
County crews removing Main Street snow banks
County workers were busy removing snowbanks along Bloomfield Main Street Wednesday night. Wellington was also scheduled for Wednesday evening, while roadside snow removal was held in Picton overnight Tuesday. Getting around these downtown cores should remain relatively easy despite some snow forecast for Thursday and over the weekend. A wind chill of -20 is expected […]

OPP satisfaction survey to help assess services
Community Satisfaction Surveys are appearing this week in to solicit public opinions about services the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) detachments deliver to communities throughout the eastern region. The survey is mixed-method, directed at people aged 16 years and older living in randomly selected households in areas policed by East Region detachments – including Prince Edward […]

Quinte Regional Science Fair seeks judges
The Quinte Regional Science and Technology Fair (QRSTF) is gearing up for its annual event April 5, and is in need of volunteers to serve as judges. Professionals and enthusiasts alike are invited to help inspire the next generation of innovators and scientists. To prepare, two judges’ orientation meetings are scheduled for March 18th and […]

Snow removal planned for overnight Feb. 4 and 5
The County will be removing snow along roadsides in Picton overnight on Tuesday, Feb. 4 and in Bloomfield and Wellington on Wednesday, Feb. 5. Snow removal is set to take place on Picton Main and Bridge streets, Bloomfield Main and Wellington Main streets. Crews are expected to start snow removal along roadsides beginning at 9 […]

Crafty business ongoing at County libraries
A group of keen knitters and yarn crafters have been meeting at the Milford Branch Library every Tuesday morning at 10 a.m. for many years now. More than just an opportunity to work on their latest project, the group also provides an opportunity to catch up with neighbours, learn about the latest happenings in […]

Grocery manager supporting fundraisers says hospital saved his life twice
Grocery store manager Murray Lupenette is proud to be behind fundraisers that support the County’s hospital, reporting his life has been saved not once, but twice. “When the opportunity came to ‘Back the Build’, I was one hundred per cent in. Our community’s heart, that’s the hospital,” said Lupenette in a new video where he […]

Shop the award-winning wine boutique at Waupoos Estates Winery
The Candy Store.Now You Can Relax. Did you know that our Candy Store is right next to the Wine Boutique? Parents can browse our wide selection of award-winning estate wines while the kids (of all ages) are right next door with the candy, toys, and home made gelato. Sweet. The Winery Boutique is open Thursdays […]

Live entertainment, Valentine’s weekend at the Waring House
Enjoy the Waring House Amelia’s Garden Dining room, live entertainment at the Barley Room Pub, accommodation, cookery classes and more! Winter Hours Winter Hours Breakfast – Amelia’s Garden is available seven days a week from 8 am-10:30am! Barley Room Pub – Open 7 days a week 12:00pm-8:00pm & Friday-Saturday 12 pm-9 pm, live music Wednesday, Friday & […]

Memoir writing, 18th century astronomy, book sale coming up at the County libraries
Memoir Writing with Andrew Binks – presented by the Friends of the Milford Branch Milford Branch Wednesday, Feb. 5 10 am – 12 pm Let’s get to the heart of the matter. You’ve started or finished or thought about writing a memoir. What next? Let’s find the creative spark to see our inspiration through to […]

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 […]