Archive for January, 2011
On the cutting edge of collections
With the current popularity of television programs like Pawn Shop, American Pickers and Antiques Road Show, interest in collecting stuff is starting to revive. For anyone who has a collecting bug there are limitless opportunities to get involved in any number of cultural or natural elements. You are only limited by your energy, your storage […]
Seniors trek on the track
Almost eight years to the day, Community Care announces the Wellington Walking Program will move to the indoor track at the new Wellington and District Community Centre. Nestled in the CML Snider Elementary School in Wellington, walkers have enjoyed good health while walking the halls of the school and some will continue at this location. […]
Prince Edward Peewee Kings win American Cup bronze
The RBC Mortgage Specialist Peewee AE Kings were bronze medalists at the American Cup hockey tournament held in Lake Placid over the New Year holiday. They played teams from New York, Michigan and Ohio, defeating the Cincinnati Jr. Cyclones to win the bronze medal. Tucker Goodman won the goaltender skills competition while Jacob Kuipers was […]
Lots of laughs with Little Fockers
Hopefully everyone got through their holiday turkeys and if ever there was a segue opportunity there it was – however, this week I’m reviewing Little Fockers and it’s actually quite good. For the record I’m not really a fan of Ben Stiller, Robert DeNiro as a comic actor or movies that rely primarily on a […]
It’s a small world indeed
County neigbours (from left) Marguerite VonLieven, Tony Griffith, Norma Griffith, Bill Wightman and Herb VonLieven met up unexpectedly while on a cruise. While enjoying a three-week cruise down the Amazon, Bill and Verna Wightman were surprised to find themselves among County neighbours. During a conversation with a fellow passenger, the familiar question of “Where are […]
Jamie Kennedy named Order of Canada member
CHEERS! to renowed Canadian Chef Jamie Kennedy, a part-time County resident, who was named a Member of the Order of Canada last week for his promotion of Canadian cuisine and the use of organic, sustainable and locally sourced foods. “Thanks so much everyone for your felicitations. It means so much to me, and so meaningful […]
Russians looking for a hat trick in Wellington tonight
The Russians are coming and they’re looking for a hat trick when they face off against the Wellington Dukes tonight at 7 p.m. at the new Wellington arena. The Red Stars trounced teams in Stratford and Niagara Falls this week. The Red Stars is a team comprised of players considered for their national junior team […]
Partnerships will help County prosper: Mayor
A record attendance of about 300 people greeted Prince Edward County staff and council during the New Year’s Levee Sunday at the Wellington and District Community Centre. Mayor Peter Mertens welcomed guests and dignitaries from the County, Quinte West, Belleville and CFB Trenton. “We wanted to showcase one of our new facilities for the levee […]
Citizens of the year deliver thanks
Cheers to Bob & Linda Downey (center) who were named Citizen of the Year 2010 from the Wellington Legion. Linda & Bob run the Storehouse Foodbank in Wellington. The Storehouse Foodbank thanks you! The Storehouse Foodbank would like to thank the following people and organizations for their help and support in the month of December […]
Hurry HAAAAAAARD!
Admission was free of charge at the Prince Edward Curling Club last week following an invitation for families to learn about rocks and hacks and more. Although curling is a competitive and strategic game, 97% of all Canadian curlers play for fun and recreation — so don’t feel intimidated. There are leagues for new curlers […]
