A Man Drove The Wrong Way On Water Street To Avoid R.I.D.E Program Checkpoint

From a police media release today...
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Dangerous Driving Arrest:
On March 16, 2014 at approximately 2:15 a.m. the Peterborough Lakefield Community Police Service were conducting a R.I.D.E. program check point on Water Street just South of King Street.  Police observed a vehicle pull into the Harvey’s parking lot and then turn around and drive the wrong way on Water Street to avoid the check point.  Police pursued the vehicle which failed to pull over for police. The vehicle was eventually stopped by police on Louis Street.  As a result of the investigation, the driver Jeremy Alister Gillespie, 19 of Vancouver B.C., was arrested and charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, flight while pursued by police, escape by flight and his licence was suspended for 72 hours.  He was held in custody and appeared in Weekend and Statutory Holiday Court on March 16, 2014.  He was released from custody and will appear in court on March 27, 2014.

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Here's Footage From The St. Patrick's Day 5k Run Through Peterborough

Great sights and sounds captured by Harrison Perkins...

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DBIA Featured Post: Dr. J's BBQ & Brews

When the historical Montreal House closed its doors for a final time in late 2013, Ted and Addison Brown heard opportunity knocking. The father and son partners knew a good thing when they saw it and purchased the property with a specific intent in mind. They loved the history of the building, the ample parking, and its proximity to downtown. After some extensive renovations, on January 15th, Dr. J’s BBQ & Brews (282 Aylmer St) opened its doors for the first time and hit the ground running!

Named after Dr. Alexander and John Harvey who originally built the historical building in 1858, Dr. J’s has kept some of the past, but has brought a new feel to the property. Operating as a restaurant/pub and with owners who have an extensive background in the industry, Dr. J’s brings a distinctly different flavor to the downtown core. Specializing in southern cuisine, and featuring an authentic smoker brought in directly from Alabama, you know exactly what you’re getting as soon as you walk in the door.

Before opening, head chef Eric Hoflick went so far as to travel the southern United States in search of ideas and recipes to bring back to the great white north. His mission to learn was a major success and the menu is where Dr. J’s customers reap the rewards. From chicken and ribs, to brisket and pork shoulder, almost everything is smoked and absolutely nothing is skimped on. The menu features monster main courses, smaller sandwich options, and even vegetable options for those who aren’t meat eaters! A few of the house favorites include the ribs with a signature pineapple chipotle seasoning you won’t find anywhere else, the brisket on rye, and the pulled pork sandwich with coleslaw.

Everything is made fresh from scratch in house daily, and local suppliers are supported as much as possible. Being a pub as well, the beer menu can’t be missed with 30 different types available by the bottle and 14 different varieties on tap!

With food available during the day and into the night, Dr. J’s is an environment for everyone. The renovations they’ve done include new flooring, tables, washrooms, booths, and a separate party room for larger groups of up to 24 when needed.

The restaurant also transitions during the night into more of a pub type atmosphere. Keeping with the old tradition of being a great live music setting, Dr. J’s has kept a stage area and have live music every Friday and Saturday night. With televisions set up all around, there is always some type of game on and specials to go along with them, including beer deals during Leafs and Raptors games.

If you’re in the mood for a new food and drink experience, Addison and Ted invite you to come down to a building that everyone already knows. They know you’ll be pleasantly surprised with the changes and you won’t leave disappointed!

For more on Dr. J's BBQ & Brews (282 Aylmer St), go to:
Facebook: Dr. J's
Twitter: @DRJSBBQnBREWS
Phone: 705.874.5717

For more on Downtown Peterborough and the Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA), click here.

—By Aaron Elliott

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Sign Up Now For 2014 YWCA Walk A Mile In Her Shoes

The 2014 YWCA Walk A Mile In Her Shoes event takes place Friday, May 30th, starting at noon at Peterborough City Hall. You can register here for the event, or sponsor a walker or team here.

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There Are 3 Vacancies For An Easter Bunny Circus Performer In Peterborough

Yay! ?

We kid you not. See job description below...

[via Job Bank]

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PTBOCanada Featured Post: Introducing Sales Representative Patrick McAuley From Bowes and Cocks

Patrick McAuley from Bowes and Cocks

For many people, after marriage and having children the most stressful life changing moments are the buying and selling of properties. At no other point will someone have more invested both financially and emotionally in one single transaction. Part of the decision in the buying and selling of properties is in the selection of a well suited real estate agent to make the unpaved road of that sale a little less bumpy.

For Patrick McAuley of Bowes and Cocks, the relationship he creates between himself and his clients is priority Number One. Knowing that the decision he is assisting someone make can be life altering, Patrick takes every measure to ensure that he provides a professional, stress free, friendly, and honest approach in helping his clients buy or sell a property. When the dust finally settles and the deal is complete, the relationship he hopes to have created is one that without hesitation can be considered real.

Born and raised in Peterborough, and formerly a corporate sales representative in the area, Patrick knows the advantage of creating relationships in a city where word of mouth goes a long way. Previously trained in the corporate world in value selling, he understands that the client/sales rep relationship is one of the most important aspects in the buying and selling of all types of property. The training he received engraved a work ethic and attention to detail that he has used to give his clients the highest standard of service.  His goal is to make sure his clients get exactly what they’re paying for.

As one of Bowes and Cocks newest agents, Patrick is happy to be a part of a team that promotes the exact same values that he lives by. The family values that surround this family run business which has been a part of our community since its first office opened in 1956 are what he believes separates it from the rest.

Bowes and Cocks is entering an exciting new phase with a remodeled building coming soon, including state of the art technology to assist its clients in the buying and selling of property. Knowing that technology is something you don’t want to fall behind in, Bowes and Cocks is excited to unveil what they will soon have to offer and know their clients will be excited too.

If you are thinking about entering the home owner market or are considering selling, Patrick invites you to contact him and ask all the questions you need. He knows that the first step is usually the biggest and he would be more than happy to assist you in making it!

This is the first in a series with Patrick McAuley, Sales Representative – Bowes and Cocks LTD Brokerage.

For more on Patrick McAuley, go to:
Phone:
Office -> 705.742.4234
Toll Free -> 1.888.742.4234
Website: BowesandCocks.com
Email: pmcauley@bowesandcocks.com
Twitter: @sellwithpat
Fax: (705) 743-9374

**This is not intended to solicit clients already under contract**

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Look At This Beautiful Snow Wave Picture Captured In Keene

Polar vortexes and frost quakes and snow squalls we can do without. But at times, winter is stunningly beautiful with what it forms. Take, for example, this picture Joelle Weil captured from her bedroom door in Keene as the sun was rising of what Mother Nature created. We could ride this snow wave forever.

picture courtesy Joelle Weil

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Peterborough Police Haved Launched An Online Reporting System

The Peterborough Lakefield Community Police Service has launched an online reporting system for the convenience of communty members. The online reporting system is accessible on their website homepage and is available 24/7, 365 days a year. 

The system was developed to assist citizens in reporting minor occurrences where there are no identifiable suspect(s) and the damage or theft value is below $5,000. Completing the online report meets the same reporting requirements as speaking directly to a Police Officer. 

An incident number will be generated and provided to the complainant, and the system also provides an opportunity for the individual reporting to later provide a supplemental report should further information come to light. If a suspect is later identified, a Police Officer will investigate as usual. This system is not to be used in emergency situations or when a crime is in progress.

[Related: TVCogeco Debuts New Show "Answering The Call With Chief Murray Rodd"]

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Trent University 50th Anniversary Celebration Book Now Available For Pre-Order

Trent University is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, and you can now pre-order a special limited edition book, Trent University Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence, signed by author D’Arcy Jenish and Trent's founding President Thomas H.B. Symons.

The highly anticipated anniversary book captures the remarkable history of Trent's first 50 years—the triumphs, setbacks, crises and celebratory moments as told through the stories of alumni, faculty, staff and members of local communities.

Click here to order your copy of this special limited edition (the regular edition will be available for sale as of Thursday, August 7th).

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