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A visit with the caribou at Riverview Park and ZooOn this edition of Out & About Caley Bedore visits Riverview Park and Zoo to meet two caribou and learn more about the species.Dec 21, 2023
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Peterborough city council considers drinking water and zoo takeovers from Peterborough Utility CommissionPeterborough city council met Monday for the second last time this year. Multiple motions were before council including a move to take over operations for water services, including the Riverview Park and Zoo. Robert Lothian reports.PoliticsDec 5, 2023
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Riverview Park and Zoo in Peterborough continues fundraising for new mini trainCanada’s only free accredited zoo is right here in Peterborough, and is a staple for local residents. Tricia Mason checked in with manager and curator Cathy Mitchell and program supervisor Dawn Pond for an update on what’s happening at the zoo.The Morning Show on CHEXSep 1, 2023
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Riverview Park & Zoo fully reopening in Peterborough Nov. 26If you’ve been missing the animals at the Peterborough zoo, you’re not alone. Riverview Park and Zoo staff members say they’ve been missing you too. But as of Nov. 26, you’ll be able to see your furry and feathered friends again as often as you’d like. Jessica Nyznik reports.EntertainmentNov 19, 2021
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Peterborough Global News Update 3: Aug. 12, 2020NEWS UPDATE with Keri Ferguson Ontario NDP leader Andrea Horwath visits Peterborough; Peterborough’s Riverview Park & Zoo reopens this weekend; Otonabee Conservation declares a Level 2 low water condition; 7 day regional weather outlook. Issued: 4:15 pm.EntertainmentAug 12, 2020
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Peterborough Riverview Park & Zoo accepting donations to help animalsRiverview Park and Zoo, like a lot of businesses and attractions, has been hit hard by the cornavirus pandemic. The zoo is currently closed and zoo officials say a lack of human interaction is actually harmful for the animals. Tricia Mason explains and tells us how you can help.EconomyNov 29, 2020
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Global News Peterborough Update 2: March 16, 2023Tim Farquharson settles into his new role as Chief of Port Hope Police; skating at Quaker Foods City Square closes Friday; several endangered species at Riverview Park and Zoo; Skytracker weather. Noor Ibrahim has the details.Mar 16, 2023
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Discarded Christmas trees end up as food for zoo animalsAfter the holidays, most real Christmas trees end up being collected by public works and then mulched. But the Riverview Park and Zoo in Peterborough is putting some to a different use.Jan 6, 2020
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Global News Peterborough Update 4: May 2, 2022The Special Victims Unit of the Peterborough Police Service to receive nearly three million dollars from the provincial government; Riverview Park and Zoo seeks the public’s help after its miniature train is damaged and its iconic brass bell is stolen; plans underway to create more patio and pedestrian space in downtown Peterborough; Caley Bedore’s seven...CrimeMay 2, 2022
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Peterborough Riverview Park and Zoo fully open to the publicThe Riverview Park and Zoo is opening its gates to welcome visitors back without an appointment. Our own Tricia mason spent her day walking among the animals…she has the latest.EconomyMar 22, 2022
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Global News Peterborough Update 3: March 22, 2022NEWS UPDATE with Keri Ferguson A deal between the NDP and Liberals will bring action on dental care, climate change, housing and paid sick leave; Stats Canada reports Peterborough and region has the highest per capita rate of hate crimes in the country; Riverview Park and Zoo opens its gates; Caley Bedore’s 7 day weather...CrimeMar 22, 2022
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Young photographers immersed in nature for Roberta Bondar ChallengeIn Peterborough, the Riverview Park and Zoo has struck a partnership to coach young photographers in nature photography, and help them enter their images into the Roberta Bondar nature photo challenge. There are summer camp, online, and in-school versions of the challenge inviting all ages across the country to connect with nature through photography. Cathy...The Morning Show on CHEXJul 14, 2022
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Family receives private zoo tour after son with autism was discriminated againstA family from Belleville was given a private tour of the Riverview Park and Zoo in Peterborough Monday, after Ashley Wright and her 13-year-old son Logan, who has severe autism, were the target of some discriminatory comments earlier this month. Zoo staff and members of the Peterborough Police Service joined Logan and his family on...Jun 25, 2018
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Peterborough zoo offers to help autistic boy allegedly accosted duringA Belleville mom says she plans to re-visit the Riverview Park and Zoo in Peterborough with her kids, even though their last trip was not at all pleasant. Ashley Wright’s 13-year-old son Logan has severe autism and was subjected to a cruel outburst from another visitor last Sunday. AS Dan Nyznik reports, the experience has...Jun 15, 2018
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Car goes off roadway near Riverview Park and Zoo in PeterboroughThe vehicle was travelling on Water Street on Thursday when it left the road and landed in a field near the zoo’s golf course.TrafficJul 3, 2020
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Riverview Park and Zoo receives $25,000 donation from Rotary Club of Peterborough Kawartha for new trainThe Riverview Park and Zoo is asking the community to get on board and help replace the beloved miniature train. The locomotive plays an important role in keeping the zoo’s admission free for all. On Wednesday the zoo announced a major donation to help reach its fundraising goal. Katrina Squazzin has more.EntertainmentMay 12, 2022
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Global News Peterborough Update 3: Nov. 19, 2021NEWS UPDATE with Keri Ferguson Health Canada approves Pfizer’s pediatric vaccine for children ages 5 to 11; a Brampton teen faces multiple charges following an auto crash in Norwood; Peterborough’s Riverview Park and Zoo will reopen on November 26th; 5 day weather outlook.CrimeNov 19, 2021
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Global News Peterborough Updates 4: Nov. 19, 2021NEWS UPDATE with Keri Ferguson Health Canada approves Pfizer’s pediatric vaccine for children ages 5 to 11; a Brampton teen faces multiple charges following an auto crash in Norwood; Peterborough’s Riverview Park and Zoo will reopen on November 26th; 5 day weather outlook.CrimeNov 19, 2021
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Riverview Park & Zoo in Peterborough reopening after being closed amid COVID-19 pandemicThe Riverview Park & Zoo, in Peterborough, Ont. is reopening November 26th. The zoo has been closed to the public, apart from limited guided tours, during the pandemic. Caley Bedore has more.Nov 19, 2021
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Global News Peterborough Update 4: March 22, 2022NEWS UPDATE with Keri Ferguson A deal between the NDP and Liberals will bring action on dental care, climate change, housing and paid sick leave; Stats Canada reports Peterborough and region has the highest per capita rate of hate crimes in the country; Riverview Park and Zoo opens its gates; Caley Bedore’s 7 day weather...CrimeMar 22, 2022