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Festival of Trees raises $50,000 for County’s hospital
Organizers of the County’s unofficial kick-off to the Christmas season delivered a $50,000 gift for equipment needs at the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital. The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary members were in the festive spirit Friday morning as they presented proceeds from the 25th annual Festival of Trees event (11th for the auxiliary), […]
Hockey players honour teammate with memorial donation to County’s hospital
A local recreational hockey player was remembered by his teammates as they played the game he loved. The Wellington Over 50 Hockey Group presented the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation with a $1,200 donation in memory of teammate Dennis McMaster at the Wellington Arena. Dennis, 61, died suddenly on Oct. 14. He was a […]
Wellings bazaar making spirits bright for County’s new hospital
Spirits were bright at the Wellings of Picton as a group of residents presented the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation with a holiday gift of $3,300. The funds were raised at the Wellings’ second annual Making Spirits Bright Christmas Bazaar in November. The gift is earmarked for the Back the Build Campaign for a […]
Christmas in the Village arrives in Wellington
Story and photos by Sharon Harrison A cool frosty morning transformed into a mild and sunny Saturday just in time for Wellington’s Santa Claus parade. Put together by the Wellington and District Business Association, the Who-themed parade made its way along Main Street, beginning at Belleville Road before concluding its route at Consecon Street. Parade […]
County dairy producers present a ‘bo-fine’ gift to Back the Build of PECMH
Prince Edward County Dairy Farmers put out a “moo-ving” plea for community support – of the dairy industry and a new hospital – when they presented $18,000 (and counting) donation to ‘Back the Build’ Friday morning. A group of County dairy farm families brightened a hospital meeting at Huff Estates Inn Friday morning bringing out […]
Christmas Angel Campaign giving a hand up to families in need
UPDATE NOV 28: In just two weeks since opening for the season, the Prince Edward County Christmas Angel Campaign is well under way. “We are at 202 angels and their families to assist with celebrating Christmas and we still have lots on the tree looking for supporters,” said Chief Angel Susan Rose. The cutoff date […]
Community support shines at 25th annual Festival of Trees
Story and photos by Sarah Law The magic of Christmas overflowed at the silver anniversary of the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary’s Festival of Trees this weekend, thanks to the dedication of hardworking volunteers. The festival, held at the Isaiah Tubbs Resort and Conference Centre, featured a silent auction of nearly 200 trees and […]
‘Paws’ for thanks at County hospital
There was a ‘paws’ for celebration Tuesday when long-time Hospital Foundation supporter, and retired X-ray Technologist Fran Renoy and her trusty sidekick Nikita stopped by the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation office to give a donation on behalf of Nikita’s dog mom, Andie Wiens. Andie raised $100 for the Foundation’s medical equipment fund selling […]
Hydro volunteers light up hospital’s trees
The weather outside was frightful but the lights will be delightful. CHEERS! from the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital to Hydro One volunteers who braved torrential rain Saturday afternoon to restring the lights on the trees in front of the hospital. “Every year these volunteer hospital helpers make our lights shine bright,” said Briar Boyce, […]
Festival of Lights brings Christmas to Bloomfield
By Sarah Law Bloomfield unveiled the Christmas season Friday night with its annual twinkle and sparkle filled Festival of Lights Santa Claus Parade. Chili and hot chocolate were served at the Town Hall, while horse-drawn carriage rides were offered before the parade which showed off the County’s rural charm. Many lining the route from Stanley […]
