local curiosity, Peterborough and the Kawarthas finally got their turn on The Amazing Race Canada, and it was worth the wait.

The Amazing Race Canada host Jon Montgomery meets with Keith Knott at Lock 31 in Buckhorn during the Peterborough and Kawarthas leg of the race (photo via the amazing race canada)

Tuesday night’s episode, “We Got The Beaver,” sent the remaining teams through Peterborough and the surrounding area as they tackled challenges, raced between locations and tried to stay ahead of the competition.

For local viewers, there was plenty to spot.

Teams started their Peterborough stop at Rogers Cove, where they took part in a series of cottage games before heading to the Canadian Canoe Museum for a Detour.

There, teams had to choose between two challenges. The indoor option tested their knowledge of canoes, with teams having to correctly identify different boats. The outdoor option sent them to Beavermead Park, where they had to paddle a canoe through a series of obstacles on Little Lake. Teams that had been U-Turned had to complete both challenges.

From there, the race continued to the Ontario Turtle Conservation Centre, where teams had to clean a turtle tank before heading east to Bobcaygeon.

(Photo courtesy of the amazing race canada)

At Kawartha Dairy, teams were tasked with delivering ice cream and butter tarts to locations throughout town. Once that challenge was complete, they were back on the road for the final leg of the episode.

(photo courtesy of the amazing race Canada)

The teams raced to Lock 31 in Buckhorn, where The Amazing Race Canada host Jon Montgomery was waiting with Keith Knott, the beloved former chief and band councillor of Curve Lake First Nation.

The episode also delivered plenty of the strategic drama that comes with The Amazing Race Canada, including a U-Turn Vote that forced teams to make some difficult decisions.

It was pretty neat seeing places that are part of everyday life around Peterborough and the Kawarthas transformed into race locations for a national television audience.

After all the speculation, filming and waiting to see how it would come together, the race finally made its way through our backyard. And judging by how many locals were tuning in, it was a pretty fun one to watch.

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City Receives Receives Second Funding Installment After Completing Housing Accelerator Fund Action Plan

The City of Peterborough has completed all seven initiatives under its Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) Action Plan and has received a second funding installment of $2.67 million from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, announced on Tuesday.

Photo courtesy of The City of Peterborough.

The City has received a total of approximately $5.3 million through the federal program, which supports municipalities in creating more housing opportunities by improving planning processes, removing barriers to development and creating healthy, walkable communities.

“The City shares the Government of Canada's goal of increasing the supply and range of housing options available in our community,” said Mayor Jeff Leal. “Through the Housing Accelerator Fund, we've modernized our planning policies, streamlined development approvals and improved how we deliver services. These changes will help support the construction of more homes, including affordable housing, and position Peterborough for future growth.”

The funding recognizes the City’s work to make it easier and faster to build housing, while expanding housing options and supporting the development of more affordable homes.

“The Housing Accelerator Fund rewards local governments for pursuing changes that cut red tape and build more homes faster. HAF encourages local solutions that create more housing options by driving innovation, removing barriers and incentivizing updates to planning systems,” said Emma Harrison, Peterborough-Kawartha MP. “Peterborough proposed an ambitious Housing Action Plan which included rezoning to encourage the creation of missing middle housing, leveraging surplus and underused public land for housing and embracing technology to streamline permitting processes. The City recently received its second HAF installment of nearly $2.7 million, reflecting the successful implementation of its plan.”

The City’s completed initiatives include:

• Introducing a city-wide Community Planning Permit By-law to replace the City’s 1972 Comprehensive Zoning By-law and make the development approvals process more efficient;

• Reducing or removing residential parking requirements to support more housing options;

• Allowing up to four residential units on eligible properties and encouraging missing middle housing, such as townhomes and small apartment buildings;

• Launching a public e-permitting portal to make it easier and more efficient to submit and track development applications;

• Improving building application processes to support new construction methods and help move housing projects forward more quickly;

• Making City-owned land available to support housing development and partnerships that create affordable housing; and

• Updating the Community Improvement Plan to provide stronger incentives for affordable housing projects.

On June 29, Peterborough City Council approved the city-wide Community Planning Permit By-law, completing the final milestone in the City’s Action Plan within the required timeline.

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Riverview Park & Zoo Inviting Residents to Safely View Partial Solar Eclipse

By Scott Arnold

Peterborough residents will have a chance to safely watch a partial solar eclipse at Riverview Park & Zoo this afternoon, with specialized viewing equipment provided by the Peterborough Astronomical Association.

A look toward the sky at Riverview Park & Zoo, where residents can safely view Wednesday afternoon’s partial solar eclipse through specialized equipment provided by the Peterborough Astronomical Association.

The eclipse begins at 12:53pm on Wednesday, August 12th, with maximum coverage expected at 1:40pm. The Moon will then gradually move away from the Sun, with the eclipse ending at 2:27pm.

Residents are invited to join the Peterborough Astronomical Association (PAA) at Riverview Park & Zoo anytime after noon to take in the event.

The viewing will take place at the Gazebo, south of the fountain, at 1300 Water Street. Members of the PAA will have specialized equipment available so visitors can safely view the eclipse.

The event offers a chance to experience the partial eclipse without having to travel far, right here in Peterborough.

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Lakers Advance to MSL Final After Finishing Off Oakville in Four Games

By Scott Arnold

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are headed back to the MSL final after beating the Oakville Rock 14-8 Tuesday night at the Peterborough Memorial Centre to win their semifinal series in four games.

Thomas Hoggarth comes over to help up teammate Ryan Lanchbury who was knocked down after scoring a goal last night in the lakers 14-8 Game 4 win over the rock (photo courtesy of the peterborough lakers, via David Pickering)

Alex Simmons opened the scoring for Oakville, but Ryan Lanchbury answered for Peterborough less than three minutes later on the power play. Justin Lee then put the Rock back in front before Lanchbury scored again to tie it at 2-2. Thomas Hoggarth and Lanchbury added the next two Lakers goals before Rob Hellyer scored with 4:43 left in the period to make it 5-4 after one.

The Lakers added four more goals in the second. Brad McCulley, Mike Robinson, Alex Pace and Hellyer all scored for Peterborough, while Oakville got goals from Jake Darlison and Alex Simmons to leave the Lakers with a 9-7 lead heading into the third.

Peterborough then put the game away with five goals in the final period. Hellyer scored again, followed by Colton Armitage, Justin Sykes, Thomas Hoggarth and Jordan Stouros. Simmons scored his fourth of the night for Oakville.

Drew Hutchison stopped 48 of 56 shots to earn the win.

Lanchbury led the way offensively with 11 points, scoring twice and adding nine assists. Hellyer had four goals and three assists, while Hoggarth (2g 2a) and Sykes (1g 3a) each finished with four points. Robinson added three points, while Stouros, Pace, McCulley and Armitage also found the net.

The win sends Peterborough into the MSL final against the Six Nations Chiefs, who swept the Cobourg Kodiaks in the other semifinal. The Chiefs are making their sixth straight final appearance and are looking for their fourth straight championship.

The Lakers have been a constant in the MSL championship picture as well. They have appeared in every final since 2014 and have reached 20 finals since 2004, missing only the 2013 final outside of the two COVID-cancelled seasons. Peterborough has won 11 of those championships.

This will be the 11th time the Lakers and Chiefs have met in the MSL final since their first meeting in 2012, with the two teams splitting their previous 10 series. The exceptions in that stretch came in 2013, when the Chiefs faced Brooklin, and 2018, when Peterborough faced Oakville.

Now, the Lakers and Chiefs are set to write another chapter in what has become one of the league’s most familiar championship rivalries.

The championship series schedule has not yet been announced.

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Peterborough Petes Alumnus Signs Three-Year Entry-Level Contract With Vancouver Canucks

Less than two months after being drafted to the NHL, Peterborough Petes alumnus Adam Novotný has signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Vancouver Canucks, announced on Tuesday.

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

Novotný was originally selected by the Vancouver Canucks in the first round, 24th overall, in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft on June 26 in Buffalo, N.Y. He was the first Pete to be taken in this year’s draft.

“Character, compete and a winning mentality, those are three of the things we really appreciate about Adam’s DNA,” said Ryan Johnson, Canucks general manager. “It was a small sample size, but he showed us a lot at our development camp last month in Abbotsford. Besides his strong skating, puck control, and quick release, Adam was relentless in his pursuit of the puck and battled very hard in each drill.  A coachable and honest player, his leadership qualities were also noticeable, and you could tell right away how committed he is to try to do thigs the right way. We are very excited to have Adam sign his ELC and we look forward to working with him in the years to come.” 

A native of Kobylice, Czechia, he was originally selected eighth overall by the Petes in the 2024 CHL Import Draft.

Since 2002, he has been one of four Petes to record 30+ goals and 65+ points in a draft-eligible season, joining Nick Ritchie (2013-2014), Matt Puempel (2010-11) and Eric Staal (2002-03).

In his last season with Peterborough, he scored 34 goals, the second-best behind Kieron Walton. He was fourth on the team with 31 assists and second with 65 points in 58 games. He tallied one assist in six playoff games.

Two seasons ago, the 2007-born forward featured in 41 games for Mountfield HK in Czechia’s top professional league, scoring one goal and adding two assists for three points.

He also featured in 10 playoff games for Mountfield, scoring twice. In 2023-24, Novotný played in 48 games for Mountfield HK U20, scoring 32 goals and adding 27 assists for 59 points. In 2023, Novotný made his debut in the Czech Extraliga with Mountfield, scoring in his first game and becoming the youngest player to score in the league at 15.

Novotný has also represented his home country of Czechia on the international stage, including the 2024 World Under-17 Hockey Challenge, the 2024 Hlinka Gretzky Cup (silver), the 2025 U18 World Championships and the 2025 (bronze) and 2026 (silver) World Junior Hockey Championships.  

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