Archive for May, 2025
County prepares to operate Picton Marina
Council agreed to update its fees, charges and parking bylaws as it prepares to operate the Picton Harbour Marina this season – perhaps opening this weekend. Albert Paschkowiak, supervisor, environmental services and sustainability, made the report for council’s Tuesday night meeting. He noted it is hoped to be able to open the marina this weekend, […]
Conduct complaints about two councillors officially dismissed
Complaints about the conduct of two Prince Edward County councillors have been dismissed by the integrity commissioner. The report is made public as it goes to council for Tuesday night’s meeting. It states the integrity commissioner received two formal complaints Nov. 9, 2024 alleging councillors Sam Branderhorst and Kate MacNaughton violated the code of conduct […]
School board award honours PECI teacher’s methods of mindfulness
Grade 2 teacher Teresa Mason, at Prince Edward Collegiate Institute, was one of 13 school board employees to receive the school’s highest recognition during an Inspiring Excellence Awards celebration. The Hastings Prince Edward District School Board awards Inspiring Excellence Awards to employees who make significant contributions to student achievement and well-being through their commitment to, […]
Big Island winery and tourist units before planning committee
By Sharon Harrison Two planning applications of note came before council at the recent special planning and development committee meeting. Angeline’s Inn hopes to add a few tourist accommodation units to its Bloomfield Main Street site and the second application was relating to a proposed farm winery on Big Island. Under a new two-step process, […]
Early morning fire at Picton home
At approximately 12:45 a.m. this morning, Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue responded to a fire on Cumberland Street in Picton. A family residing at the property was alerted to the fire, safely evacuated the home, and called 911. Firefighters from Station 1 (Picton) and Station 2 (Bloomfield) were dispatched and arrived on scene to […]
Old Boys’ Memorial Entrance repairs needed to save building
By Sharon Harrison The disrepair and on-going deterioration of the Old Boys’ Memorial Entrance was discussed at the recent Built and Cultural Heritage Advisory Committee meeting – with the hope that the roof could be fixed before winter if the building is to be saved. The Old Boy’s Entrance building, closest to Main Street, was […]
History buffs invited to linger at the libraries
History buffs have long been drawn to Prince Edward County to explore the history of the Loyalists, prohibition-era Rum Runners and much more. At the County of Prince Edward Public Library & Archives we field a wide range of inquiries on local history, everything from identifying graves in local cemeteries to finding just the right […]
Dunes Lookout Resort development decision sails through with council approval
By Sharon Harrison A 20-bungalow, four-season villa development forming part of a West Lake tourist commercial establishment was approved Wednesday by council at a special planning and development committee meeting. Council provided no comment or discussion on the agenda item before voting to approve. The decision is to be ratified at the next council meeting […]
Community Living Month kicks off 60th anniversary milestone
It’s a milestone Community Living Prince Edward (CLPE) will be commemorating all year long. The local non-profit is celebrating 60 years of championing inclusion, empowerment, and belonging during May is Community Living Month. “It was evident to everyone who gathered at the recent Mayor’s Lunch at the Elk’s Lodge in Picton that 2025 is going […]
Adam Goheen appointed as County’s interim CAO
Council has appointed Adam Goheen as interim chief administrative officer (CAO) effective immediately, and following the announcement on April 17 that an agreement was reached for Marcia Wallace to end her contract. Wallace resigned from the County of Prince Edward, effective April 30 after more than five years. The CAO role is the highest administrative […]
