Learn All About Trees By Taking Tree Identification Workshop At Ecology Park This Sunday

Educating yourself about the many aspects of nature that exist around us can allow full appreciation of the important role nature plays in our daily lives. With this in mind, Peterborough Green-Up is giving the community the opportunity to learn more about our local trees through a Tree Identification Workshop to be held this Sunday (August 14th), from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Ecology Park.

Park coordinator and gardening expert Cathy Dueck will lead the workshop, and help participants identify local trees and discuss their importance in our gardens and urban forest. The workshop is free of charge, and runs rain or shine. For more info on the Tree Identification Workshop, or Ecology Park, ring Cathy Dueck at 705.745.3238 ext. 212.

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Today In Your Local Crime Report: One Man Busted For Graffiti Spraying, Another For Bear Spraying

From a Peterborough Lakefield Community Police Service Media Release today...

Male charged with mischief.
 
On the 8th of August at approximately 930 pm a security guard working at the construction zone for the Hunter Street bridge observed a suspicious male inside the fenced compound under the bridge.  Further investigation revealed the male was spray painting graffiti on the concrete under the bridge.  The male was arrested and police were notified.  Charged with mischief under $5,000 and trespassing is Drew Glenn, 23 years old of Aylmer St.  He was released with a court date of the 25th of August 2011.
 
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Male arrested for robbery.
 
On the 7th of August a group of individuals known to each were at a residence on Bethune Street.  For reasons unknown, one of the males produced a can of bear spray and confronted the others for money.  Some money was obtained and one of the individuals was sprayed with the bear spray.  Police were notified and attended, but the suspect had left the residence.  On the 9th of August the suspect turned himself in to police.  Kenneth Ryan Vilneff, 21 years old of Stewart Street, has been charged with robbery, assault with a weapon and assault.  He attended court on the 9th of August for a bail hearing. 

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TVOKids "Don't Sit Still" Tour In Peterborough This Saturday At Lansdowne Place

TVOKids is currently on tour with their "Don't Sit Still" show, and will be making a stop this Saturday (August 13th) at Lansdowne Place. The presentation is to encourage young people to live active lifestyles and to eat healthy. Presented by EatRight Ontario, the event will be filled with plenty of energetic dance moves and catchy tunes. The show begins at 4 p.m. and is free of charge.  

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]

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Canadian Blood Services Educating Public About Need To Donate

During the busy summer season, Canadian Blood Services are continuously encouraging donations of any blood type. Only 3.5 percent of the population give blood. In Peterborough, we have a permanent clinic located at 55 George Street, as well as various mobile clinics located throughout the city. Please call 1-888-2-DONATE to book an appointment.

On Labour Day weekend, "The Mayor Daryl Bennett Blood Drive" will be taking place as he campaigns for Peterborough to "Rally Together to Save Lives."

More here on Canadian Blood Services in this CHEX Newswatch report from last night:

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]

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Peterborough Public Library Celebrates 100 Years With Writing Contest "Telling Our Stories"

Peterborough Public Library, in celebration of their 100th Anniversary, is hosting a writing contest titled "Telling Our Stories." The deadline for submissions is September 23rd.  The focus of the entry must be based upon how the library has influenced, affected, or inspired you in some way. For those that may need help with their writers' block, there will be a workshop held on Monday, September 12th from 10 a.m. to noon.

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]

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PtboPics: Another Habitat For Humanity Build Gets Underway

The official groundbreaking ceremony for Habitat for Humanity's upcoming builds on Jane Street in Peterborough took place Friday afternoon. These two homes will be built in part by Kenner Collegiate's new Senior Youth Build Program, and Habitat will also be offering many Women Build days in the fall due to the huge success of the program from their most recent build on Towerhill Road.  If you are interested in volunteering, click here for info.

 

Sandra and her three daughters Estefany, Michelle and Nicole are ready to begin the build for their home

Eager to be homeowners, Nyssa and Dennis with their children Madalyn and Caleb

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]

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Corus On Air Lineup Changes: Pete Dalliday Takes Over Evenings On The Wolf, Dale Lowe Moves To Middays On Kruz FM

Pete DallidayPete Dalliday is the new Wolf 101.5 evening personality from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Dale LoweMonday to Friday, taking over from Dale Lowe. "Pete is best known as the voice of the Petes but is a very talented on air performer in many formats," says JJ Johnston, Regional General Manager, Corus Radio-Ontario East. "He has amazing presence and ties to the Peterborough community."

Dale Lowe is moving from evenings on the Wolf to midday’s on 100.5 Kruz Fm, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. "100.5 Kruz Fm is a great station and Dale is the perfect candidate to take over that slot as Dale was once midday host on the WOLF 101.5 FM," says Johnston. "Dale has a passion for this music and his talents will help to grow the midday Kruz audience."

[photos via The Wolf website]

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PtboPics: Vinnies Grand Opening At New Location (The Old One To Be Converted Into Food Bank)

Today was Vinnies grand opening and they offered free hot dogs and hamburgers as part of the festivities. Formally known as St. Vincent De Paul, the staff and numerous volunteers moved the store from their Murray Street spot to the new location at 799 Erskine Avenue. The original location will be converted into a food bank while the new thrift store location is over three times larger.

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Evan Holt]

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Peterborough Man Jumps Into River To Evade Police And Swims To Other Side Only To Be Met By Police

From a Peterborough Lakefield Community Police Service Media Release today...

Arrest for Obstruct Police

On August 4, 2011 a police officer was in the area of George Street and Charlotte Street when he observed a male on a bicycle go through a red light.  The male was stopped and provided his name.  While speaking with the officer the male fled on foot.  The Canine unit tracked the male to behind the Ministry of Natural Resource building and to prevent apprehension the male jumped into the river.   The male swam to the other side where he was arrested by awaiting officers.
 
Further investigation revealed that the male William Ratt, age 34 years of Easthill Drive was on a conditional sentence order to remain in his residence at all times.   Ratt was held in custody for court on August 4, 2011.

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Next Peterborough Roller Derby Game Is Tomorrow At Kinsmen Centre

Our Electric City Rollers will be playing the Durham Roller Derby Girls this Saturday at the Kinsmen Centre in Peterborough Roller Derby action. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Check out the photos from their first home game that took place July 23rd.

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]

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