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Grocery customers round up to Back the Build
A few cents more at the checkout have once again added up to a boost for local health care. Customers at Picton Metro donated $6,200 during the 2026 Round Up at the Register campaign in support of the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital (PECMH) Foundation’s Back the Build campaign. With an additional $5,000 from Metro, […]
County CUPE workers support Keep Kids Warm campaign
Volunteers with the Keep Kids Warm campaign note this year’s efforts are geared toward a rising number of children in need. Barb Sills, long-time volunteer with the PEC OPP section of the campaign notes there are more than 145 County children registered this year. Regionally, the campaign supports about 1,500 children from newborn to 12 […]
Partners in Pink celebrate community and women’s health
Wellington was awash in pink as 76 golfers came together for the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital (PECMH) Foundation’s sold-out second annual Partners in Pink Golf Tournament, raising $65,900 in support of women’s health at PECMH. Hosted at Wellington Golf Club Oct. 1, the tournament brought together 19 teams for an afternoon of golf, friendly […]
Bake Off serves up record $20,225 for new hospital
A little friendly competition and a whole lot of community generosity helped the 17th annual Picton Fair Bake Off Challenge serve up its biggest fundraising result yet, raising a record $20,225 in support of the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation’s (PECMHF) Back the Build campaign. Hosted by the Prince Edward Agricultural Society, this year’s […]
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 […]
Two at H.J. McFarland home share memorial scholarship
H.J. McFarland Memorial Home employees Tara McGrath and Jessica Walker are this year’s recipients of the Jean Lynch Memorial Scholarship. Dione Mills, Director of Long-Term Care, said the achievement is well deserved. “Their commitment to continuing their education and expanding their professional knowledge reflects the dedication, compassion, and excellence that define long-term care.” McGrath joined […]
Second $10,000 gift for new hospital
A growing partnership between Keint-he Winery and Vineyards, the Rogers family and the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital (PECMH) Foundation is helping bring the community one step closer to its new hospital. For the second year in a row, Keint-he Winery and the Rogers family have made a $10,000 gift in support of the Back […]
11th Teeing Up Fore Health Care raises nearly $48,000
There’s no puttering around when it comes to teeing up funds for the County’s new hospital. The hospital foundation, in partnership with RE/MAX Quinte Ltd., announced the 11th annual Teeing Up Fore Health Care Golf Classic, held June 16 at the Picton Golf and Country Club, raised $47,727 in support of the Back the Build […]
Seniors Community Grants to support four local programs
Tyler Allsopp, MPP for Bay of Quinte, announced four local organizations will be sharing $80,800 in Seniors Community Grants to help bring seniors together across the region. “Seniors built our province and our communities. It is our responsibility to ensure they have opportunities to live a vibrant, engaged lifestyle as they age,” said Allsopp. “Bay […]
Rotary’s maple syrup fundraiser sweetens future of local health care
The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation (PECMHF) is pouring on thanks for another generous serving of investment in local health care, as the Rotary Club of Wellington presented $10,000 from the proceeds of its annual Maple Syrup Fundraiser to support the foundation’s Back the Build Campaign. The fundraiser also provided an additional $10,000 to […]
