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Nursing lab named in recognition of Janine Huff
Loyalist College celebrated the naming of The Janine Huff Nursing Simulation Lab, in recognition of the Prince Edward County Huff family’s philanthropic support of the college and its students. “We are delighted to unveil the name of The Janine Huff Nursing Simulation Lab and honour the Huff family’s role as pillars of support for the […]
Thornes a lucky ticket to a winning partnership
The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation (PECMHF) was humbled to receive another $2,000 gift from The Korean-Canadian Community Centre of Great Eastern Ontario. The funds were raised through Nevada ticket sales sold by James and Annie Kim, owners of Thorne’s Variety on Union Street in Picton for approximately 30 years. A portion of the […]
County Sustainability Group bursaries honor local farmers
In its third year of honouring local farmers who best demonstrate the values of ecologically-sound, sustainable farm practices, the County Sustainability Group has presented three bursaries. Two $1,000 bursaries were presented to County farmers who use sustainable farm practices which regenerate soil health, protect vital resources such as water and biodiversity, reduce the need for […]
Community raises $20.7M for County’s new hospital; will now fundraise for equipment
By Sue Capon As is the County way, the community contributed more than expected to build its new hospital – surpassing the original fundraising goal. Now, the challenge is to equip it with state-of-the art equipment. At a celebratory event Thursday at the Crystal Palace in Picton, the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation (PECMHF) […]
100 People Who Care PEC supports youth programs at the ROC
A $9,600 gift from 100 People Who Care will help the Recreation Outreach Centre (ROC) provide programs, snack and taxi service to Prince Edward County youth participants. The ROC, for more than 20 years, offers youth opportunities to develop skills, participate in learning and hands-on activities and mentoring opportunities to foster personal and social growth. […]
Awards honour County’s long-serving firefighters
Eighty-one current and retired members of the Prince Edward County Fire and Rescue recently received federal, provincial, and municipal awards in recognition of many years of service. “The formal awards ceremony is an opportunity to recognize staff that have achieved significant milestones in the fire service. These honours demonstrate our members’ commitment to serving and […]
Hastings Prince Edward students reach cancer research fundraising milestone
Students at Hastings Prince Edward District schools were recently recognized by The Terry Fox Foundation for reaching the milestone of $1.2 million – a fundraising total since the early 1980s. Schools participate in annual Terry Fox Run/Walk events every September. The fundraising tally for the 2021 event was $65,895. “Part of educating students is to […]
School board earns national award for no-tech learning feature at pandemic onset
Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board has received national recognition with a BRAVO! Award from the Canadian Association of Communicators in Education for its no-tech learning weekly newspaper advertisements. In mid-March 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic hit Ontario hard and fast. Within one day, it caused schools and businesses to close throughout the province. Going […]
Firefighters’ Association donation thanks Salvation Army for its support
Picton Firefighters’ Association president, Brendan Bellchamber presented $1,000 to Picton Salvation Army Lieutenant Joe Ludlow during Tuesday night’s regular meeting. The funds come from various fundraising projects the Picton Firefighters’ Association undertakes throughout the year, including Christmas tree sales. “Firefighters appreciate the support received from the Salvation Army, in particular when food and drinks are […]
Donors raise more than $333,000 for hospital equipment
An outpouring of support from the community helped the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation disburse $333,261 for priority equipment needs in its 2021/22 fiscal year for the County’s hospital (QHC PECMH) and the Quinte region. Medical equipment is not covered by any government funding and funds must be raised by the hospital foundation. The […]
