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Students, teachers, families and friends reunite
Story and photos by Sharon Harrison As memories were rekindled and acquaintances re-established, the years melted away in moments at the Pinecrest and Queen Elizabeth schools reunion Saturday. The event, sponsored by Quinte Educational Museum and Archives (QEMA), was held at the Prince Edward Community Centre. Linda Sommers, QEMA board president, said the goal in […]
Relay for Life fundraising surpasses goal at 10th annual event
Story and photos by Sharon Harrison They came for great entertainment, food and anniversary cake, but they also came to share stories, acknowledge milestones, honour survivors and remember loved ones. Relay for Life marked 10 years in Prince Edward County on a warm Friday night under a cloudless sky on the grounds of Prince Edward […]
Year-end review honours achievements of Prince Edward cadet squadron
The year’s accomplishments by cadets with 851 Prince Edward Squadron were celebrated Sunday during the 42nd annual ceremonial review. “You have taken the first of many steps that will lead you to a very rewarding future,” said Captain Penny Irish, Reviewing Officer, who grew up in Prince Edward County. “During your time at cadets, take […]
Business Panthers take pride in Backing the Build for new hospital
Prince Edward Collegiate Institute Panther Pride was out in full force again this week. The students have been in the news for their volunteer work filling sand bags for County residents unable to do so, as they try to protect their homes from flooding. Friday, under the leadership of teacher Rob Garden, Grade 10 business […]
Hospital Auxiliary Backs the Build with $1M pledge installment
The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary has presented $100,000 toward its $1 million pledge to Back the Build of the County’s new hospital. Members of the PECM Hospital Foundation were present Tuesday for the Auxiliary’s annual general meeting at Isaiah Tubbs to accept the first installment of the volunteer group’s campaign pledge. In 2015, […]
100+ Women Who Care present $10,200 to Camp Trillium
100+ Women Who Care Quinte presented $10,200 to Camp Trillium in support of camping experiences for families fighting cancer. Members from the Quinte-based organization, and two mothers of children who attended the camp, presented Charlie Benson, a member of the camp’s fundraising committee, with the donation Friday, at the Dressing Room, in Rossmore. The funds […]
Two PECI teachers honoured with ‘Great Place Awards’
Two Prince Edward Collegiate Institute teachers invited to a presentation to honour each other Thursday morning, didn’t know they were both to receive top honours from the school board. Teachers Lisa Fraser and Matthew Sheahan were honoured with Great Place Awards – the highest recognition at Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board – which […]
Senior Panthers fill sandbags for community members in need
While Lake Ontario and the Bay of Quinte remain under a flood watch, students at Prince Edward Collegiate Institute did their part to assist community members in need of sandbags Wednesday. Secondary Panthers filled sandbags for residents physically unable to fill their own. Each grade donated half a class period to fill the bags with […]
Auction bids Back the Build hospital fundraiser by $100K
Story and photos by Sharon Harrison Picton’s historic Crystal Palace came alive with the thrill and entertaining banter of a live auction Saturday night at an exciting Bid for the Build event. Sixty lots came under the hammer as professional auctioneer Julie Riches, of Riches Appraisals and Consult, enticed and encouraged people to part with […]
Council prepares a meal, learns how Food to Share helps County’s food insecure
Story and photos by Sharon Harrison Prince Edward County councillors had the knives out this week – but also big, wooden spoons, as they traded work around the horseshoe for an evening in the kitchen. Mayor Steve Ferguson and five councillors rolled up their sleeves in the commercial kitchen at the Wellington and District Community […]
