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Glenora Ferry to be out of service Tuesday, Feb. 10
The Glenora ferry is scheduled to be out of service from 6:30 am to 4 pm on Tuesday, Feb. 10, for maintenance work at the Adolphustown dock. Alternate access is available via County Road 49, Highway 62 and Highway 33. Please plan your travels accordingly. When service resumes, the ferry will return to the seasonal […]
Milford Branch Library more warm and welcoming thanks to ‘Friends’
The Milford Branch of the County of Prince Edward Public Library is even more warm and welcoming at its location on the main street in Milford. Thanks to an enthusiastic group of Friends of the Library, as well as some generous donations made specifically in support of the branch, it’s looking better than ever with […]
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. […]
Watermain repair Tuesday on Elizabeth Street
The County’s Water and Wastewater Department plans to be repairing the watermain on Elizabeth Street between Mary and Picton Main, Tuesday, Feb. 3. Repairs are to begin at approximately 8 a.m., with an expected completion time of 6 p.m. Elizabeth Street will be reduced to one lane of traffic. Further traffic disruptions may be required, […]
Update on Wellington watermain and sewer installation
While installing the infrastructure along the trail between Consecon Street and just east of Wharf Street, groundwater infiltrated the work area, reports Mark Kerr, the County’s Communications and Consultation Supervisor. “The contractor is currently working to remove the water. Installation of the watermain and sanitary sewer will resume once site conditions allow,” he states. “The […]
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 […]
Many Oscar favourites started out as books; and some books were based on films
Film buffs were anxiously waiting for the announcements about the nominees for the Academy Awards – better known as the Oscars – this week. As is often the case with award-winning films, many started out as books, which are available at the library. Hamnet, for example, was nominated in a number of categories including original […]
Overnight snow removal Jan. 22 – 24
The County plans to remove snow overnight along roadsides in Picton, Bloomfield and Wellington on Thursday, Jan. 22, Friday, Jan. 23 and Saturday, Jan. 24. Snow removal will begin on Picton Main Street, followed by Bloomfield and Wellington. Crews will start snow removal along roadsides beginning at 7 pm each night and will work until […]
Garbage and green bin collection delayed; will continue until 9.m.
Residents are advised that garbage and green bin collection has been delayed on Thursday, Jan. 22 due to inclement weather and mechanical issues. Residents are asked to leave garbage and green bins at the curb as trucks will continue to collect until approximately 9 pm. For information on recycling pickup, contact E360S at 866.358.3560. We […]
Sewer repairs on Bowery Street; water repairs on Philip
Emergency repairs and replacement of a sanitary sewer lateral is taking place on Bowery Street in Picton Tuesday, Jan. 20 until approximately 5 pm. Watermain repairs are also under way on Philip Street between Maitland and John streets in Picton. Work is expected to be completed by 5 pm. Philip Street will be reduced to […]
