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Wednesday, October 28th, 2026

U13 Kings capture hometown tourney title

For the first time in more than a decade, the Kings can finally lay claim to a milking crown. The Terra Vista Landscaping Kings came out the better against the visiting West Carleton Crusaders 3-1 in the U13 Division Finals on Sunday afternoon. Since the Prince Edward County Minor Hockey Association teamed up with […]

Ernie Margetson wins mayor’s seat; voter turn out over 50% but ballot question fails

By Sue Capon Ernie Margetson will be taking over the mayor’s seat in Prince Edward County with six incumbent councillors (three acclaimed) and seven new faces. Voter turnout at 50.07 per cent (13,381 of 26,723 voters) was higher than 2022’s election at 47.05 per cent (11,262 voters) and even though it broke the 50 per […]

Municipal election day is Monday, Oct. 26

Voting continues online, and in-person on Election Day Monday, Oct. 26, from 10am – 8pm If you are on the voters list, you will have received a voting card in the mail with a personalized PIN, which will allow you to vote in person, or online. If you have not registered, or did not receive […]

Rubblization and base paving of County Road 49 continues

UPDATE Oct. 23: Rubblization of the existing concrete surface roadway continued past the Heidelberg Materials cement plant (1370 County Road 49) this past week. Rubblization will continue next week. The municipality anticipates that rubblization will be complete within the next two weeks. The first layer of base paving has been completed to just north of […]

Matching donations could help Back the Build cross the finish line

With approximately $800,000 remaining for the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation to reach its $30-million Back the Build campaign goal, a local resident is giving the community an opportunity to make every new gift go twice as far. David Binet has committed to match new gifts to Back the Build, dollar for dollar, up […]

Two Austins power goals for Prince Edward County Kings

This weekend marks the return of the 15th annual Milk Up Prince Edward County Kings hockey tournament in Picton, Wellington and Deseronto. The tournament kicks off with games Friday morning. Upward of 40 teams in five age brackets from as far away as Parry Sound, Ottawa and Collingwood will be in Prince Edward County to […]

LOCAL NEWS
Ernie Margetson wins mayor’s seat; voter turn out over 50% but ballot question fails
By Sue Capon Ernie Margetson will be taking over the mayor’s seat in Prince Edward
Rubblization and base paving of County Road 49 continues
UPDATE Oct. 23: Rubblization of the existing concrete surface roadway continued past the Heidelberg Materials
Two canoeists rescued after capsizing
Two people are alive thanks to life jackets and emergency services. Prince Edward OPP and
More than 10 per cent of PEC electors have cast ballots so far
Following the in-person advance voting day Saturday, Oct. 17 and approximately 48 hours after internet
Parade of pumpkins enchants giant Wellington festival
Story and photos by Sharon Harrison It has been said that a pumpkin a day
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AROUND THE HORN
Pirates work overtime to pacify Panthers
Story and photos by Jason Parks It took drama, overtime and plenty of offence, but
Section of Fry Road closed for culvert replacements
Fry Road, near the intersection of County Road 5 is to be closed for approximately
Himelfarb likens computer impact on chess to AI conversation
Author Jordan Himelfarb joined us last week at the Picton Branch Library to discuss his
County data just a click away with launch of new portal
The County of Prince Edward has launched its new Open Data Portal, providing public access
Matching donations could help Back the Build cross the finish line
With approximately $800,000 remaining for the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation to reach its
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COMING EVENTS
Countylicious at Waupoos Winery
Visit Waupoos Estates Winery from Oct. 22nd to Nov. 15th for a delicious taste of
Live entertainment, trivia returns and Countylicious at the Waring House
Barley Room Pub – Open 7 days a week 12 pm-8 pm & Friday-Saturday
Hear fun stories from The County Naturally at naturalists event Oct. 27
Join the PEC Field Naturalists Tuesday, Oct. 27 for the annual general meeting and presentation,
Build Change, chair yoga …and more at the libraries
Prince Edward County offers six library branches with programs and services for everyone. Visit peclibrary.org to find
Active Living programs, open houses, webinars and more for seniors in October
For details on any Prince Edward County Community Care for Seniors program or service, visit
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SHOPPING & SERVICES
Become a PEC Hospital Auxiliary volunteer – make a difference
The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary is recruiting new volunteers.Openings are available in the
Bay of Quinte Mutual Insurance – specialized in your needs
Bay of Quinte Mutual Insurance provides a wide range of insurance products to protect your
HELP WANTED – career, volunteer & employment
Help wanted notices for Prince Edward County – Home care providers, hospitality, hospital volunteers needed
Loyalist Jams – for farm to table goodness in the County
Enjoy farm to table goodness with Loyalist Jams, and fill your pantry, or share with
Weed Man Picton nourishing Prince Edward County lawns
For decades, Weed Man Picton has created outdoor yards and landscapes that customers are proud
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