Archive for April, 2026
Fire at resort in Wellington
Police and fire crews raced to Wander the Resort in Wellington Saturday before 9 a.m. responding to a fire call at the Loyalist Parkway business. Smoke was seen coming from the side of the main floor of the building. The fire was deemed under control in about a half an hour. The resort later posted […]
Lapsed Cork & Vine Wellington sub-division decision deferred by council
By Sharon Harrison Having been allowed to lapse (by the applicant), the previously-approved application of proposed draft plan of sub-division for Cork and Vine (specifically phases 1A, 2A, 3A and 4A), was before council Thursday afternoon for re-approval. “The draft approval included a lapsing provision expiring on Nov. 25, 2025. The applicant has been making […]
County Reads debate will launch annual Author’s Festival
Cheer on five County residents as they defend their chosen Canadian books at the 2026 County Reads event, for the first time moderated by local author and storyteller Janet Kellough. The event opens the County Library Author’s Festival – a celebration of the written word through several events organized by the library with a committee […]
Roberts, Sorbara and Coyne in conversation about crisis
Andrew Coyne is one of Canada’s most esteemed political thinkers. You may recognize his name from his contributions to The National Post, Maclean’s, The Globe and Mail, or the Walrus, or recognize him from a weekly panel on CBC’s The National. He will join us as part of the County Library Authors Festival on Friday, […]
Bloomfield resident ‘Aces’ lottery prize win
Pamela Reynolds of Bloomfield is $350,000 richer after winning top prize with the Instant Aces Wild $20 scratch game. The 63-year-old said she’s been playing the lottery with OLG for more than 30 years and likes to give new ‘Instant’ tickets a try. “This is my first big win,” she shared while at the OLG […]
Sign up to read 1,000 books before Kindergarten
Families are invited to join the 1000 Books (or more) before Kindergarten program at the Prince Edward County Public Library branches. Visit any branch to register your newborn/infant/toddler and receive a welcome package. The concept is simple. Read a book, any book to your child/children and record it on a tracking sheet, provided by the […]
Astronomy and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life; The Ontario Cottage and more at the library
Prince Edward County offers six library branches with programs and services for everyone. Visit peclibrary.org to find upcoming events, the latest new books, and more. NOTE: all branches of the Library will be closed on Good Friday, April 3rd Astronomy and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life Picton Branch Library Saturday, April 11, 2026 2 pm–3 pm Join […]
Enjoy One of a Kind Show, Ottawa tulips, A beautiful Noise; Peony Festival and more 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! For more information, visit Franklin’s Facebook page, or the website! Ottawa Tulips & City Tour Friday […]
