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COVID-19 Public Beach Use

Peterborough Public Health has advised the following regarding Trent Lakes public beaches and if they can be open.

Public beaches in Trent Lakes are allowed to be open to the public with social distancing measures in place. This includes when swimming or playing in the water or at the shoreline. Please be sure to follow all guidelines so that these outdoor recreation areas can remain open.

The public is always advised to use their best judgement and to strictly adhere to public safety health measures...

Gannon's Narrows Daily Bridge Closures

Notice of Bridge Closure
County of Peterborough
Gannon’s Narrows Bridge

Daily Bridge Closures – June 7 to June 30, 2021

Please be advised that repairs to damaged structure components at the Gannon’s Narrows Bridge located on County Road 16 will be commencing on June 7 to June 30, 2021.

During this period, the bridge will be completely closed to all traffic from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday, and reopened to traffic at night and on weekends.

During the closure periods, there will be no access...

COVID-19 Rapid Testing Portal for Workplaces

Peterborough Public Health has advised the province has recently increased access to onsite, rapid testing for some workplaces. 

Working with Ontario’s Chambers of Commerce and other workplace partners the Ontario government has launched a new rapid testing portal to make it easier for all essential businesses to access free rapid testing to help keep employees and their families safe. 

Businesses and workplaces can determine their eligibility (and subsequently apply to the program) with...

COVID-19 Shutdown and Stay-at-Home Order Extended to June 2, 2021

The Province announced today that the Stay-at-Home Order and province-wide shutdown will continue until at least June 2, 2021.

Peterborough Public Health has advised we are starting to see COVID-19 cases and indicators slowly trend downwards, which is such good news! However, despite improvements, key province-wide indicators remain high. They have also stated that hopefully with the measures in place for an additional 2 weeks, province-wide indicators will be quite a bit lower. The province...

Sandy Lake Cemetery Decoration Day Cancelled

Notice of Cancellation Sandy Lake Cemetery Decoration Day Service Municipality of Trent Lakes

Due to COVID-19, The Municipality of Trent Lakes is cancelling the Sandy Lake Cemetery Decoration Day service scheduled for June 27, 2021. The Sandy Lake Cemetery remains open for individuals wishing to access. Please continue to follow Provincial Orders, social distancing measures, and proper hygiene if visiting the Cemetery.

Questions can be directed to:

Municipality of Trent Lakes
760 Peterborough...