Archive for January, 2023
Four deaths related to COVID-19; three outbreaks in PEC
JAN. 31 – Four more deaths have been related to the COVID-19 virus in this week’s report from Hastings Prince Edward Public Health, bringing the total to 107 since the pandemic began in March 2020. Three of the five outbreaks are in Prince Edward County – at a congregate living facility, at Hallowell House and […]
Council to begin deep dive into a $87.4M capital budget
Council will begin considerations for an $87.4 million capital budget for 2023 Wednesday, Feb. 1-3. Capital budgets are planned spending for reconstruction or major improvements to infrastructure such as roads and bridges, as well as acquiring major equipment, technology or studies that guide long-term planning. The proposed rate-supported capital budget for water and wastewater services […]
Imagining a dark sky preserve at County’s South Shore
By Sharon Harrison The night sky, and especially one seen without interference of external light pollution, enchanted viewers of a recent presentation hosted by the South Shore Joint Initiative (SSJI). In their first event for 2023, the SSJI, a community group dedicated to protecting Prince Edward County’s south shore, welcomed South Marysburgh resident Steve Burr […]
Chamber of Commerce honours excellence in business at ‘final virtual’ awards ceremony
Prince Edward County’s Chamber of Commerce honoured leadership and business excellence during its third, and expected to be final virtual event – with plans for the 2023 awards to be held live in November. “We continue to be impressed by the entrepreneurial talent and spirit of PEC businesses,” said Duarte Da Silva, chair of the […]
Hospital staff honoured for dedication when storm closed the County
Quinte Health honoured staff from the County’s hospital for their commitment to patients, and each other, during the major winter storm Christmas weekend that closed roads following rain, high winds and heavy snow. The Quinte Health Board of Directors expressed gratitude at its January meeting, impressed with the level of teamwork and commitment displayed at […]
Picton Metro’s heart-warming effort for four-year-old’s birthday delights community
Thanks to social media, an entire community feels like it celebrated a unique birthday party with a four-year-old and is applauding efforts made by Picton’s Metro grocery store to make the day memorable. With thousands of views and positive comments racking in, Mom Hadas Brajtman had shared on Facebook, the “real feel good story” and […]
Sandy Pines teaching how to identify and respond to wildlife in distress
Sandy Pines Wildlife Centre in Napanee, has launched an online course to equip members of the public with skills to identify a wild animal in distress, and to safely secure and transport the animal to the centre for treatment. Without a dedicated rescue team, Sandy Pines Wildlife Centre relies on community members to bring animals […]
Ernie Parsons takes over school board trustee vacancy
Ernie Parsons has been sworn in as the new trustee for Sidney and Frankford. Parsons was selected through an interview process, which resulted from trustee Kristen Parks resigning just after the municipal election last fall. Parsons is well known in the community as a former public school board trustee, Member of Provincial Parliament, registered professional […]
Comments on proposal to burn Alternative Low Carbon Fuel due by Feb. 6
To the Editor: Lehigh Cement in Picton is seeking approval from the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) to use Alternative Low Carbon Fuels (ALCF). The company is proposing to burn up to 200 tons of ALCFs a day including biomass, wood from construction and demolition and non-recyclable paper and plastics to supplement […]
Winterfest comes to the Heights, bringing plenty of cool fun
By Sharon Harrison Lots of winter fun and games was had by the roughly 200 folks who dropped by a pop-up in the park winterfest Saturday afternoon in the Heights area of Picton. Put together by the Department of Illumination, led by artistic director Krista Dalby, the local arts organization is known for its extraordinary […]
