Peterborough, ON – As the 2024 construction season approaches its end, Peterborough County is committed to ensuring a safe and respectful environment for all construction workers. The County reminds motorists, residents, and visitors that any form of aggressive behavior—including yelling, insults, threats, intimidation, or physical abuse—directed at County staff or contractors will not be tolerated. Construction workers play a vital role in our community by...
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October 1, 2024 – Peterborough County, ON
It’s Harvest Season in Peterborough County which means slow-moving vehicles and farm equipment will be on our roadways!
Peterborough County, in partnership with Peterborough Federation of Agriculture, and the Ontario Provincial Police – Peterborough County Detachment, has launched the second annual Share the Road campaign. This campaign will promote awareness of slow-moving vehicles and farm equipment during harvest...
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Peterborough, ON - Peterborough County is pleased to announce the appointment of Rhonda Keenan as the new General Manager of Economic Development. Joining her is Sarah Budd, who will step into the role of Manager of Community Development. Together, they will be integral members of the County's leadership team, driving forward economic growth, community development, and tourism in the region. The duo joins forces with Tracie Bertrand, the County’s General Manager of Tourism...
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Take Notice that the Peterborough County Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. has been cancelled. Please contact the Clerk, Kari Stevenson, at kstevenson@ptbocounty.ca or by calling 705-743-0380 extension 2101 if you have any questions. Kari Stevenson, Clerk County of Peterboroug

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The County of Peterborough has initiated an Environmental Assessment (EA) to study alternatives for the reconstruction of Ward Street in the settlement area of Bridgenorth due to the removal of the Bridgenorth bypass proposal from the County of Peterborough’s Transportation Plan. The project is being planned as a Schedule ‘C’ Class EA in accordance with the MCEA. The study area includes Ward Street (CR18) from Champlain Road to the James Gifford Causeway (CR14).
The...
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