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Fewer disruptions to foot care thanks to Stark Family Fund
Seniors in Prince Edward County will see fewer disruptions to foot care thanks to a grant from the Stark Family Fund to purchase an additional debriding machine (which takes debris away as it is filed from the client). The Prince Edward County Community Care for Seniors Association was thankful for the funding received from the […]
Civic recognition honours Jim Dunlop’s service to County and community
Honouring a lifetime of service to County and community, Jim Dunlop, of Wellington, was presented a Civic Recognition Certificate at Tuesday night’s council meeting. Dunlop was the final warden of Prince Edward County in 1997, before amalgamation, and a three term councillor representing Wellington. Throughout his lifetime in the County, he has also been active […]
Bake Off raises record funds for County’s hospital
The 15th annual Picton Fair Bake Off Challenge united more than 20 bakers and 40 bidders who demonstrated community spirit, generosity, and the good taste to help back the build of the new County hospital. The Picton Fair Bake Off Challenge is open to businesses and individuals who wish to put their culinary skills before […]
Words connect Bloomfield resident to $250,000
A crossword instant lottery game saw Dale Broadbent, of Bloomfield, scratch her way to winning a $250,000 top prize. A mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Dale has been playing the lottery with OLG for many years but this is her first big win. “I was sitting in my kitchen, playing my ticket and not paying much […]
Hospital receives a ‘lift’ from the Legion
In the midst of its continued quest to raise funds for priority medical equipment, the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation (PECMHF) is grateful for continued support from the Royal Canadian Legion in Wellington. A $2,000 donation from Branch 160 supported the purchase of a new patient lift that assists caregivers who care for patients […]
Jazz, Wine and Art Event raises more than $5,000 for south shore conservation efforts
Thanks to the generosity of donors, supporters, sponsors and 200 participants, the South Shore Joint Initiative raised more than $5,000 for conservation efforts during last week’s Jazz, Wine and Art event. “We are absolutely overwhelmed with gratitude for the amazing time we had and the incredible support we received,” said Cheryl Anderson, of the SSJI. […]
Picton library expansion ‘dream come true’ celebrates Bake family
Story and photos by Sharon Harrison It was a joyful celebration Saturday amongst a bustling downtown Picton Main Street as friends and supporters of the Picton Branch Library gathered for the official expansion opening – offering some fine words, acknowledgements, a surprise or two and a special nomination. “The dream became a reality,” said […]
Community garage sale Backs the Build
Creative fundraising initiatives that local businesses and community members host raise more than $100,000 annually, on average, for the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital, said Nancy Parks, chairperson of the Back the Build campaign. “These third-party fundraisers, like the Wellington on the Lake garage sale, help provide the best quality and safest patient care possible.” […]
More than a decade in the making, ground is broken for County’s new hospital
Story and photos by Sue Capon Ceremonial sod has been turned to launch the building of Prince Edward County’s new hospital. The ground-breaking ceremony, held Thursday afternoon behind the current hospital in Picton, was attended by about 100 guests including Deputy Premier and Minister of Health Sylvia Jones, representing local dignitaries, Quinte Health staff, and […]
Significant donation comes from desire to help protect birds
An Ottawa couple living within walking distance of several birding hotspots started learning about warblers during the COVID-19 pandemic, and their love of birds turned into full support for feathered friends. Last year, Anne and Karl Snider, on the advice of their birding mentor, made their first visit to the Prince Edward Point Bird […]
