Peterborough Trustee Braden Leal, son of former MPP Jeff Leal, has been elected as vice-chairperson of the Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board (PVNCCDSB) on Wednesday.

Braden ran uncontested municipal election in the Peterborough city municipal elections in 2018 Photo Courtesy of PVNCCDSB.

The decision was made following the board’s meeting Tuesday night.

Braden was an elected trustee in the 2018 municipal election, replacing Kawartha Lakes trustee Michelle Griepsma, who resigned after moving from the jurisdiction. He will serve in the vice-chairperson role until the annual Board meeting on Dec. 1.

Former Kawartha Lakes Trustee Michelle Griepsma served with the PVNCCDSB board for 11 years before her resignation earlier this month. Photo Courtesy of PVNCCDSB.

The Holy Cross Secondary School alumnus studied environmental science at Trent University and has served the school board since Dec. 2018.

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The Scroll and Bow Strings Orchestra marked the opening of Peterborough Snofest today with a musical treat. Headed by Lakefield College music teacher John Kraus, they delighted the audience with their festive music.

Master of Ceremonies Catherine Hanrahan (pictured above) introduced many VIPs, including Mayor Daryl Bennett (pictured cutting the ribbon below), MPP Jeff Leal, Councillor Lesley Parnell and Snofest mascot Snofest Pete.

The ribbon cutting ceremony opens a week of events which can be viewed on their calendar, including Sunday's Snofest Idol at 2 p.m. at Showplace (free admission with nonperishable food donation is appreciated) and numerous food and game events throughout the week.

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[Words and Pictures by PtboCanada's Evan Holt]

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