Archive for July, 2017
Firefighters demonstrate rescue techniques
Members from the Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue (Division 5) were demonstrating extrication techniques and procedures on the weekend at Rossmore. They also spoke with visitors about fire safety issues and hosted a barbecue. John Ferguson photo
County author Janet Kellough releases sixth book in mystery series
County author Janet Kellough is signing copies of her newly-released book – the sixth in Kellough’s wildly successful Thaddeus Lewis mystery series. Each book in the series stands on its own, but if there’s anybody out there who is new to the stories surrounding the itinerant “saddlebag” preacher, having all six will give a richly […]
Hear planning expert’s ideas for Picton Library renovation
Melanie Hare, urban planning expert, will discuss possibilities for expanding the Picton Branch Library at a meeting open to the public, Wednesday, July 19th at 2pm. Hare, with Urban Strategies, a Toronto-based firm, will talk about the branch with a focus on promoting connection to the community, creating a community showcase and ensuring the project […]
Chicken nuggets recalled due to salmonella contamination
President’s Choice brand Pub Recipe Chicken Nuggets are the latest food added to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s recall list – due to possibility of salmonella contamination. The uncooked, breaded cutlets are in an 800gm package with the code 2018 MR 15, UPC 060383 13171 5 The Loblaw Companies product was distributed nationally. If you […]
Visual legacies to celebrate County’s 225th birthday for generations to come
It was the perfect day for a picnic to celebrate Prince Edward County’s 225th birthday, Sunday, July 16. Community members gathered around the historic Crystal Palace at Picton Fairgrounds to enjoy picnic lunches and entertainment by fiddler Luke Norton while they awaited the unveiling of a commemorative barn quilt – marking both the County’s 225th birthday and […]
County’s ward boundaries decision at OMB July 19
An Ontario Municipal Board hearing is set to get under way July 19 at Shire Hall as a County man appeals the municipality’s 2016 decision to redefine ward boundaries. In January last year, council decided to combine Bloomfield with Hallowell ward and lose one of two representatives in Sophiasburgh which cuts the members around the […]
Ontario PC Leader helps local kids sharpen hockey skills
Patrick Brown, avid hockey fan and Ontario PC Leader, helped lead hockey drills during the Quinte Red Devils hockey camp session at Rhino Sports in Belleville Thursday night. “When I’m travelling across the province, I’m always looking for ways to stay active,” Brown said. “I was lucky enough to help the next generation of hockey […]
Change of Command at 8 Wing CFB Trenton
Colonel (Col.) Mark Goulden was welcomed as 8 Wing/ Canadian Forces Base Trenton’s newest Commander during a Change of Command ceremony Friday. “We are here today to say thank you – and to bid a fond farewell – to your outgoing Wing Commander Col. Keiver. We are also formally welcoming Col. Goulden on board as […]
County mail carriers do more than deliver the mail
Local members of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) have reconfirmed their willingness to continue to keep a friendly eye on local seniors who sign up for a Rural Route Reassurance Program. The Prince Edward County Community Care for Seniors Association is one of few agencies offering the reassurance program. The local Rural and […]
Funding and assistance available to remediate shoreline damage
Help is available for County’s shoreline landowners facing damage to their property due to this year’s extreme high water levels. “As water levels start to recede landowners are beginning to realize the extent of the damage,” said Mary Gunning, BQRAP Stewardship Technician. “Many shorelines have experienced severe erosion issues. Not only creating aesthetics issues and […]
