Peterborough Baseball Diamonds Are Temporarily Closed From Wet Conditions Until Wednesday Evening

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Due to Tuesday’s heavy rainfall, the City of Peterborough is asking everyone to stay off its baseball diamonds to avoid damage until Wednesday evening.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Use of natural and artificial turf fields will be at the discretion of user groups. The City advises caution to be used when playing on them.

Damaged fields and divots can create safety concerns for players. If repairs are required following the storm, the reopening of diamonds or fields may be delayed as the City could deliver further notice.

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Peterborough Baseball Diamonds Remain Temporarily Closed Due to Wet Conditions

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Following inspections, Peterborough baseball diamonds remain closed due to extremely wet conditions caused by Wednesday’s rainfall until at least Friday according to the City.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Recreation and Parks Services crews cannot complete infield maintenance until the fields have dried. The City is asking all sports and recreational users to stay off diamonds until further notice.

The City of Peterborough apologizes for any inconvenience.

Natural and artificial turf fields are open, but users are advised that use during current wet conditions may cause damage that requires repairs.

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Wet Conditions Cause Peterborough Baseball Diamonds to Be Temporarily Closed

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Due to heavy rainfall, City of Peterborough baseball diamonds are closed to help avoid any damage for the next 24 hours.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The fields are extremely wet, with water pooling on infield according to the City. Use of natural and artificial turf fields will be at the discretion of user groups.

The Ciy says damaged fields and divots can create safety concerns for players. If repairs are required following the storm, reopening of diamonds or fields may be delayed.

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New Property Tax Portal Launched By City of Peterborough

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The City of Peterborough has launched a new online portal for property taxes to provide property owners with access to their account information 24/7 from their computer or mobile device.

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“The new online portal for property tax information is an important enhancement to the City’s customer service,” said Mayor Jeff Leal. “Checking your information and getting your tax bills electronically isn’t just convenient—going paperless is also good for the environment.”

The online portal allows users to manage their property tax bills online, including the ability to:

  • view their current and previous bills

  • view their current property tax balance and payment history

  • print statement of account

  • sign up for electronic billing

  • enroll in the pre-authorized payment plan

  • update their mailing address

Property owners can register for the online portal to complete the secure, two-factor authentication process. To register, they will require the access code from their property tax bill from 2023 or later. The access code is located at the top right corner of the Interim or Final Tax Bill.

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The City of Peterborough Updates Social Services Office Hours

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The City of Peterborough Social Services office has updated its hours.

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Starting July 2, it will be open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. It will return to extended hours starting Sept. 3.

The Social Services office is located at 178 Charlotte St. Its phone number during office hours is 705-748-8830.

Outside of regular business hours, Social Services maintains after-hours emergency services that can be accessed by calling 705-926-0096.

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City Splash Pads Now Open For the Season

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Peterborough’s six splash pads are open for the season, running from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, announced by the City of Peterborough on Friday.

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City splash pads are at the following locations:

  • King Edward Park, 455 George St. S.

  • Rogers Cove, 131 Maria St.

  • Kinsmen Park, 1 Kinsmen Way (Sherbrooke Street and Clonsilla Avenue)

  • Barnardo Park, Barnardo Avenue, north of Sunset Boulevard

The splash pads at King Edward Park, 455 George St. S. and Kinsmen Park, 1 Kinsmen Way (Sherbrooke Street and Clonsilla Avenue) are undergoing repairs and/or final commissioning inspections and will open as soon as possible according to the City.

“Splash pads offer a fantastic and inclusive way for children and families to enjoy water play, promoting outdoor activity and social interaction in a safe, refreshing and accessible environment,” said Councillor Lesley Parnell. “We encourage everyone to get outside, get active, and enjoy the season.”

Beaches at Rogers Cove and Beavermead Park will not be supervised until the City’s lifeguard program starts on July 1. Wading pools in City parks will be opened later in the season when lifeguard supervision is provided.

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A List of City Services On Victoria Day

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Victoria Day is Monday and many city services and facilities will operate during holiday hours or be closed during the holiday. 

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City Hall 

City Hall, including Building Services, the Clerk’s Office and the Tax Office will be closed Monday. Online services are available at www.peterborough.ca. 

Garbage, recycling and yard waste 

There are no changes to curbside garbage and recycling collection on Monday. 

The City/County Landfill at 1260 Bensfort Rd. will be closed. 

Hazardous and Electronic Waste Depot at 400 Pido Rd. will be closed. The Hazardous and Electronic Waste Depot’s normal operating schedule is Wednesday to Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Public Works 

Public Works can be reached at 705-745-1386. This line is answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 

Parks 

Seasonal washrooms in parks are expected to be open in time for the Victoria Day long weekend and remain open for the season. Park washrooms are generally open from about 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily; however, some locations close earlier based on maintenance schedules. 

Transit 

Peterborough Transit will operate on a Holiday service schedule on Monday. Visit peterborough.ca/transit for details. 

Peterborough Marina 

Peterborough Marina at 92 George St. N. on Little Lake opens for the season on Victoria Day weekend. 

Peterborough Museum and Archives 

Peterborough Museum and Archives at 300 Hunter St. E. is open from noon to 5 p.m. on Monday. Information about current exhibitions is available online at www.peterborough.ca/museum. 

Sport and Wellness Centre 

The Sport and Wellness Centre at 775 Brealey Dr. is open 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday. 

Arenas 

The Peterborough Memorial Centre, Kinsmen Civic Centre, Healthy Planet Arena and the facility booking office will be closed on Monday. 

The Grant Thornton Box Office at the Peterborough Memorial Centre will be closed on Monday. Visit online 24 hours a day, seven days a week at memorialcentre.ca for information and tickets. 

Art Gallery of Peterborough 

Art Gallery of Peterborough at 250 Crescent St. is closed on Monday. The gallery’s regular operating hours are Wednesday to Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information about gallery exhibitions and programs please visit www.agp.on.ca.  

Child Care Centres 

City-operated child care centres will be closed on Monday. 

Peterborough Public Library 

Peterborough Public Library at 345 Aylmer St. will be closed on Monday. Information and digital resources are online at www.ptbolibrary.ca/. 

Social Services 

Social Services office at 178 Charlotte St. will be closed on Monday. 

Emergency shelter services 

Emergency shelter services remain open: to access emergency shelter services outside of regular business hours or on holidays, please call After Hours service at 705-926-0096. 

Provincial Offences Act office 

Provincial Offences Act office at 99 Simcoe St. will be closed on Monday. Fine payments can be made online at www.peterborough.ca/POA. 

Peterborough Airport 

The Peterborough Airport at 590 A Skyway Dr. is open regular hours on Monday. 

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City of Peterborough's Online Parking Ticket Payment System Temporarily Out of Service

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UPDATE: 10:36 a.m. 09/05/24 The issue is resolved and the system is back online.

The City of Peterborough is experiencing technical issues with its online system for parking ticket payments.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

During this time, the service is temporarily unavailable while repairs are completed.

Parking ticket payments can be made in-person at City Hall, 500 George St. N. or by telephoning the Tax Office at 705-742-7777 during regular business hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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Half-Load Restrictions Lifted On Most City Streets On Monday

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Half-load restrictions for commercial vehicles on City of Peterborough streets will be lifted as of Monday except University Road, where restrictions are in place until May 1, announced on Thursday.

PHOTO BY KEEGAN BEEKERS.

The restrictions have been in effect since March 1 to help protect roadways from damage during the spring thaw.

Half-load restrictions remain in place until May 1:

  • University Road

Starting Monday, restrictions will be lifted from the following streets:

  • Armour Road from Nassau Mills Road to Paddock Wood

  • Ashburnham Drive from McFarlane Street to Maria Street

  • Ashburnham Drive from Neal Drive to the south city limits

  • Bensfort Road from River Road South to the south city limits

  • Brealey Drive from Parkhill Road West to Lansdowne Street West

  • Carnegie Avenue

  • Crawford Drive from Sir Sanford Fleming Drive to 0.6 km east of The Parkway

  • Cumberland Avenue from Ungava Avenue to Carnegie Avenue

  • Dobbin Road

  • Guthrie Drive

  • Harper Road

  • Hetherington Drive from Richard Road to Woodland Drive

  • Johnston Drive

  • MacFarlane Avenue - from Trentview Road to Television Road

  • Maniece Avenue from Ashburnham Drive to Television Road

  • McNamara Road from Guthrie Drive to Driscoll Road

  • Nassau Mills Road

  • Old Norwood Road from Ashburnham Drive to Television Road

  • Otonabee Drive

  • Parkhill Road East from Armour Road to Trent Severn Waterway Swing Bridge

  • Pioneer Road

  • River Road South from Lansdowne Street to Bensfort Road

  • Sherbrooke Street from Glenforest Boulevard to the west city limits

  • Towerhill Road from Chemong Road to Fairbairn Street

  • Wallace Point Road from Bensfort Road to Driscoll Road

  • Whittington Drive

  • Woodland Drive

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City and County Launch Two New Online Service Directories To Connect With Health and Community Services

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Peterborough Ontario Health Team, Peterborough County and the City of Peterborough have launched two new online directories to help residents find and connect with health and community services through Ontario 2-1-1, announced on Wednesday.

pHOTO BY Samantha Bianco.

Ontario 2-1-1 is a confidential service that helps people find support in their community by searching through the directories on the website, using online chat, texting, emailing or calling. The two new directories provide simple, quick ways to find services based on topic, location and keyword. They can be found at:

Ontario 2-1-1 operates the directories and is available 24/7 phone or text at 2-1-1.

Through the Online Directory of Health Services, residents can find services for matters such as:

  • Non-urgent medical care

  • Chronic illness

  • Mental health and addictions

  • End of life care

  • Memory loss and dementia

Under Community Services, residents can find and connect with services related to areas such as:

  • Government

  • Employment

  • Older adults

  • Housing

  • Community programs and groups

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