County Road 16's Gannon's Narrows Bridge to Undergo Repairs Beginning Sept. 5

The Gannon’s Narrows Bridge repairs on County Road 16 will undergo repairs to its damaged structural components starting from Sept. 5, announced by the County of Peterborough on Friday.

Photo courtesy of the County of Peterborough.

The repairs will run until Oct.13.

During this time, the bridge will be completely closed to all traffic from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays.

While the bridge is closed, the County states that there will be no access for any vehicles to cross over the bridge.

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Trent University Signs New Agreement with Centennial College to Bridge Business Programs

Trent University has created a new learning pathway for students studying at Centennial College, enhancing the already extensive college-to-university offerings between the two institutions and offering students the opportunity to complete two programs in four years.

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“The new agreement between Trent and Centennial College increases the number of pathways to 23 in total, exemplifying the strong partnership between our two institutions, offering students diverse and seamless postsecondary learning pathways,” said Marilyn Burns, vice president of Communications & Enrolment. “This newest learning pathway in particular—related to business education—enhances the collaborative role of universities and colleges in delivering highly qualified persons to work in the diversity of careers available in corporate, not-for-profit, and public sectors.”

Students completing their studies in Centennial College’s two-year Business Diploma can now earn their Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A) degree – one of Trent’s most in-demand programs within the prestigious School of Business —in just two additional years of study. The new 2+2 agreement between Trent and Centennial offers students the opportunity to earn both diploma and degree in just four years total. Students transferring to Trent with a minimum 75 per cent cumulative admission average will receive 10.0 transfer credits to be applied to the 20.0-credit B.B.A. program, halving the time to complete their university studies and venture into the business world with advanced knowledge, critical thinking and practical skills.

“Creating new pathways for our students is integral to their future career success. I am delighted to support this innovative partnership with Trent University that fully recognizes the hard work and accomplishments of our business students,” said Barry O'Brien, dean, The Business School, Centennial College.

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Maria Street Bridge To Be Closed End of Month For Repairs

The Maria Street Swing Bridge is closed to all traffic from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Aug. 29 - 31 for repairs from Parks Canada.

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The bridge is located on Maria Street between Armour Road and Ashburnham Drive.

Traffic control measures and detour routes will be in place during the work.

Local access to businesses in the area will be available.

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Maria Street Bridge Closed For Repairs This Thursday

The Maria Street swing bridge will be closed to vehicles and pedestrians for repairs under Parks Canada’s advisement for this Thursday.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Boat traffic will not be affected by the closure according to Parks Canada.

Detour signage will be posted at Parkhill Road East (via the Warsaw Road swing bridge) or Lansdowne Street.

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Warsaw Road Swing Bridge Opened For Vehicles

Parks Canada reports that the Warsaw Road Swing Bridge has reopened to vehicle and pedestrian traffic according to a press release on Saturday.

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The bridge has been closed for a full replacement of the steel swing bridge structure, repairs to concrete abutments and replacement of mechanical and electrical operating systems. The project has brought the bridge up to full highway loading.

Short intermittent delays are expected for operational testing.

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Warsaw Road Swing Bridge Reopening Delayed Until Aug. 7

The Warsaw Road swing bridge located on Parkhill Road East is expected to open for vehicle and pedestrian traffic according to a press release by Parks Canada for Aug. 7 announced on Wednesday.

The Warsaw Road Swing Bridge replacement project is part of the Government of Canada’s Federal Infrastructure Investment program. Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The Warsaw Road Swing Bridge replacement project is part of the Government of Canada’s Federal Infrastructure Investment program. Photo by David Tuan Bui.

All mechanical, hydraulic and electrical components are onsite however issues related to the installation of the components have delayed the bridge testing and commissioning work to next week.

If the testing and commissioning go well, the bridge’s reopening will go as scheduled. If additional adjustments or modifications are required as a result of the testing, the bridge opening will be delayed until they are completed. 

Immediately following the reopening of the bridge, short intermittent delays are expected for operational testing. Traffic control measures will be in place during that time.

The bridge has been closed for a full replacement of the steel swing bridge structure, repairs to concrete abutments and replacement of mechanical and electrical operating systems. As well, the project has brought the bridge up to full highway loading.

Notable businesses near the bridge are Alf Curtis Home Improvements and Paterson Auto Sales & Service.

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Someone Wrote "Send Love" Message On Trent University Bridge

Bridges have this way of connecting people, and bringing them together. So this simple, inspiring message someone made on the bridge at Trent University on a snowy Wednesday was a beautiful, symbolic gesture.

Julie Davis, Trent's Vice-President, External Relations & Advancement, tweeted about its impact here...

Heading into Bell Let's Talk day, send love by sharing this post with others.

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