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Seniors Community Grants to support four local programs
Tyler Allsopp, MPP for Bay of Quinte, announced four local organizations will be sharing $80,800 in Seniors Community Grants to help bring seniors together across the region. “Seniors built our province and our communities. It is our responsibility to ensure they have opportunities to live a vibrant, engaged lifestyle as they age,” said Allsopp. “Bay […]
Rotary’s maple syrup fundraiser sweetens future of local health care
The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation (PECMHF) is pouring on thanks for another generous serving of investment in local health care, as the Rotary Club of Wellington presented $10,000 from the proceeds of its annual Maple Syrup Fundraiser to support the foundation’s Back the Build Campaign. The fundraiser also provided an additional $10,000 to […]
“Lessons learned” report to come on Cold Creek sub-division
By Sharon Harrison A “fulsome and transparent” report from staff will be forthcoming on the “lessons learned” from the 870-unit Cold Creek residential development (bordering Sandy Hook Road/County Road 1), regarding the draft plan of sub-division and zoning bylaw amendment. Councillor Chris Braney was seeking council’s support for the resolution he brought forward and he […]
Other people’s treasures raise funds for hospital
Representatives of the Wellington on the Lake Residents Association (WOLRA) presented $1,500 to the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation in support of the Back the Build campaign. The gift represents a portion of the proceeds from the association’s 2026 community garage sale. Since 2022, the annual fundraiser has contributed $8,000 toward building and equipping […]
Latest former Queen Elizabeth School plans shared at public meeting
Story and photos by Sharon Harrison The public has a chance to review the final site plan drawings of the proposed re-development of the former Queen Elizabeth School site located on Picton’s Barker Street – now with fewer affordable housing units and more storeys in the seniors building. New View Holdings, the private partner in […]
‘Ready to rubble’ on County Road 49
Starting later this month, the County’s contractor, R.W. Tomlinson Ltd., will begin “rubblization” on County Road 49. This road rehabilitation technique involves breaking the existing concrete road into small pieces and leaving them in place, creating a strong foundation for the new asphalt road. Construction is planned to begin this week as the contractor will […]
Quintessential quilt show, where every quilt tells a story
Story and photos by Sharon Harrison It’s an exhibition, a sale, and a showcase of the finest quilting skills, artistry and creativity out there, and it was all on display for the public to browse and enjoy for just two days. For those seeking to explore a true expression of visual art at its finest, […]
Fundraiser rolls out to support youth sport in Ukrainian Friendship City
Prince Edward County is getting its Friendship City ball rolling with the launch of a fundraising project supporting youth sport with Krasyliv, Ukraine. “At its heart, a Friendship City relationship is a community-focused partnership,” said Mayor Steve Ferguson. “It is about building connections, sharing ideas, and promoting our communities.” The Krasyliv Friendship City Working Group […]
Striking OPSEU members push for more funding from province
Striking community, health and social services workers and supporters joined provincial counterparts this week walking up and down Main Street in Picton Thursday as part of their ‘Worth Fighting For’ campaign. This is week seven of their fight for funding for the future of vital services that some of the most vulnerable people in Ontario […]
Art is ‘Rooted and Growing’ at the Bloomfield library
The Bloomfield Branch Library is alive with art this summer. Thanks to an initiative from the Friends of the Bloomfield Branch Library, artists from across Prince Edward County have their work on display in the branch. For example, local residents and visitors have been drawn in to the library by Rhonda Nolan’s inventive “Portal to […]
