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Friday, February 20th, 2026

Canada praised and commended at NATO conference: MP Malette

Bay of Quinte MP Chris Malette reports Canada was praised and commended during a North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Parliamentary Association in Brussels, Belgium in Brussels, Belgium. Malette returned home this week from the sessions at NATO Headquarters, which brought together a delegation of 12 parliamentarians from all recognized parties in the House of Commons, […]

Waring’s Creek group disputes legality of Cold Creek approval

By Sharon Harrison The Waring’s Creek Improvement Association (WCIA) has served the Corporation of the County of Prince Edward with notification that it intends to legally challenge its decision to approve the applications of draft plan of sub-division and zoning bylaw amendment for the Cold Creek development. The 870-unit residential sub-division by Port Picton Homes, […]

County climate action plan looks at building a lower carbon future

By Sharon Harrison “What we are seeing now is a global threat; the global timeline for temperature increase has changed,” expressed Angus Ross, Climate Action Plan Working Group chair. “Back when the Paris Agreement was signed in 2015, they were talking about limiting the increase in climate to 1.5 degrees Celsius. We have already hit […]

Snowmobile safety week a reminder to get home safely

As winter recreation reaches its peak, Snowmobile Safety Week serves as a reminder for local riders and visitors to operate snowmobiles safely, responsibly, and within the law. “Snowmobiling is a great way to enjoy winter in Prince Edward County,” said PEC OPP Community Safety Officer Nicole Cordingley. “Make safety your top priority, so every ride […]

County snow plowing ‘best I’ve ever seen’; new contract awarded

Council has awarded another snow plowing contract to QBT Excavating Services, of Brighton, for a three-year term with two one-year extensions. Councillor Pennell was one of several who praised the plowing excellence this season, by the company and the County. The tender covers five designated plow routes within the County’s winter-maintained road network. The remainder […]

Bloomfield Main construction to begin in spring

While freezing temperatures continue, the County is looking toward spring as it examines three project schedules for the Bloomfield Main Street resurfacing project to begin in April – pausing construction over the summer months. Attendees at an information meeting last week were shown the 1.1 km stretch of Bloomfield Main between Corey and Wellington […]

LOCAL NEWS
Wellington community association promotes its vision of strong community
By Sharon Harrison Sharing details of what’s to come in 2026 for the Wellington
Waring’s Creek water quality study amid impending development
By Sharon Harrison A recent water quality survey of the groundwater table of the
County climate action plan looks at building a lower carbon future
By Sharon Harrison “What we are seeing now is a global threat; the global timeline
County snow plowing ‘best I’ve ever seen’; new contract awarded
Council has awarded another snow plowing contract to QBT Excavating Services, of Brighton, for a
Amended agreement extends deadline for County Road 49 as bids to find funding continue
Council Tuesday night, approved a bylaw to amend the provincial government’s transfer payment agreement for
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AROUND THE HORN
Construction work on Elizabeth Street
The Water and Wastewater Department plans to work on Elizabeth Street between Mary and Picton
Repairing water leak along Highway 33
The Water and Wastewater Department will be repairing a water service leak on Highway 33,
Municipal offices at The Edward building temporarily closed
The municipal offices located on the first and second floor of the Edward Building (280
Local victim loses more than $60,000 in internet fraud
The OPP is again warning the public about internet scams following an instance locally where
Explore the stars with your library card
You’re invited to “explore the stars with your library card”, thanks to a generous donation
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COMING EVENTS
Global cooking classes at Waupoos Estates Winery
Cooking Classes with Executive Chef Kevin McKenna Globally inspired cooking classes with Executive Chef
Mah Jongg, explore the stars, storytime and singalong at the library
Prince Edward County offers six library branches with programs and services for everyone. Visit peclibrary.org to find
Seedy Saturday celebration of garden and community returns Feb. 21
Gardeners, seed savers and nature lovers of all experience levels are invited to Seedy Saturday
OPP officer in the branch events for fraud prevention
Prince Edward County OPP is partnering with local banks to host “Officer in the Branch”
Early Family Day fun, Valentine’s menu at the Waring House
Family Day Weekend Winter Carnival Date:February 15, 2026 Time:1:00pm – 3:00pm 🎉 Family Day Weekend
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