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People can borrow much more than books
You can borrow so much more than books from your public library. As the Friends of the Bloomfield Branch Library described it on a recent display they put together, the library has “books and beyond” – and you might be surprised to learn about all that you can access with your library membership. Thanks to […]
County connection with new CN Tower commemorative coin
There’s a local connection to the Royal Canadian Mint’s new glow-in-the-dark commemorative $2 circulation coin you might receive in your change. The coin celebrating the world-famous landmark, the CN Tower was designed by Carl Wiens, whose illustration work and workshops are well-known throughout Prince Edward County while he and his family lived in Picton. Wiens […]
Burn ban lifted
Prince Edward County Fire & Rescue (PECFR) administration has lifted the burn ban effective immediately. Surface vegetation is starting to green and become less combustible, all open-air burning is now permitted. Residents are encouraged to conduct their burning activities in areas that are accessible to a fire apparatus. Many surfaces including fields are soft and […]
Hare-larious family fun at egg-ceptional Easter hunt
Story and photos by Sharon Harrison The Easter bunny was a busy bunny this weekend juggling lots of chocolate eggs in areas all over the County all while hoping to stay dry. But the skill of juggling raindrops wasn’t needed as he brought a little sunshine to Picton, albeit with a biting cold wind. […]
Single-lane closure on Picton Main April 13-17
The eastbound lane of Picton Main Street near the intersection of York Street is to be closed from Monday, April 13 until Friday, April 17. Temporary traffic signals will be in place. Drivers who wish to avoid the lane closure will be directed to use Walton, King and Paul streets. The closure is required as […]
Roberts, Sorbara and Coyne in conversation about crisis
Andrew Coyne is one of Canada’s most esteemed political thinkers. You may recognize his name from his contributions to The National Post, Maclean’s, The Globe and Mail, or the Walrus, or recognize him from a weekly panel on CBC’s The National. He will join us as part of the County Library Authors Festival on Friday, […]
Bloomfield resident ‘Aces’ lottery prize win
Pamela Reynolds of Bloomfield is $350,000 richer after winning top prize with the Instant Aces Wild $20 scratch game. The 63-year-old said she’s been playing the lottery with OLG for more than 30 years and likes to give new ‘Instant’ tickets a try. “This is my first big win,” she shared while at the OLG […]
Macaulay Village initiative designated a project of community interest
By Sharon Harrison Whole-heartedly behind the Department of Illumination’s vision to bring a small community centre to Macaulay Village Park -also known locally as the Heights – council designated it a project of community interest. Many around the horseshoe not only praised the idea, but also its proposed execution. The designation allows the Department of […]
Paid parking in Picton returns April 1
Paid parking will be reinstituted in Picton as of April 1. Payment is required along streets in Picton’s downtown core and in the Market Lane parking lot. Payment is required Monday to Friday between 9 am and 5 pm from April 1 to Nov. 30, excluding holidays. Pay and Display parking stations are located approximately […]
Changes to garbage and recycling over Easter holiday
Garbage, green bin and recycling collection will change because of the Easter holiday. There will be no collection Friday, April 3. Regular collection is to return Monday, April 6. If your recycling collection is missed on collection day, call 1.866.358.3560. If your garbage collection is missed, call 613.476.2148 extension 1023. The landfill and transfer stations’ […]
