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Thursday, May 14th, 2026

Council welcomes new fire chief; new roof for Crystal Palace among council business

By Sharon Harrison The regular council meeting held Tuesday evening had a long and varied agenda of miscellaneous items, but it began on a joyful note that included a ceremony outside Shire Hall just prior to the meeting, and inside. Mayor Steve Ferguson said the ceremony is one that used to take place in Prince […]

‘Good news’: Community raises a half million at Jim Cuddy night for County’s hospital

An Evening with Jim Cuddy, last week saw a sold-out crowd of 200 guests net $577,000 in support of a new mammography machine for Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital (PECMH). The highlight of the evening was a powerful “Fund-a-Cause” cash auction, where 42 donors pledged outright gifts that were matched dollar for dollar up […]

‘Tremendous amount of progress’ despite challenges for County’s new hospital

By Sharon Harrison “When I stand inside the walls of the new hospital and I look around, I think the word that comes to mind is wonder,” shared Stacey Daub, president and CEO of Quinte Health. “It’s just such a great example of human will and capacity to build something so unique, and so beautiful, […]

Spring springing up in the County

Sunshine and warmer temperatures brought walkers, bikers and hikers to the many trails throughout the County. Others hosted yard sales, mowed lawns and began garden cleanups. Following showers in the evening and overnight, sunshine is expected to continue into Sunday (with some cloud) and a high of 14 C.

Fire pumper truck donated to training centre in memory of Jim Young

The late Jim Young’s legacy of training the next generation of firefighters will live on through the donation of a fire pumper truck to the Hastings Prince Edward Regional Training Centre. Municipal leaders, fire service representatives, and family members remembered and honoured the former firefighter during a ceremony May 7 where the truck was formally […]

Would you be ready in an emergency, outage or disaster?

By Sharon Harrison It’s often human nature to be reactive to a situation rather than pro-active, especially if that situation has an emergency or disaster element as a result of extreme weather, food shortages or a prolonged power outage, for examples. Such emergencies can happen at any time, often with little or no warning. And […]

LOCAL NEWS
‘Tremendous amount of progress’ despite challenges for County’s new hospital
By Sharon Harrison “When I stand inside the walls of the new hospital and I
UPDATE: Bloomfield Main Street project enters week seven
The County of Prince Edward is rehabilitating Bloomfield Main Street from Corey to Wellington streets,
Municipality responds to contamination incident in Marsh Creek
UPDATE MAY 7: A crew has completed its clean up of the road and catch
Bay of Quinte MP appointed to National Environment Committee
Chris Malette, Bay of Quinte MP, has been appointed to the House of Commons Standing
Municipal interim review notes inflection point; Disraeli housing hits finance hurdles
By Sharon Harrison At last week’s committee of the whole meeting, council heard two presentations,
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AROUND THE HORN
Fire pumper truck donated to training centre in memory of Jim Young
The late Jim Young’s legacy of training the next generation of firefighters will live on
Go to the library for help filing your census (and other tech needs)
As you may know, Statistics Canada is conducting data for the 2026 census. If you
Would you be ready in an emergency, outage or disaster?
By Sharon Harrison It’s often human nature to be reactive to a situation rather than
Double surface road treatments begin
The County continues its rural road improvement program this month with the rollout of the
Stay vigilant against charity donation fraud: OPP
Prince Edward OPP remind everyone to remain cautious and vigilant regarding charity and donation scams.
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COMING EVENTS
Make buttons, celebrate Bloomfield library and more at the libraries
Prince Edward County offers six library branches with programs and services for everyone. Visit peclibrary.org to find
Visit St. Jacobs Market, 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
Plan a weekend getaway at Waupoos Winery
Weekend Getaway Book your escape to the countryside. Unwind, recharge, and experience the charm
Live entertainment at the Waring House
Spring Hours Breakfast – Amelia’s Garden is available Monday-Saturday from 8 am-10:30am. Breakfast
Fitness, hot food, luncheon socials and more for seniors in May
Active Living Programs for seniors 60+ are available five days/week through the Prince Edward Community
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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
Peaceful retreat space at Heartwood Healing Arts
Heartwood Healing Arts is a peaceful retreat space for healing and personal growth, rooted in
Sign up to read 1,000 books before Kindergarten
Families are invited to join the 1000 Books (or more) before Kindergarten program at the
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