Archive for May, 2025
Council hears review of 10-year parks and recreation master plan
By Sharon Harrison The finalized version of the County’s parks and recreation master plan was presented to council (nine of 14 in attendance) at Thursday’s committee of the whole meeting. Sierra Planning and Management (SPM) was the consultancy firm instructed to undertake the task of reviewing the County’s parks and recreational facilities and amenities, a […]
Extraordinary generosity brings $3 million CT scanner to County’s new hospital
Extraordinary generosity of the community and transformational matching gifts have culminated in a successful $3 million campaign for the new Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital to have its first CT scanner. The funding is the result of a collective effort, made possible by contributions from Paul B. Helliwell Foundation, Norm Ritchie and Monique Postlewaite, […]
Partnerships enhance fun events with the libraries
At the County library branches, we’re always looking for opportunities to partner with other groups and organizations in our community – this includes the municipal recreation committees who work hard to create events and programming to bring neighbours together. Recently the Athol Recreation Committee held a trivia night, and the library was able to lend […]
Organizations team up to cook Meals on Wheels for County seniors
The Prince Edward County Community Care for Seniors Association has been delivering hot Meals on Wheels to County residents for 45 years. Following the retirement of long-time meal provider Bill Grieve, of Wheelhouse & Occasions Catering, the organization was in need of a second local meal provider for the program. Debbie MacDonald Moynes, Executive Director […]
Movie review , knitting, line dancing and more for seniors in June
Active Living Programs for seniors 60+ are available five days/week as Prince Edward Community Care is slowly and safely reintroducing in-person activities. Also on offer is more than 50 online events each month for seniors 60+. Online Zoom fitness and arts classes along with socials are held Monday to Friday. Visit the community care for […]
Join a nature-inspired Paint & Sip at Waupoos Winery – June 7
Join in on a relaxed and creative evening of painting among the vines! Set in the beautiful grounds of Waupoos Winery, this adults-only Paint & Sip experience is all about letting nature—and wine—inspire your creativity. We’ll guide you step-by-step through a nature-themed painting. No experience? No problem! Tracers and tools will be available for anyone […]
Fun with the HUB; author talk, guide dog and more at the County libraries
Join the HUB in Bloomfield The Hub (EarlyON PEC) visits the Bloomfield Branch Thursday, June 5 for a popup playgroup from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Illustrator Meg Hewick will read from her book “The Troublesome Twenty” and children and families will have the opportunity to explore the newly refreshed children’s space, thanks to the Friends […]
Go to Men’s Open, Syracuse Nationals or Muskoka Cruise with Franklin Tours
Take an exciting trip or tour with Franklin’s team of courteous and capable drivers! Whether you are booking a day tour as a quick escape or overnight tours, you can be sure that your experience is in good hands! Canada’s National Men’s Open Golf Championship – June 8 $ 240 (HST included) We are so […]
Council to tell province it opposes strong mayor powers
By Sharon Harrison “I cannot see any reason why any of the strong mayor powers would be used, and it’s safe to say that it’s my intention that this remains business as usual,” said County mayor Steve Ferguson. The meaning, details. some implications and processes of strong mayor powers, as they relate to Prince Edward […]
Quinte Health gains $236,000 in base funding to expand violence and sexual assault response program
The province is providing Quinte Health an additional $236,000 in base funding to expand services provided by its Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Response Program. Tyler Allsopp, MPP for Bay of Quinte made the announcement, noting new base funding allocated in 2024-2025 will provide $140,000 for enhanced nursing supports, and $96,000 for a clinical […]
