Tag: health
Donor Impact at Peterborough Regional Health Centre
As the year winds up, many people take time to consider their charitable givings. There are plenty of organizations clamouring for charitable contributions, with a vast array of worthy issues stemming from social,…
Peterborough Regional Health Centre charts its course for the future
In early October, Peterborough Regional Health Centre President (PRHC) and Chief Executive Officer Peter McLaughlin presented the organization’s strategic plan for the next three years. Having been awarded Exemplary Standing in the provincial…
Call for Volunteers – Telecare
Telecare Peterborough celebrates 40 years of service and calls out for new volunteers. Telecare Peterborough volunteers have experienced the rewards of listening for 40 years. Training for new volunteers begins October 30th. Late registration…
The Community Runs for St. John’s Anglican Church
A few records were made last Saturday at the 13th Cavan Hills Country Run, organized and executed by the St. John’s Anglican Outreach Committee. The best record set was the amount raised- $6,738.85. The…
Peterborough Public Health Launches Online Portal for Immunization Record Updates
Peterborough Public Health is pleased to announce a new online portal that residents can use to keep immunization records updated for themselves and family members. This new online system makes it easy to access…
Local Mental Health Challenges Continue
Despite a growing awareness about mental health thanks to high profile media programs and a wide variety of educational programs offered in schools, corporations and to the public at large, the problem seems…
Slightly smaller Ontario apple crop volume this year, but quality will be excellent
Ontario’s apple crop volume will be slightly lower this year compared to last, but the fruit will be larger, juicier, and more colourful. That’s what Ontario’s apple growers are seeing as they prepare to…
Is Screen Time Safe for Young Children?
This summer brought a house full of young grandchildren and the discovery that the television was magical in keeping little ones quiet while others still slept. However, each time I reached for the remote,…