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Meet local sci-fi and fantasy authors; explore reconciliation reading
If you like to read fantasy and science fiction, don’t miss an upcoming event at the County of Prince Edward Public Library rescheduled from a previous date due to an ice storm. “Celebrating Speculative Fiction in the County” is set for Saturday, May 31 at 2 p.m. at the Picton Branch Library. Thomas Harrison will […]
Canada Post open, but workers launch overtime ban
UPDATE MAY 23: The Canada Post CUPW has launched a nationwide overtime ban for employees in both urban and rural bargaining units. This is a legal strike action and means employees will refuse to work overtime. Canada Post says operations at post offices continue, but customers may experience delays. At this time there are no […]
Tip-toeing through the tulips, tree planting and petrichor
Tree planting is a big part of the May gardening scene at my house this spring, and while they are not exactly trees as we imagine trees to be at this point, the recently acquired bare-root tree seedlings (or saplings), ranging from one-foot twigs to more sturdy four-foot specimens, need planting quickly. Around 25 tree […]
School board award honours PECI teacher’s methods of mindfulness
Grade 2 teacher Teresa Mason, at Prince Edward Collegiate Institute, was one of 13 school board employees to receive the school’s highest recognition during an Inspiring Excellence Awards celebration. The Hastings Prince Edward District School Board awards Inspiring Excellence Awards to employees who make significant contributions to student achievement and well-being through their commitment to, […]
Old Boys’ Memorial Entrance repairs needed to save building
By Sharon Harrison The disrepair and on-going deterioration of the Old Boys’ Memorial Entrance was discussed at the recent Built and Cultural Heritage Advisory Committee meeting – with the hope that the roof could be fixed before winter if the building is to be saved. The Old Boy’s Entrance building, closest to Main Street, was […]
History buffs invited to linger at the libraries
History buffs have long been drawn to Prince Edward County to explore the history of the Loyalists, prohibition-era Rum Runners and much more. At the County of Prince Edward Public Library & Archives we field a wide range of inquiries on local history, everything from identifying graves in local cemeteries to finding just the right […]
Community Living Month kicks off 60th anniversary milestone
It’s a milestone Community Living Prince Edward (CLPE) will be commemorating all year long. The local non-profit is celebrating 60 years of championing inclusion, empowerment, and belonging during May is Community Living Month. “It was evident to everyone who gathered at the recent Mayor’s Lunch at the Elk’s Lodge in Picton that 2025 is going […]
Ferry back in service; May 14-15 outage cancelled
MAY 13: Necessary maintenance work at the Glenora dock has been completed, and the ferry resumed regular service at 1630h. The service disruption previously scheduled for May 14-15 will no longer take place, and the ferry will operate on its regular schedule. MAY 6: The Glenora Ferry expects to be out of service from 0700h […]
Create a kit to be prepared in case of emergency
It is more common every year to see extreme weather events that can develop quickly, such as severe storms, flooding and air quality events like wildfires. These weather events can cause power outages, delays in delivery of supplies (including food and medication) and dangerous outdoor and travel conditions. The South East Health Unit (SEHU, formerly Hastings […]
Library connecting school children with popular authors
This spring we have had the opportunity to connect school children across the County with authors who come to share their books, their writing experiences, and their creativity. As part of the County Library Authors Festival, author and illustrator Peggy Collins brought her book Harley the Hero to the Wellington Branch Library and presented to […]
