Peterborough Mayor Diane Therrien to return to office full-time on March 14

Peterborough Mayor Diane Therrien intends to return to office on March 14 following a temporary leave of absence.

In a post on Twitter on Wednesday morning, the mayor says based on advice from her doctor, she will be returning to her role part-time this week and in a full-time role next week.

Read more: Peterborough Mayor Diane Therrien takes leave of absence to address personal health

Therrien announced a leave of absence on Feb. 14 to address personal health issues.

In a Twitter post, she thanked those who sent her well wishes and support.

“I appreciate it more than I can express,” she said.

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— Diane Therrien (@DianeNTherrien) March 9, 2022

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In her absence, Deputy Mayor Andrew Beamer filled in as acting mayor. Therrien thanked him and council for their “ongoing work” for the community.

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