Here is your quick summary of the top stories, regional updates, and local sports making headlines across Peterborough, Kawartha Lakes, Haliburton, and Bancroft today:
📜 History Uncovered: Trent Valley Archives has discovered an original 1825 survey map of Peterborough created by deputy surveyor Richard Birdsall! It predates previously known maps and shows the exact town layout encountered by the Peter Robinson settlers 200 years ago.
🏗️ Infrastructure & Council Updates: Peterborough City Council is moving forward with the Ashburnham Drive realignment and McFarlane Street Bridge replacement plan. Council also approved a 612-unit apartment development plan on Towerhill Road, designated two historical properties, and deferred the 2027 council meeting schedule to the next elected term.
🏒 Petes Hockey is Back: The Peterborough Petes are finalizing their 29-player roster ahead of their 70th OHL season opener against Kingston, picking up free-agent forward Jack Clarke while welcoming players back from NHL rookie camps!
🩺 Health & Community: Lakelands Public Health confirmed the region's first case of Influenza A, reminding everyone to practice good preventive habits as flu season arrives a bit early this year. Meanwhile, out in Asphodel-Norwood, local farmers wrapped up the annual Ensilage Corn Competition, and pickleball players gathered for a special memorial tournament at the curling club!
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Highlights:
Local and Regional News
Discovery of Historic 1825 Peterborough Map: Local archivist Elwood Jones and volunteer Peter Johnston at Trent Valley Archives discovered an 1825 survey map created by deputy surveyor Richard Birdsall. Believed to be the oldest map of Peterborough, it details street plans, public depots, burial grounds, and the original landscape encountered by the Peter Robinson settlers. The document, titled "Town Plot in the Township of Monaghan," will be unveiled during an open house at Trent Valley Archives.
McFarlane Street Bridge Replacement and Realignment: Peterborough City Council is moving forward with plans to realign Ashburnham Drive and construct a replacement for the McFarlane Street Bridge. While city staff continue discussions with Parks Canada regarding the future maintenance of the original structure, the project’s environmental assessment and property impacts—including grading and septic system adjustments on nearby residential lots—will proceed through a 30-day provincial review period.
Police Misconduct Hearing for Const. Mitchell Cairns: Peterborough police officer Const. Mitchell Cairns admitted to three counts of professional misconduct—failing to comply with police procedures, neglect of duty, and failing to take proper notes—during a disciplinary hearing. However, he is contesting a fourth charge alleging he deceitfully misled supervisors regarding how a satchel containing illicit drugs and paraphernalia came into his possession inside a police cruiser.
City Council Honours Dr. Bob Neville: Peterborough City Council formally recognized Dr. Bob Neville for his decades of service as a local family physician, coroner, and long-standing executive with the Peterborough Petes and the Ontario Hockey League. The recognition follows his receipt of the OHL’s Bill Long Award for distinguished service.
Deferral of 2027 City Council Meeting Schedule: Peterborough City Council voted 9–2 to defer approving the 2027 meeting schedule—which proposed earlier start times for general committee and planning meetings—leaving the final decision to the incoming council following the October municipal election.
Approval of Apartment Development Amendment on Towerhill Road: Council unanimously approved a draft plan amendment for a residential development on Towerhill Road, allowing initial construction access via Hillview Drive. The project is planned to consist of up to six 102-unit apartment buildings totalling 612 residential units.
Heritage Designations Confirmed: City council granted final approval for heritage designations for the Erica and Harry Cherney House at 99 Roper Dr. (designed by architect Eberhard Zeidler) and the former West Ward School at 483 Park St. N..
Head-on Collision on Parkhill Road: Two individuals were transported to the hospital with undisclosed injuries following a early-morning head-on crash on Parkhill Road between Brealey Drive and Chandler Crescent. Peterborough Police closed the roadway to perform a collision reconstruction investigation.
First Regional Flu Case Confirmed: Lakelands Public Health confirmed the region’s first laboratory-identified case of influenza A for the season in Peterborough. Medical Officer of Health Dr. Thomas Piggott urged residents across Peterborough, Haliburton, Kawartha Lakes, and Northumberland to adopt preventive hygiene measures ahead of the broader vaccine rollout in October.
Green Tourism Webinar Announced: Green Economy Peterborough, alongside Regional Tourism Organization 8 (RTO8), 4th Line Theatre, and Elmhirst's Resort, announced an upcoming online panel on green tourism strategies scheduled for October 7. The discussion will focus on sustainable operational practices within the regional hospitality and eco-tourism sectors.
Music on the Water Concert Series: Le Boat and Peterborough Tourism hosted the "Music on the Water" concert series featuring Ontario singer-songwriter Jordan Holman. The tour included performances along the Trent-Severn Waterway in Peterborough, Lakefield, and Buckhorn.
Norwood Pickleball Memorial Tournament: The Norwood Pickleball Club held a fun-day memorial tournament at the Norwood Curling Club in honour of late member Bob Henzie. Organizers also announced registration details for upcoming winter indoor leagues at Norwood District High School.
Ensilage Corn Competition Results: Results were announced for the Township of Asphodel-Norwood’s annual Ensilage Corn Competition ahead of the Norwood Fair. Local farmer Jim Buck captured top honors with 93 points, followed by John Crowley and Todd Payne.
Local Sports
Peterborough Petes Roster Adjustments: The Peterborough Petes signed free-agent forward Jack Clarke and assigned forward Brody Robertson to the Navan Grads ahead of their 70th OHL season opener against the Kingston Frontenacs. The roster currently stands at 29 players as several key skaters return from NHL rookie training camps.
Historical Golf Feature on the Old Rotary Trail Train Bridge: A sports feature column highlighted the historical significance of the former railway bridge—now part of the Rotary Trail—which connected Peterborough's north end to East City, granting generations of local youth independent bicycle access to local golf courses.
Notices
Asphodel-Norwood Historical Gathering Notice: The Asphodel-Norwood Cultural and Heritage Committee announced a free public historical meeting on September 22 at the Norwood Town Hall focusing on the lives of pioneer authors Catharine Parr Traill and Susanna Moodie.
Township Fall Decorating Challenge Notice: Registration is open for the Asphodel-Norwood Fall Decorating Challenge for local residents and businesses. Displays must be registered online or at municipal offices by September 30 for judging on October 1.
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