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Snowmobile safety week a reminder to get home safely
As winter recreation reaches its peak, Snowmobile Safety Week serves as a reminder for local riders and visitors to operate snowmobiles safely, responsibly, and within the law. “Snowmobiling is a great way to enjoy winter in Prince Edward County,” said PEC OPP Community Safety Officer Nicole Cordingley. “Make safety your top priority, so every ride […]
County snow plowing ‘best I’ve ever seen’; new contract awarded
Council has awarded another snow plowing contract to QBT Excavating Services, of Brighton, for a three-year term with two one-year extensions. Councillor Pennell was one of several who praised the plowing excellence this season, by the company and the County. The tender covers five designated plow routes within the County’s winter-maintained road network. The remainder […]
Bloomfield Main construction to begin in spring
While freezing temperatures continue, the County is looking toward spring as it examines three project schedules for the Bloomfield Main Street resurfacing project to begin in April – pausing construction over the summer months. Attendees at an information meeting last week were shown the 1.1 km stretch of Bloomfield Main between Corey and Wellington […]
Donations toward hospital smart beds being doubled
A $10,000 donation to the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital (PECMH) Foundation was doubled to $20,000, thanks to a matching gift campaign. The donation, from Trudy Brown and Phyo Kyi, and the matching funds, support the purchase of smart patient beds for the new hospital. Smart beds are fully adjustable and designed to improve comfort, […]
Picton’s Pothier qualifies for provincials with Quinte Blades club
Quinte Blades Special Olympics Speed Skaters raced in Milton last week, setting season best times, and qualifying for provincial championships next month. Kim Pothier, of Picton, placed first in the 333 and 1000 and second in 500 meters. Adam James finished first in 500, 777 and 1500 meter distance, and second in 1000m. Kai Freeland […]
134-room hotel, spa, winery and restaurant recommended for approval
UPDATE FEB 4: The applicant requested a deferral, seeking additional time to review conditions with staff. By Sharon Harrison Thirty-eight accommodation buildings within a proposed new development for a year-round commercial resort at a Hillier winery will be considered by council at next Wednesday’s planning and development committee meeting. A late hour decision was made […]
Stay clear of beautiful, but highly dangerous ice
Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue is urging people to stay clear of shelf ice and ice volcanoes found at this time of year along public beaches and shorelines. Shelf ice is an unstable frozen layer of ice that builds from the land out to the water, without freezing to the lake or river bottom. […]
Roblin Lake camp proposal back on planning agenda after five years
By Sharon Harrison An application submitted by Prince Edward County Lakeside Retreat Inc. will come before council for consideration relating to a zoning bylaw amendment (first submission) at next Wednesday’s planning and development committee meeting. The meeting has been re-scheduled twice due to inclement weather and is now set for Wednesday, Feb. 4 at Shire […]
South Shore art show fundraiser opens to vibrant crowd
Prince Edward County’s winter arts scene came to life this week as the South Shore Joint Initiative (SSJI) welcomed a vibrant crowd to the opening of its first‑ever Square Foot Art Show & Sale at Arts on Main in Picton. Running until Feb. 18, the exhibition features an inspiring collection of 12” x 12” works […]
Prince Edward County in a snow globe Tuesday; recycling and snow removal delayed
UPDATE: As beautiful as it was covering trees and landscapes, the snow fall Tuesday was relentless, caused delays, closures, accidents and cancellations – but overall was still just a glimmer of the oft-recalled blizzard of ’77 that shut the County down for some time. Environment Canada had issued a snow squall warning for the County […]
