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Family presents $10,000 to support County’s hospital
The family of the Keint-he Winery and Vineyards continues to celebrate the culture and spirit of Prince Edward County with a $10,000 donation to the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation. The winery’s name, Keint-he, is an historical reference to the original inhabitants of the region, and is meant to be a tribute to the […]
Councillors endorse 10-year master plan for parks and recreation
By Sharon Harrison It’s been four years in the works, but the parks and recreation master plan, described as the first of its kind for Prince Edward County, finally received endorsement from councillors at the recent committee of the whole meeting. The plan is intended to act as a guiding document for future planning and […]
Class of 2030 explores academic opportunities at PECI
The Class of 2030 explored the halls of Prince Edward Collegiate Institute (PECI) this week as “Panthers for a Day”. Grade 8 students from Athol, Sophiasburgh, CML in Wellington, Kente, St. Gregs and PECI were shown Pather Pride. “The energy-filled day allowed students to explore the rich academic and extracurricular opportunities we have at Prince […]
Magic descends upon Picton with ‘play’-ful lantern festival
Story and photos by Sharon Harrison There was magic in the air downtown Picton on the weekend with a bustling Benson Park filled with puppetry, giant, costumed illuminations and art installations, and lantern creations galore. The gathering place was the first part of the annual Firelight Lantern Festival, with the swell of people, bright, joyful […]
Remembrance Day ceremony honours veterans, fallen soldiers
By Sue Capon A good crowd attended the Picton Cenotaph on a snowy, cold Remembrance Day to honour generations of women and men who have served this country. This year marks eight decades since the conclusion of the Second World War. Veterans Affairs Canada estimates there are nearly 3,700 surviving Canadian veterans. More than 120,000 […]
At the going down of the sun, and in the morning, we will remember them
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them. – Laurence Binyon’s Ode of Remembrance Respect, Reflect and Remember on Tuesday, Nov. 11. Honour the fallen, reflect on […]
Updated proposal heard for Queen Elizabeth school re-development
Story and photos by Sharon Harrison Details on the latest proposed design for the former Queen Elizabeth Public School re-development were outlined to residents this week at a public information centre. The Prince Edward Community Centre was well attended as folks browsed the various display boards set-up around the room. The informal and interactive format […]
Task team to address how County veterans are commemorated
By Sharon Harrison With the County looking at ways to better recognize, remember and commemorate the contribution of Prince Edward County veterans, a task team, along with draft terms of reference, has been established as the way forward. It will look at ways to better celebrate the historical contributions of County veterans, and elevate remembrance […]
Poppy Campaign underway in Prince Edward County
Mayor Steve Ferguson received the first poppy of this year’s campaign at the Picton Cenotaph from the Royal Canadian Legion Poppy Campaign Chairs from the Consecon, Picton and Wellington branches. The County honoured the service, contributions and sacrifices of veterans and those who serve in the Canadian Armed Forces this year by painting commemorative crosswalks […]
Change your clocks, check your batteries as Daylight Saving Time ends
As daylight saving time ends this weekend, Prince Edward County Fire and Rescue reminds residents that with the ‘new time’ should come new batteries. The clocks turn back one hour at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 2. In addition to adjusting clocks, residents are encouraged to replace the batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide alarms […]
