Archive for October, 2024
County resident tests positive for West Nile virus
Ontario Public Health labs have confirmed a positive case of West Nile virus (WNv) in a Prince Edward County resident. While the presence of mosquitoes carrying WNv was reported by Hastings Prince Edward Public Health (HPEPH) during the summer of 2024, this is the first human case of WNv reported in Hastings and Prince Edward […]
Ferry returns to 30-minute service Oct. 15
Effective Oct. 15 the Glenora Ferry service will return to its regular winter schedule. One ferry will operate daily, providing service every 30 minutes between 0600h and 0115h. It will depart Glenora on the hour and the half-hour, and Adolphustown at a quarter to and a quarter after the hour.
Picton Terminals settlement bylaw adopted by council; farmers pleased with new grain shipping partnership
By Sharon Harrison The decision to accept the Picton Terminals settlement agreement finally came at Tuesday evening’s council meeting, with council voting in favour of adopting the minutes of settlement bylaw. In a recorded 7-6 vote, mayor Steve Ferguson and councillors John Hirsch, Phil St-Jean, Kate MacNaughton, Sam Branderhorst and Phil Prinzen were opposed (Bill […]
Hospital auxiliary celebrates 90th year honouring its volunteers
Celebrating its 90th year, the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary honoured the impressive dedication of its many volunteers during an appreciation event Sunday at the Wellington on the Lake Community Centre. More than 85 volunteers and invited guests were in attendance for the lunch and refreshments. Greetings were brought by Peggy Payne, chairperson of […]
Dazzling northern lights show Thursday brightest yet
OCT 10: Thursday night’s spectacular northern lights show featured many dazzling streaks across the sky – sometimes visible with your eyes (but still better with a camera). BELOW PIXS FROM OCT. 8 Strong geomagnetic storm conditions late Monday evening meant dazzling northern lights shows were visible across most of Southern Ontario, and much of Canada. […]
Public launch introduces cultural heritage master plan
By Sharon Harrison Attendees at a cultural heritage master plan public open house got an introduction to what the community-based plan is all about, and how it is expected to unfold, in what was an early stage engagement for the public. About 20 people tuned into the virtual meeting which provided opportunity for input, discussion […]
County’s Becky Meyer at Jr World Barefoot Water Ski Championships
The County’s Becky Meyer is competing at the 2024 IWWF Open, U23, and Junior World Barefoot Water Ski Championships in Auburndale, Florida Oct. 5-12. She is representing Canada on the Open Team, competing in the Slalom, Trick and Jump events. With 20 years of competitive barefooting experience Meyer is a seasoned athlete with numerous accomplishments […]
78 fraud incidents in PEC with losses more than $800,000
Prince Edward OPP remind everyone to be cautious of falling victim to fraud. From January to June of 2024, officers have responded to 78 fraud incidents with reported losses to members of the community of just over $815,000. October is Cyber Security Awareness Month. “Although these frauds vary in nature, there are several common themes; […]
New shuttle service goal to connect health care students with training and jobs
Students in health care programs at Loyalist College now have improved access to experiential learning opportunities in the County, thanks to a new shuttle service launched in partnership with Prince Edward County municipal services. Developed as part of the HealthPULSE (Partners United in Local Solutions for Everyone) initiative, the shuttle addresses one of the major […]
Family’s legacy gift honours above and beyond care at County’s hospital
For John and Geri Della Bosca, incredible care they received at Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital (PECMH) became an integral part of their legacy. Both John and Geri had occasions to use the hospital and felt the team at PECMH consistently went above and beyond to make them feel comfortable, noting they were treated with […]
