County News

As part of its ongoing efforts to curb the spread of COVID-19, the County of Peterborough is extending its closure of Lang Pioneer Village Museum until June 30, 2020.
Our priority is to protect and support our visitors, staff, volunteers and the general public. We are committed to doing our part in reducing the risk of spreading the virus. All visitor access to public spaces at Lang Pioneer Village Museum is CLOSED until June 30. This applies to all visitors, including recreational...
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Earlier this week at a Special Meeting of County Council, Council cancelled the 2020 Recognition Awards Ceremony, in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic.
We would like to thank everyone who submitted a nomination(s) for 2020 and wish to advise that all nominations received by the March 15 th , 2020 deadline will be carried forward and processed in 2021.
For further questions, you may contact the County Clerk at 705-743-0380 Extension 2102, the Deputy Clerk at Extension 2101,...
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In light of current circumstances, Warden J. Murray Jones has cancelled the County Council meetings scheduled for April 1, 2020 and April 15, 2020.

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Recycling and Garbage Service
Peterborough County (March 24, 2020) To ensure the health and safety of staff and our community Peterborough County is requesting residents make use of the curbside recycling and garbage programs available to them.  We understand residents are using this time to tackle projects around the home, we ask that they store bulky items (leaf and yard, brush, white goods, clothing donations, construction materials etc.) on their property and refrain...
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On March 23, 2020, Peterborough Mayor Therrien and Warden J. Murray Jones jointly called for a State of Emergency in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. 
“These unprecedented times call for swift and drastic measures!” stated Jones. “We need all non-essential workers to stay home.  We must protect our community! Now more than ever before we are all in this together...but you must stay apart!!” 
Up-to-date health information,...
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