Sass Jordan Dies at 65, Just Months After Performing at Peterborough Musicfest

By Scott Arnold

Canadian rock singer Sass Jordan, whose powerful voice made her one of the country's most recognizable performers, has died at the age of 65.

sass jordan waves to crowd at del crary park during her July 8th, 2026, performance at peterborough musicfest (photo courtesy of peterborough musicfest, via david pickering)

Jordan’s death was announced on her social media on Saturday. According to the announcement, she passed away peacefully on Friday, October 2nd, surrounded by her family. No cause of death has been released.

For Peterborough music fans, Jordan’s passing hits close to home. She played one of her final concerts at Peterborough Musicfest on July 8th at Del Crary Park, marking her third appearance at the summer concert series.

Jordan previously performed at Musicfest in 2000 and again in 2015.

Born Sarah Jordan in Birmingham, England, and raised in Montreal, Jordan became one of Canada’s best-known rock singers. Her debut album, Tell Somebody, was released in 1988, with the title track earning her a Juno Award for Most Promising Female Vocalist in 1989.

Her career would span more than four decades and include hit songs such as “Make You a Believer,” “High Road Easy” and “So Hard,” as well as acting and television work. She was also a judge on all six seasons of Canadian Idol.

Jordan continued performing and recording throughout her career. Her final release was Live in New York Ninety-Four, a 2023 live album recorded during a 1994 tour that featured Taylor Hawkins on drums.

She leaves behind a legacy as one of Canada's most recognizable rock voices, and for those who saw her at Del Crary Park this summer, a final Peterborough performance to remember.

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Canada Rolls Past Jamaica at Pan-American Sixes Lacrosse Championship as Players With Local Connections Continue to Shine

By Scott Arnold

Erica Evans wasted no time making an impact for Team Canada once again, scoring just 10 seconds into Friday night’s 28-6 win over Jamaica at the 2026 Pan-American Sixes Lacrosse Championship in Oshawa.

after a five goal performance against jamaica on Friday night, peterborough native erica evans now has 12 points through Canada’s first two games at the Pan-American Sixes Lacrosse Championship (photo via instagram @worldlacrosse)

The Peterborough native finished with five goals in the win, including three in the opening quarter as Canada jumped out to a 13-3 lead.

Madalyn Baxter and Nicole Perroni, members of the Peterborough Lakers’ 2026 WMSL championship-winning team, are also part of Canada’s lineup, along with Kylea Dobson and Maggie Cuddy of the Trent Excalibur. Baxter also plays for the Excalibur.

Perroni matched Evans with five goals and added an assist, while Baxter scored twice and added two assists.

Dobson added a goal, while Cuddy found the back of the net twice and picked up an assist.

The local connections combined for 15 goals and four assists in the win, giving the five players a total of 31 goals and 11 assists for 42 points through two games.

The win guarantees Canada a spot in the medal round and also secured the team’s qualification for the inaugural 2027 World Lacrosse Sixes Championships.

Canada will face their preliminary play on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. against the Haudenosaunee at Oshawa Civic Fields, with the medal games set to take place on Sunday. Anyone who can’t make it to the game can watch it online through World Lacrosse TV.

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Petes Rally Falls Short As Kingston Holds On For 5-3 Win

By Scott Arnold

The Peterborough Petes dominated the third period and outshot Kingston 22-6, but a five-goal deficit through 40 minutes proved too much to overcome as they fell 5-3 to the Frontenacs Friday night.

The loss drops the Petes to 2-5 on the season.

Kingston opened the scoring midway through the first period when Matthew Henderson found the back of the net, and André Mondoux doubled the lead a few minutes later.

Leon Kolarik got the Petes on the board with just three seconds left in the opening period, scoring with assists from Grayden Strohack and Mason Minsky, who picked up his first career OHL point.

Noah Snyder restored the Frontenacs two-goal lead 4:16 into the second before Nolan Buttar scored just 21 seconds later to make it 4-1. Adam Kelly then added another with just 14 seconds left in the period.

Kingston carried a 5-1 lead into the third period.

The Petes came out flying in the final frame. Mason Minsky scored his first OHL to cut the deficit to three just 1:34 into the period, assisted by Aiden Young and Landon Roulston, before Cooper Dennis scored at 13:42 with Kolarik picking up the assist.

Peterborough continued to pressure Kingston and finished the third with a 22-6 advantage in shots.

Yanis Lutz appeared to bring the Petes within one with 2:04 remaining, but the goal was waved off for goaltender interference.

Matthew Koprowski made his first start for the Petes after being acquired from Owen Sound on Thursday. He stopped 17 of 22 shots through two periods before Masen Johnston took over for the third and stopped all six shots he faced.

The Petes went 0-for-3 on the power play, while Kingston went 1-for-1.

Petes Scoring: Leon Kolarik (1G, 1A), Mason Minsky (1G, 1A), Cooper Dennis (1G), Grayden Strohack (1A), Aiden Young (1A), Landon Roulston (1A)

The Petes are on a northern road swing next week, starting on Thursday in Sudbury, followed by a trip to Sault Ste. Marie on Saturday and then wrapping things up on Monday with a 2pm Thanksgiving matinee in North Bay. Their next home game is set for Thursday, October 15th, against North Bay.

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Living Local Marketplace Nominated For Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters' Ontario Made Awards

Artisanal shop Living Local Marketplace is receiving province-wide recognition after being nominated for the sixth-annual Ontario Made Awards through the Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME).

Alicia Doris, Living Local Marketplace owner during the one-year anniversary ribbon-cutting ceremony of her business in 2022 since COVID-19 disallowed her to do a grand opening event. Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Living Local Marketplace was nominated for the ‘Retailer Spotlight Award’ alongside Dundas-based retailer ‘ellënoire’ and Amherstburg-based year-round market, ‘The Farm House Market.’

The award recognizes retailers that strengthen Ontario’s manufacturing industry by sourcing Ontario-made products and building strong relationships with local manufacturers, according to CME.

The finalists were selected following a public voting period that ran from Aug. 10 to Sept. 30, with over 81,000 votes cast across three award categories.

“The Ontario Made Awards shine a spotlight on the businesses behind the products Ontarians use every day, and the people helping to build a stronger manufacturing sector across our province. That recognition matters, and so does creating opportunities for businesses to connect and grow together. Through Ontario Made, we are helping manufacturers build valuable B2B relationships, discover new suppliers and strengthen supply chains here in Ontario. We look forward to celebrating this year’s finalists and the important contributions they are making to our economy,” said Dennis Darby, President & CEO of Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME)

Living Local Marketplace is owned by Alicia Doris, who began the business after becoming unemployed at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in March of 2020.

Originally a passion project that spring, Living Local Marketplace began as a seasonal subscription box that shared the work of artisans and small businesses in The Kawarthas. It pivoted to an online gift box shop that fall because demand increased.

Her shop sells locally created artisanal goods, including housewares, personal care and hygiene products and newly added gourmet goods. Customers can create customizable gift boxes that can be picked up or delivered from local artisans. She opened a brick-and-mortar store in response to growing demand and customer requests.

Winners are revealed on Dec. 1.

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Ontario Minimum Wage Increased to $17.95

To support over 700,000 workers, the Ontario Government has raised the minimum wage from $17.60 to $17.95 an hour, effective immediately.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

This annual increase, tied to Ontario’s Consumer Price Index at 1.9 percent, helps ensure wages continue to reflect economic conditions while protecting workers and providing businesses with greater stability according to Trevor Jones, Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development.

“Ontario’s workforce is our greatest advantage, and their hard work, skill and dedication keep our province moving forward every day,” he said. “As families and workers face higher costs and businesses navigate changing trade environments, today’s minimum wage increase will help workers keep pace with global economic uncertainty while maintaining a predictable approach that businesses can plan for.”

Those earning the general minimum wage and working 40 hours per week will see an annual pay increase of approximately $728.

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Sherbrooke Street Closure Between Brealey Drive and Denure Drive Starting Monday Until Oct. 30

Sherbrooke Street, between Brealey Drive and Denure Drive, will be closed on Monday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Oct. 30 for underground servicing work. 

Photo courtesy of the City of Peterborough.

Pedestrian access between Brealey Drive and the walkway connection to Sunnylea Street will be maintained along the south side of Sherbrooke Street during the closure. 

Access to residences and properties within the closure area will generally be maintained; however, temporary driveway access disruptions may be required as work progresses. The City will contact affected residents before any planned impacts. 

Motorists are advised to follow posted detour routes and allow extra time when travelling through the area. 

Eastbound traffic on Sherbrooke Street will be detoured using one of the following routes: 

• South on Brealey Drive 

• East on Lansdowne Street West 

• Northeast on Clonsilla Avenue 

• West on Sherbrooke Street 

or: 

• North on Brealey Drive 

• East on Parkhill Road West 

• South on Medical Drive 

• West on Sherbrooke Street 

Westbound traffic on Sherbrooke Street will be detoured: 

• North on Medical Drive 

• West on Parkhill Road West 

• South on Brealey Drive 

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Peterborough Man Arrested For Lunging at People With a Folding Knife

A 64-year-old Peterborough man wanted on warrants is facing a new charge of possessing a dangerous weapon after a concerned resident called police on Thursday.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

At roughly 7 p.m., Community F.I.R.S.T. officers were called to the area of Lansdowne Street and Goodfellow Road about a man with a knife lunging at people. Officers were directed to a man matching the description given to police and took him into custody. During a search after arrest, officers found and seized a folding knife in the man’s pocket. No one was injured in the incident.

The man was arrested on the strength of the warrant for assault with a weapon, uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm and possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose and further charged with:

• Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose

The accused was held in custody and appeared in court on Friday.

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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Chemong Lodge Bringing Back Party Energy With Big Halloween Bash

By Scott Arnold

After bringing the party to life with its sold-out Après-Ski events, Chemong Lodge is getting ready to do it all over again with a Halloween bash.

Chemong Lodge will transform into a Halloween party with DJ Muddler back behind the decks and a best-dressed costume competition planned for the night.

The Haunted House on Hunter takes over the Lodge at 764 Hunter St. in Bridgenorth on Friday, October 30th, with DJ Muddler back behind the decks for a night of dancing, costumes and Halloween fun.

Muddler previously helped turn the Lodge into a packed dance floor during the Après-Ski parties, and he’ll be back for the Halloween event from 7pm to midnight.

The best-dressed competition is also returning, giving guests a chance to show off their Halloween costumes with prizes and bragging rights on the line.

There will also be Halloween-themed cocktail features, food and photo opportunities throughout the night.

Tickets are $20 and the event is for guests 19 and older. Costumes are highly encouraged, with limited tickets available at ChemongLodge.com.

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Trent Excalibur Men’s Lacrosse Team Falls 12-11 in Double Overtime to Queen’s

By Scott Arnold

The Trent Excalibur men’s lacrosse team suffered a close loss on Thursday night, falling 12-11 to the Queen’s Gaels in double overtime at Justin Chiu Stadium.

long pole Trent stewart of the trent excalibur mens lacrosse team. the excalibur lost a heartbreaker to Queens on thursday, falling 12-11 in double overtime (photo courtesy of trent university, via david pickering)

Trent jumped out to a 4-1 lead after the opening quarter, with Mason Tardiff scoring twice along with goals from Connor Curtis and Dallyn Rai.

Queen’s responded with five goals in the second quarter while Trent scored once, sending the game into halftime with the Gaels leading 6-5.

The Excalibur battled back in the third quarter, with four goals to Queen’s three to make it a 9-9 game heading into the final 15 minutes. Tardiff scored twice in the frame, while Will White and Bronsen Muller also found the back of the net.

Queen’s and Trent traded goals in the fourth quarter, with Rai putting Trent ahead 11-10 with 9:07 remaining. The Gaels tied the game with 1:37 left, sending it to overtime.

Queen’s scored with 2:48 remaining in the second overtime period to complete the 12-11 win.

Tardiff led Trent with four goals and two assists, while Curtis recorded three goals. Rai finished with two goals and three assists, with White and Muller adding a goal apiece.

Trent finished the game with 24 shots, compared to 25 for Queen’s.

The loss moves the Excalibur’s record to 4-1-1-0 on the season.

Trent returns to action on October 16th when they travel to Kingston for rematch with Queen’s.

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Five Counties Bringing Inclusive Trick-or-Treating Back to Peterborough

By Scott Arnold

Halloween can be difficult for kids who face accessibility or sensory challenges, but Five Counties Children’s Centre is once again creating a trick-or-treating experience where everyone can take part.

Five Counties Children’s Centre is bringing All-o-ween back to Peterborough on October 27th, giving kids of all abilities a chance to enjoy an accessible and sensory-friendly Halloween experience. (photo courtesy of five counties

All-o-ween returns to Five Counties in Peterborough on Tuesday, October 27th from 4pm to 7pm at 872 Dutton Rd.

The indoor Halloween event is open to kids who currently receive services from Five Counties, those who have received services in the past or those currently on a wait list, along with their siblings and families.

Kids can dress up, wear Halloween colours or simply come as they are. They’ll be able to visit decorated doors throughout the Centre to collect treats and toys, with crafts and other family-friendly activities also available.

Families are given assigned arrival times when they register to help keep the event from becoming too busy or overwhelming.

“The best part of All-o-ween is seeing the absolute joy on the faces of kids and families, because they get to enjoy a relaxed and inclusive trick-or-treating experience,” says Hayley Hodges, Client and Family Experience Lead at Five Counties and the event’s organizer.

For Hodges, the event is personal.

As someone who uses a wheelchair, she remembers how difficult trick-or-treating could be when she was a child because many homes had stairs. She would have to rely on her siblings to collect candy for her.

“Halloween is one of those days or festivities that every child should be able to experience and enjoy,” Hodges says.

More than 200 children and youth took part in All-o-ween events at Five Counties locations last year.

Similar events will also be held in Cobourg on Wednesday, October 28th and Lindsay on Thursday, October 29th.

Registration is required. Families can book a spot at fivecounties.on.ca/alloween or by calling 1-888-779-9916, ext. 215.

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