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Saturday, March 14th, 2026

County plans largest-ever rural road repair program for 2026

That total includes $4.4 million in rehabilitation and preventative maintenance on 53 kms of rural roads – $874,000 more than 2025. County council awarded the tender for that work to Miller Paving Limited during its meeting on March 10. The costs also incudes preparation, geotechnical testing and a five per cent contingency. The remaining $80,000 […]

Tender awarded for disputed Bloomfield Main construction

By Sharon Harrison Several Bloomfield business owners and residents came out to express disapproval of the timing of the proposed Main Street road reconstruction, and the associated 12-week disruption through this April, May and June. It was a long council meeting Tuesday night with a packed Shire Hall, that heard 21 members of the public […]

Celebrating 30 years of Random Acts of Kindness

March 9th – 15th is the 30th Annual Violence Awareness & Random Acts of Kindness Week – seeking to promote positive energy to counteract negative effects of senseless violence in society – during a week of self-guided acts. “Although we dedicate this week to acts of kindness, kindness is something that should happen every day […]

Pothole season: what the County is doing

Spring is just around the corner, with the promise of warmer temperatures, longer days, rain – and, unfortunately, more potholes. The municipality reports crews are out every day filling potholes. “We will soon embark on the largest road improvement program the County has ever seen: $14 million worth of work in 2026. That total includes […]

New County south shore guide maps global key biodiversity area

A new information guide maps Prince Edward County’s South Shore which now meets criteria for global and national Key Biodiversity Areas (KBA). The south shore has long been a globally-significant Important Bird Area (IBA) and is designated a KBA global level for many threatened bird species and aggregations of birds and at the national level […]

Coldest night fundraiser blasts Picton food bank goal by 200 per cent

Story and photos by Sharon Harrison In the first eight weeks of 2026, visits to the Picton United Church Food Bank increased more than 40 per cent, with new clients making up the majority. Over the past five years, visits have more than doubled, reaching 4,800-plus in 2024 (which is more than the entire 4,508 […]

LOCAL NEWS
Ontario approves tender for new Catholic elementary school in Picton
The Ontario government has provided the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board with approval
Court upholds school board’s decision related to code of conduct violations appealed by County trustee
The Ontario Divisional Court has upheld the Hastings Prince Edward District School Board’s decisions related
Tender awarded for disputed Bloomfield Main construction
By Sharon Harrison Several Bloomfield business owners and residents came out to express disapproval of
Council appoints Chief Administrative Officer
Prince Edward County Council has appointed Adam Goheen as the new chief administrative officer (CAO)
Expect nuisance flooding with rain, warmer temperatures
UPDATE MARCH 10: Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for the County of
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AROUND THE HORN
8th Parsons County Cup raises fun and funds
Competitive men’s and women’s hockey and a sports silent auction last weekend raised $5,329 in
PEC Period Party proves you can talk about periods, Margaret
The grassroots movement advocating for the elimination of period poverty celebrated its 7th Annual PEC
Glenora Ferry out of service
The Glenora Ferry is experiencing a mechanical issue and is holding at the Glenora
Have a good laugh (and more) to add spark to body and mind
One of the great things about library programs is the opportunity to discover community resources
Celebrating 30 years of Random Acts of Kindness
March 9th – 15th is the 30th Annual Violence Awareness & Random Acts of Kindness
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COMING EVENTS
Explore health and wellness options, fun for kids, and more at the library
Prince Edward County offers six library branches with programs and services for everyone. Visit peclibrary.org to find
Enjoy Motorama; Ripley’s Aquarium and Medieval Times feast; Sportsman Show with Franklin Tours
Take an exciting trip or tour with Franklin’s team of courteous and capable drivers! Whether
Elevage March 14-15; Maple Madness, getaway and candle workshop at Waupoos Winery
Elevage PECWA Winter Wine Festival March 14 & 15 Visit Waupoos Winery for a pre-release
Join Field Naturalists for Spring Waterfowl Watch cancelled
CANCELLED The PEC Field Naturalist Spring Waterfowl Watch set for this weekend has been cancelled.
Live entertainment at the Waring House
Winter hours update The Barley Room Pub and Amelia’s Garden Dining Room will
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SHOPPING & SERVICES
Food sessions, bats, euchre and more for seniors in March
Active Living Programs for seniors 60+ are available five days/week through the Prince Edward Community
Community Care for Seniors foot care clinics
A Good Daily Foot Care Routine Daily foot care helps keep your feet healthy and
HELP WANTED – career, volunteer & employment
Help wanted notices for Prince Edward County – Home care providers, hospitality, hospital volunteers needed
Bay of Quinte Mutual Insurance – specialized in your needs
Bay of Quinte Mutual Insurance provides a wide range of insurance products and has an
Do you have one hour to help the PEC Hospital Auxiliary?
Would you be interested in working just one hour/week to assist on the inpatient ward
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