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Mayoral candidates outline election platforms, answer questions
By Sharon Harrison The three candidates vying for the top job around the council horseshoe in the upcoming Prince Edward County municipal election were at the Wellington and District Community Centre Tuesday evening to outline why they would make a good mayor. Hosted by the Wellington Community Association and the Wellington on the Lake Residents’ […]
Bloomfield Day celebrated the village’s past and present
By Sue Capon Caroline Henry spotted her dad right away in one of many vintage photographs on display at the Bloomfield Library, on Saturday. The display was part of an afternoon hosted by the Friends of the Library, celebrating the anniversary of “Bloomfield Day” – Oct. 3, 1883 when the village was named. More than […]
Paving on part of County Road 49 soon
OCT. 2 UPDATE: As of Friday, Oct. 2, the rubblization process has advanced to just north of Bethesda Road, representing approximately nine kilometres of the 18-kilometre project corridor. The contractor is currently planning to begin paving portions of the rehabilitated roadway on Thursday and Friday of next week. All road cross-culvert replacement work has now […]
High levels of phosphates in Bloomfield’s Mill Pond Park
By Sharon Harrison The water quality of the Mill Pond in Bloomfield was the focus of a recent public meeting where Quinte Conservation provided an update on water testing. Residents learned what’s exactly in the water, and why the health of the pond hasn’t appeared good for some while. Results of the first year (of […]
Roundabout 30 days away to approval to begin construction in spring 2027
The long-awaited roundabout at Highway 62 and County Road 1 (Schoharie) is a 30-day comment period away from being considered ready to proceed to construction. The $7-8 million construction (not including the cost of acquiring land from some of the adjoining private property owners) is estimated to begin in the spring of 2027 and take […]
Three charged following armed home invasion
UPDATE SEPT. 25: Prince Edward OPP have charged three people after a home invasion Thursday, Sept. 24, shortly after 8:30 a.m. Officers responded to Loyalist Parkway in Ameliasburgh and after locating and stopping an involved vehicle, learned three individuals had left the area on foot. After extensive efforts by responding officers aided by members of […]
Inaugural civic awards honour those whose efforts enrich lives
Story and photos by Sue Capon More than 90 humans and one canine were honoured for their contributions in making a meaningful difference in the lives of others, and in the community. Prince Edward County’s inaugural Civic Recognition Ceremony was held Thursday night at Picton’s Regent Theatre, before recipients, friends, family members and fans. “Tonight […]
Council hears cyber attack averted, and department updates
By Sharon Harrison Council business at Tuesday’s regular council meeting, the penultimate meeting for this term of council, included a cheque presentation to Wellington Rotary, along with several departmental updates received for information, where it was noted how the municipality averted a recent data breach. Council’s final meeting for this term of council will take […]
Mayor chooses not to use strong powers related to waterworks decision
SEPT. 22: Mayor Steve Ferguson released a statement Tuesday afternoon stating he has decided not to use strong mayor powers in relation to future water and wastewater financial planning. “As my term as mayor nears its conclusion, I believe further consideration of this matter is best left to the next council, whose members will be […]
Cameras at Picton Main and Walton intersection to support new traffic light system
The County of Prince Edward is installing cameras as part of a new traffic light system at the intersection of Picton Main and Walton streets. The system replaces road sensors that are now obsolete. The camera-based sensors are to detect traffic flow and operate the traffic lights. The municipality states the cameras will not record […]
