LOCAL NEWS
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Expect longer wait times at hospital emergency departments
People going to hospital emergency departments may experience longer than usual wait times, particularly for -
Cherry Valley event venue approved by council
By Sharon Harrison An event venue for private functions, intended primarily for weddings, saw council -
Rural health unit offices get reprieve – at least until September
Several rural public health offices – including Picton’s – will not be closed by the -
Low water condition moves back to level 1
UPDATE: DEC. 18: Quinte Conservation and the Low Water Response Team have reduced the region’s low -
Denied: Council votes down 85-unit Fawcett Avenue sub-division
By Sharon Harrison A long, contentious issue for residents of Fawcett Avenue, a proposed 85-unit - More from this category
AROUND THE HORN
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Garbage and recycling collection cancelled on windy Monday
Garbage, green bin, and recycling collection scheduled for Monday, Dec. 29 has been cancelled due -
Surprise donation supports work to protect County’s south shore
A surprise “generous grant” from the Bronskill Fund and The County Foundation will directly support -
Shortened ferry hours due to crew shortage
Due to a crew shortage from Dec 24 to 28 the Glenora ferry service will -
Communities of faith present Celebrate Christmas radio broadcast
Fourteen County communities of Faith have partnered with 99.3 County FM radio to present the -
Four in hospital related to Pizza Pops recall
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency reports people are getting sick and four have been hospitalized - More from this category
COMING EVENTS
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Fitness, webinars, meals and more for seniors in January
Active Living Programs for seniors 60+ are available five days/week through the Prince Edward Community -
Enjoy NHL, motorcycle supershow, sportsman show with Franklin Tours
Take an exciting trip or tour with Franklin’s team of courteous and capable drivers! Whether -
Global cooking classes; soap making among events at Waupoos Estates Winery
Cooking Classes with Executive Chef Kevin McKenna Globally inspired cooking classes with Executive Chef -
Astrophotography, use the 3D printer; get tech help at the libraries
Prince Edward County offers six library branches with programs and services for everyone. Visit peclibrary.org to find -
Trivia night, cooking classes at the Waring House
The Barley Room Pub and Amelia’s Garden restaurant are closed Jan. 2-8 and re-open Friday, - More from this category
SHOPPING & SERVICES
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Seniors invited to borrow fitness kits at the library
Staying fit just got easier for seniors in Prince Edward County. The Take the Gym -
Bay of Quinte Mutual Insurance – specialized in your needs
Bay of Quinte Mutual Insurance provides a wide range of insurance products and has an -
Community Care for Seniors foot care clinics
A Good Daily Foot Care Routine Daily foot care helps keep your feet healthy and -
Step Into Nature fundraising raffle offers high odds and unique prizes
The South Shore Joint Initiative (SSJI) invites the community to take part in its Step -
Become a PEC Hospital Auxiliary volunteer
Do you have an hour or two you can spare each week to brighten someone’s - More from this category
