Peterborough County Hubs Program Expands

The Peterborough County Hubs Program is now offering drop-in services in Millbrook, Havelock, Apsley and Norwood.

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The new drop-in service, which started on Tuesday, gives rural residents access to supports related to health care, mental health, addictions, employment, developmental services, housing, income, senior services and more within their home community.

"The expansion of the Peterborough County Hubs Program is an important step in ensuring that all Peterborough City-County residents, no matter where they live, have easy access to the services and supports they need, said Peterborough city councillor Alex Bierk. “By bringing these services closer to home, we are removing barriers for communities across the region and making sure that residents can get help with everything from health care to employment services.”

The drop-in program has opened new hubs in several locations:

• Millbrook Hub at Old Millbrook School - open Tuesdays 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

• Havelock Hub at Havelock Community Care office - open Wednesdays 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

• Apsley Hub at Apsley Community Care office - open first and third Wednesday of each month 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

• Norwood Hub at Asphodel-Norwood Township Office - open Thursdays 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

The program is a collaboration between the City/County Social Services administered by the City of Peterborough, Canopy Support Services, Canadian Mental Health Association - Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge and Fleming CREW and Academic Upgrading.

A staff person from of the agencies will be at the hubs when the open for drop-in service.

The program builds on the existing Peterborough County Hubs Program that has nine locations across the county in Keene, Warsaw, Douro, Buckhorn, Lakefield, Millbrook, Havelock, Apsley and Norwood.

“Last year, I was proud to be at the launch of the eight Peterborough County Hubs which provided bookable space for social service providers to meet with clients,” said warden Bonnie Clark. “Local clients will now have the convenience to drop-in during office hours and not have to book an appointment. This pilot project brings social services access for our rural and small urban communities closer to parity with larger urban centres.”

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City of Peterborough Extends Splash Pad Season to Sept. 22

With warm temperatures in the forecast, the City of Peterborough is extending splash pads operations until Sept. 22.

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They were originally scheduled to close for the season last Tuesday.

“We are thrilled to be able to offer our splash pad facilities for an extended season, providing families with more opportunities to cool down and have fun as our summer season winds down,” said Councillor Lesley Parnell and Councillor Gary Baldwin.

The City operates seven splash pads in parks, open daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., at the following locations:

• King Edward Park at 455 George St. S.

• Nicholls Oval at 725 Armour Rd.

• Rogers Cove at 131 Maria St.

• Kinsmen Park at 1 Kinsmen Way

• Barnardo Park on Barnardo Avenue north of Sunset Boulevard

• Turner Park at the corner of Chamberlain and High streets

• Hamilton Park at 575 Bonaccord St.

• Water feature at Quaker Foods City Square, 215 Charlotte St.

Splash pads are closed before the fall as temperatures tend to drop at night. The water systems, including the pipes, must be prepared to avoid freezing and damage through the cold weather between fall and spring.

Beaches at Beavermead Park and Rogers Cove are not supervised at this time. The City’s summer lifeguard program ended on Aug. 25. Residents are reminded to use extra caution around the water if visiting the beaches.

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List of City Services During Labour Day 2024

Several City of Peterborough services and facilities will operate during holiday hours or be closed on Labour Day Monday (Sept. 2).

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City Hall

City Hall, including Building Services, the Clerk’s Office and the Tax Office will be closed on Sept. 2. Online services are available at peterborough.ca.

Garbage, Green Bin and yard waste

There are no changes to the curbside waste collection schedule.

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

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

Transit

Peterborough Transit will operate on a Sunday/Holiday service schedule on Monday, September 2. The Customer Service desk will be open from 9 a.m. to noon and 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Visit peterborough.ca/transit for details or call Transit Customer Service at 705-745-0525.

Peterborough Airport

The Peterborough Airport is open regular hours, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sept. 2. Visit peterborough.ca/airport for more information.

Arenas

The Kinsmen Civic Centre and Healthy Planet Arena, including the Recreation Facility Booking office, will be closed except to scheduled user groups.

The Peterborough Memorial Centre and the Grant Thornton Box Office will be closed on Sept. 2. Ticket sales are available online at memorialcentre.ca.

Art Gallery of Peterborough

Art Gallery of Peterborough at 250 Crescent St. will be closed. For information about gallery exhibitions and programs please visit agp.on.ca.

Peterborough Marina

The Peterborough Marina at 92 George St. N. will be open 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Peterborough Museum and Archives

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

Parking

Parking in City-operated parking garages, surface lots and on-street parking spots is free on weekends and holidays. Visit peterborough.ca/parking to find more information, including locations.

Peterborough Public Library

Peterborough Public Library at 345 Aylmer St. will be closed on Sept. 2. Information and digital resources are online at ptbolibrary.ca.

Provincial Offences Act office

Provincial Offences Act office at 99 Simcoe St. will be closed on Sept. 2. Fine payments can be made online at peterborough.ca/POA.

Public Works

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

Splash pads

Splash pads in City parks are open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Our summer lifeguard program at Beavermead Park and Rogers Cove beaches, as well as local wading pools, ending for the season on Sunday. Beaches are now unsupervised.

For locations of splash pads please visit peterborough.ca/splash.

Sport and Wellness Centre

Sport and Wellness Centre at 775 Brealey Dr. will be open from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sept. 2.

Social Services

Social Services office at 178 Charlotte St. will be closed. Extended office hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday, resume on Sept. 3. For information on Social Services, please visit peterborough.ca/SocialServices.

Child care centres

City-operated child care centres will be closed for Labour Day.

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.

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List of City Services On Holiday Hours or Closed For Monday Civic Holiday

For the Monday Civic Holiday, several City services and facilities will be operating under holiday hours or will be closed, announced on Tuesday.

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The City offers various online services at peterborough.ca which are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.

City Hall

City Hall, including Building Services, the Clerk’s Office and the Tax Office will be closed on Monday, August 5. Online services are available at peterborough.ca.

Garbage, Green Bin and yard waste

There are no changes to the curbside waste collection schedule.

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

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

Transit

Peterborough Transit will operate on a Sunday/Holiday service schedule on August 5. The Customer Service desk will be open from 9 a.m. to noon and 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Visit peterborough.ca/transit for details or call Transit Customer Service at 705-745-0525.

Peterborough Airport

The Peterborough Airport is open regular hours, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Monday, August 5. Visit peterborough.ca/airport for more information.

Arenas

The Kinsmen Civic Centre will be open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. for scheduled user groups.

Healthy Planet Arena, including the Recreation Facility Booking office, will be closed.

The Peterborough Memorial Centre and the Grant Thornton Box Office will be closed on Monday, August 5. Ticket sales are available online at memorialcentre.ca.

Art Gallery of Peterborough

Art Gallery of Peterborough at 250 Crescent St. will be closed on August 5. For information about gallery exhibitions and programs please visit agp.on.ca.

Peterborough Marina

The Peterborough Marina at 92 George St. N. will be open 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Peterborough Museum and Archives

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

Peterborough Public Library

Peterborough Public Library at 345 Aylmer St. will be closed on August 5. Information and digital resources are online at ptbolibrary.ca.

Splash pads, beaches and wading pools

Splash pads in City parks are open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wading pools are supervised from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lifeguard supervision at Beavermead Park and Rogers Cove beaches will be provided from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Peterborough Public Health regularly tests water at beaches. Residents and visitors are encouraged to check water testing results before visiting. For locations and more information, please visit peterborough.ca/splash.

Sport and Wellness Centre

Sport and Wellness Centre at 775 Brealey Dr. will be open 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday, August 5.

Social Services

Social Services office at 178 Charlotte St. will be closed on August 5.

Child care centres

City-operated child care centres will be closed for the Civic Holiday.

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 August 5. Fine payments can be made online at peterborough.ca/POA.

Public Works

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

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

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.

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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

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.

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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

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

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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

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

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

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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