Archive for January, 2024
Standing ovation for young man who saved family from fire
Council, members of the public and a proud family were on their feet with a standing ovation for a young man who saved lives and received civic recognition at Tuesday’s meeting. While fire last May was consuming the home of the Wellington family of Adnan Mustafa and Suhaila El Husein, their 14-year-old son Ahmed showed […]
Transitional housing project to help address homelessness moves forward
UPDATE JAN 30: Council approved the idea of the transitional housing, the partnership, lease language and memorandum of understanding agreements. Following emails and two comments at the meeting from nearby residents, there were apologies for lack of transparency in communication about the project. Staff has been directed to consult consult with impacted landowners and interested […]
Consecon development plans low-density sub-division
UPDATE JAN 30: Approved by council to move forward. By Sharon Harrison JAN. 25: The little hamlet of Consecon is expected to experience some growth after council supported a proposed modest sub-division development application of just 37 dwelling units at Wednesday’s planning and development committee meeting. Councillors approved a draft plan of sub-division and zoning […]
ROMA report urges province to improve rural health services
Rural communities are disproportionately impacted by Ontario’s healthcare crisis, according to a new report published by the Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA). The paper, titled Fill the Gaps Closer to Home, was presented at the 2024 ROMA Conference held in Toronto Jan. 21 to 23. It calls for different approaches and solutions to help bring […]
Two face gun, drug and stolen property charges
Two Consecon residents face gun and drug charges after police executed a search warrant at a Salem Road residence Thursday, Jan. 25. Members of the OPP’s East Region Community Street Crime Unit charged the two in a joint operation including the Prince Edward County, Lennox & Addington County, Quinte West, Frontenac, and Madoc Community Street […]
Roundabout preferred choice – but solution slow coming to Cty Rd 1 and Hwy 62
By Sharon Harrison Whether it’s a roundabout or traffic lights, both choices remain on the table as viable options to fix help the on-going traffic problems where County Road 1 intersects with Highway 62, ensuring the number of accidents at the problematic intersection could be reduced with an amended layout. However, a roundabout is the […]
Firefighters called to ensure safety of youth on cracking ice
UPDATE: The youth was rescued in care of PEC fire and en route to shore, possibly suffering hypothermia and will be examined by EMS. NOON: Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue was called Thursday at lunch time to assist a 15-year-old to safety from cracking ice. The caller indicated the youth had not gone through […]
Date change for schools’ April PA Day due to solar eclipse
The Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board has changed the date of the professional activity (PA) day in April to Monday, April 8, from Friday, April 12. The total solar eclipse will occur on April 8 and parts of Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board will be in the path of totality, which […]
New CBC series ‘Ghosting’ opens at historic Merrill House in Picton
Thrills and chills of past lives at Picton’s historic Merrill House will unfold in a new CBC series “Ghosting”, premiering this Friday. The new unscripted comedy is an eight-part series starring Luke Hutchie and Matthew Finlan and will feature on the CBC Gem streaming service. Hutchie is well known for starring opposite Priyanka (Glamerous) and […]
Reduced load period for roads goes into effect Feb. 5
Reduced load restrictions will be in place on several County roads as of Monday, Feb. 5. During this period, loads are restricted to five tonnes per axle. The reduced load restrictions will be in effect on all sideroads (surface treated roads and gravel roads) as well as select paved County roads including 13, 16, 19, […]
