With a federal election in the air, hopefully there will be a heightened opportunity to discuss how Canada responds to the climate emergency that threatens the wellbeing and the future of our planet. In fact, a recent Ipsos Reid poll showed that 82% of Canadians see climate change as… Continue reading
Telecare Peterborough is looking for empathetic individuals ready to join the fight against loneliness and isolation. Training for New Volunteers begins September 25th 2019, at 7:00 pm, Trinity United Church, 360 Reid St., Peterborough. Training is 50 hours and costs $50. (Subsidies are available.) Listening skills and awareness of social,… Continue reading
Last week the province announced an additional $193,648 this year to support midwives in Peterborough-Kawartha, part of their $28 million commitment to expand midwifery services across Ontario. This extension will help families access additional choice in primary care during a pregnancy, birth and postpartum. The province is also working to… Continue reading
Last week, Social Services division of Peterborough teamed up with Age-Friendly Peterborough to host their seventh Seniors’ Showcase. The free event featured information booths from more than 100 agencies and businesses providing services relevant to seniors along with workshops and presentations covering topics from dementia, stress management, financial services and… Continue reading
New Owners at the Golden Wheel Tina and Tim Yu are now the proud owners of local restaurant and event venue, the Golden Wheel. The couple was introduced to the opportunity by Tina’s father, who has worked at the restaurant during the years it was owned by the Tung… Continue reading
It’s that time again–Shorelines Casino handed out cheques to their host communities last week covering the three months of operations from January to the end of March. Cavan Monaghan’s share was $81,059, while Peterborough received $743,297. How are gaming revenues faring under the new, two-facility model? Last year, Cavan Monaghan… Continue reading
Many people in Peterborough County have not had a family doctor for many, many years. Others have stayed with their family doctor located hours away as they couldn’t find a family doctor close to where they live. Peterborough Family Health Team can help you find the best care to suit… Continue reading
In February, the Peterborough Utility Group presented its annual report on the Water and Wastewater systems for Millbrook. Water reports like these are taken very seriously by all municipalities. After the mismanagement of the Walkerton water system, the province introduced strict statutory standards of care for local water treatment plants… Continue reading
It was a season of ups and downs for the DT Power Sports and Marine Midget Rep team. With a full team this season the Coaching staff and players had high hopes for their season. It was a rough start, but by their 2nd tournament in Parry Sound the team… Continue reading
