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County honours James Badgley’s bravery
The late James Badgley, 35, was honoured for his bravery this summer saving his nephew’s life at Point Petre, though he lost his own in the effort. A large contingent of family and friends was present at Shire Hall Tuesday night for the presentation of a civic recognition certificate. “His final heroic act, diving in […]
100 People Who Care PEC supports Alternatives for Women
100 People Who Care Prince Edward County supported the County’s Alternatives for Women program in this quarter’s giving. The group is based on the simple concept of bringing together a group of 100+ people who commit to meet four times per year, contribute $100 at each meeting, and make a huge impact on a local […]
Small but mighty group Backs the Build now underway behind the hospital
Their group is small, but together, their members make big things happen. The Prince Edward District Women’s Institute (PEDWI) members host luncheons and craft and bake sales. They award student bursaries, offer educational programs, and advocate for social and economic change. Since inception in 1908, the institute has focused its efforts on improving the health […]
Seniors’ fair showcases resources, camaraderie and importance of laughter
Story and photos by Sharon Harrison In what has become a staple event in the County, the one-day seniors’ information and active living fair has established itself as the go-to place to learn about the many aspects of how to live well as a senior in Prince Edward County. The annual event, now in its […]
School board communications team wins three national awards
The Communications team at the Hastings Prince Edward District School Board has received three awards from the Canadian Association of Communicators in Education (CACE). The team won three awards including the ‘Coup de coeur’ for the project ‘A Day in the Life of an EA’ video, awarded to Mary Doyle, Communications Officer Two Awards of […]
Provincial recognition spotlights Prince Edward Family Health Team
The Prince Edward Family Health Team has been recognized provincially with a ‘Spotlight Award’ from the Association of Family Health Teams of Ontario for the team’s work expanding access to team-based primary care. The ‘No Resident Left Behind’ program provides access to care for all Prince Edward County residents, but concentrates on those without a […]
Hospital Auxiliary knitters helping to ‘Keep Kids Warm’
The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Craft Group has stitched up another significant contribution to the Keep Kids Warm program. The Craft Group presented the PEC OPP with 215 sets of hats and mittens. These hand knitted items will be presented along with new boots and outerwear to children of local families who need […]
Poppy Campaign funds help support veterans and seniors in the County
The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 78 in Picton presented $1,500 to the Prince Edward County Community Care for Seniors Association to assist with the Meals on Wheels program. Above, Tom McCaw, vice-president of Branch 78 and chair of the Poppy Fund, presented the donation to Barbara Proctor, past chair for the Prince Edward County Community […]
Sophiasburgh School students win provincial Battery Blitz recycling contest
Sophiasburgh Central School was announced as the winning school in Call2Recycle’s Spring 2024 Battery Blitz contest – collecting more than 821 kilograms of used batteries. There were 89 participating elementary schools throughout Ontario that together collected more than 11,000 kilograms of used batteries. “We are incredibly proud of our students for how hard they’ve worked […]
CUPE Local 2275 helps keep County kids warm
CUPE Local 2275 members representing the Prince Edward County municipal workers (not management) presented $500 to John Hatch, OPP Detachment Commander and Staff Sergeant. The funds will go toward this year’s Keep Kids Warm effort where neighbouring police detachments support working families and those in need of assistance to purchase new winter clothing for children. […]
