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Monday, April 6th, 2026

Hare-larious family fun at egg-ceptional Easter hunt

Story and photos by Sharon Harrison The Easter bunny was a busy bunny this weekend juggling lots of chocolate eggs in areas all over the County all while hoping to stay dry. But the skill of juggling raindrops wasn’t needed as he brought a little sunshine to Picton, albeit with a biting cold wind. […]

County Reads debate will launch annual Author’s Festival

Cheer on five County residents as they defend their chosen Canadian books at the 2026 County Reads event, for the first time moderated by local author and storyteller Janet Kellough. The event opens the County Library Author’s Festival – a celebration of the written word through several events organized by the library with a committee […]

Macaulay Village initiative designated a project of community interest

By Sharon Harrison Whole-heartedly behind the Department of Illumination’s vision to bring a small community centre to Macaulay Village Park -also known locally as the Heights – council designated it a project of community interest. Many around the horseshoe not only praised the idea, but also its proposed execution. The designation allows the Department of […]

County to operate Picton Harbour marina for new owner

By Sharon Harrison The terms of a proposed draft lease agreement for an area of Picton Harbour known as Water Lot 1, was approved by council at Thursday’s committee of the whole meeting. The agreement with the new owner, Casa Dea Finance Limited, is expected to be enacted at the April 7 council meeting, along […]

Disraeli housing to be ready this year; Niles project a few years away

By Sharon Harrison An update from the Prince Edward County Affordable Housing Corporation (PECAHC) on the status of its long-stalled few projects was received by council this week. The update was promised at the January council meeting (see that story below) to deliver some good news and councillor Phil St-Jean, chair of the corporation, accompanied […]

County addressing concerns over roof replacement at historic Macaulay museum

UPDATE: Museum closure extended into April The Macaulay Heritage Park Museum will remain closed for roofing work and repairs until Wednesday, April 15. It was originally scheduled to reopen Wednesday, April 1 but the roofing work is dependent on weather conditions. Concerns about construction at Macaulay Heritage Park Museum are being addressed as the museum, […]

LOCAL NEWS
Fire at resort in Wellington
Police and fire crews raced to Wander the Resort in Wellington Saturday before 9 a.m.
Lapsed Cork & Vine Wellington sub-division decision deferred by council
By Sharon Harrison Having been allowed to lapse (by the applicant), the previously-approved application of
Clerk’s office temporarily relocates to the Wellington Town Hall
The Prince Edward County Clerk’s Office will be temporarily relocating from Shire Hall to the
County to operate Picton Harbour marina for new owner
By Sharon Harrison The terms of a proposed draft lease agreement for an area of
County’s $12 million ‘Sunshine List’ alarms councillor
By Sharon Harrison The County’s public sector salary list (known as the Sunshine List) for
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AROUND THE HORN
County Reads debate will launch annual Author’s Festival
Cheer on five County residents as they defend their chosen Canadian books at the 2026
Roberts, Sorbara and Coyne in conversation about crisis
Andrew Coyne is one of Canada’s most esteemed political thinkers. You may recognize his name
Bloomfield resident ‘Aces’ lottery prize win
Pamela Reynolds of Bloomfield is $350,000 richer after winning top prize with the Instant Aces
Macaulay Village initiative designated a project of community interest
By Sharon Harrison Whole-heartedly behind the Department of Illumination’s vision to bring a small community
Full burn ban in effect April 1
Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue (PECFR) is restricting all burning in the municipality effective
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Enjoy One of a Kind Show, Ottawa tulips, A beautiful Noise; Peony Festival and more with Franklin Tours
Take an exciting trip or tour with Franklin’s team of courteous and capable drivers! Whether
Countylicious lunch, dinner and brunch at Waupoos Winery
Estate Hours Restaurant Lunch Thurs – Sat 11am – 3pmDinner Thurs – Sat 5pm –
Now open seven days a week: the Waring House
Now open 7 days a week! Join us at Amelia’s Garden Restaurant for
Astronomy and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life; The Ontario Cottage and more at the library
Prince Edward County offers six library branches with programs and services for everyone. Visit peclibrary.org to find
Meal and a movie, fitness, cookies, bowling and more for seniors in April
Active Living Programs for seniors 60+ are available five days/week through the Prince Edward Community
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Sign up to read 1,000 books before Kindergarten
Families are invited to join the 1000 Books (or more) before Kindergarten program at the
Release, Restore, Rebalance at Heartwood Healing Arts
You are not alone. Life has its challenges, and wherever you are on your path,
Bay of Quinte Mutual Insurance – specialized in your needs
Bay of Quinte Mutual Insurance provides a wide range of insurance products and has an
HELP WANTED – career, volunteer & employment
Help wanted notices for Prince Edward County – Home care providers, hospitality, hospital volunteers needed
Community Care for Seniors foot care clinics
A Good Daily Foot Care Routine Daily foot care helps keep your feet healthy and
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