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Wednesday, March 3rd, 2021

Tree clearing at historic homes heightens demolition fears; year-old ministry report still not public

Fears the province will demolish two historic abandoned homes at Sandbanks Provincial Park were heightened Wednesday morning as concerned citizens witnessed a tree service company clearing trees from one of the properties. Liz Driver, of the Prince Edward Heritage Advisory Committee (PEHAC), is concerned the two historic homes at Sandbanks Provincial Park could be […]

Vaccine rollout clinic opens at Loyalist College

COVID-19 vaccine clinics began at Loyalist College Monday for Phase 1 Immediate Priority groups. The appointment are filled primarily with long term care and high-risk retirement home staff and essential caregivers. Hastings Prince Edward Public Health notes the college will serve as a primary vaccination clinic site for the duration of the COVID-19 vaccine roll-out […]

Free postcards ask Canadians to re-connect ‘Write Here, Write Now’

To help Canadians stay in touch and re-connect with each other just short of one full year into the COVID-19 pandemic, Canada Post is delivering free prepaid postcards. “Staying in touch can make a difference. When a hug isn’t possible, a handwritten message shows the people we care about that they’re on our mind and […]

Hospital Auxiliary in final stretch of $1M pledge to Back the Build

With a presentation of a fourth installment on their $1M pledge to Back the Build of the County’s new hospital, Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary volunteers are just $216,000 away from their goal. Auxiliary representatives presented the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation team with $234,000 Thursday for a total of this pledge so […]

New hospital cashes in on Rotary – Printcraft calendar sales partnership

While ‘fences’ are the theme of the Picton Rotary’s 2021 cash calendar, the decision to support the new hospital campaign wasn’t something a local business owner needed to sit on the fence about. Heather VanVlack, owner of Printcraft in Picton, was quick to end 2020 on a positive note by helping the Rotary Club of […]

County’s north-end historic homes and characters shine in virtual tour

Story by Sharon Harrison A virtual tour of some of Prince Edward County’s historic homes, and an insight into the characters who lived in them, was one of several celebrations of the County’s heritage during Flashback February events. Flashback February 2021 the Living Room Edition, was hosted by County Museums, and runs in conjunction with […]

LOCAL NEWS
County backyard hen flock tests positive for infectious disease
The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Farming and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) has confirmed that a small
Two variant COVID cases in Hastings Prince Edward
MARCH 3 – Two separate cases of COVID-19 in the region have screened positive for
’10-4′ on County’s draft Official Plan
By Sharon Harrison At a five hour Special Council meeting Wednesday night, the Prince Edward
Two new COVID-19 cases; 2,186 vaccinations
FEB. 28 – Two new COVID-19 cases were recorded – in Belleville. With recoveries, the
Enhanced requirements effective immediately aim to prevent spread of COVID-19 and variants
Hastings Prince Edward Public Health has announced new requirements from the Ministry of Health to
Ice safety reminder following recovery of partially submerged vehicle
Prince Edward County Fire and Rescue and Prince Edward OPP responded to a report of
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AROUND THE HORN
Land records help people become property detectives
By Sharon Harrison People looking to learn about the history of their home and land
Concert, fundraiser launched to assist County man’s road to recovery
Back Forty Productions will host a four-part virtual benefit concert series for PEC native Alec
Homeowners seek support to protect their water source
To the Editor: A small group of concerned homeowners strongly opposed to the creation of
Rossmore/Fenwood Gardens drinking water service interruption Thursday
A full system-wide service interruption for all customers connected to the Rossmore/Fenwood Gardens drinking water
Skyway Bridge construction to resume March 1
Construction on the Skyway Bridge on Highway 49 is expected to begin again March 1.
Artist painting her way through pandemic supports County’s hospital
Pamela Carter has been painting her way through the pandemic. The Wellington artist recently gave
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COMING EVENTS
Bids will help look after the County’s birds
As with many non-profit organizations facing financial hardships over the past year due to the
Seniors invited to dance, garden, laugh and learn online
Prince Edward Community Care offers free events for seniors 60+ both online and by telephone
Library is full S.T.E.A.M. ahead with Discovery Kits
Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (S.T.E.A.M.) by borrowing a Discovery Kit from the
New Hospice workshops feature ‘Dinner for One’ and creative ways to honour legacies
Following the death of a partner, dinner time is often one of the most difficult
PEPtBO’s free kids’ club offering ‘snow much fun’
There is no shortage of family fun and adventures to be had in nature. The
Learn art of watercolour journaling
Seniors aged 60+ are invited to join a free, five-week online beginner workshop on the
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