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Seniors benefit from library partnership programs
One of the ways the library is able to serve people across the County is through our partnerships. Our partnership with the Prince Edward Community Care for Seniors Association is one of the longest-standing. We’ve always shared information and resources and supported each other’s projects. When the library’s Picton Branch Library expansion fundraising committee decided […]
Road line painting begins
Painting of yellow and white centrelines, as well as urban pavement markings throughout the County, is scheduled to begin on Monday, July 27. Urban pavement markings include parking stalls, directional arrows, stop bars, and other roadway markings. Line painting is weather dependent. Most work will take place during the evening and overnight hours. Minor, short-duration […]
Asphalt spot repair and double surface road treatments begin
Contractors retained by the County of Prince Edward will be completing asphalt spot repairs on a dozen roads beginning Monday, July 27. The following roads have various sections that are scheduled for asphalt repairs: County Road 4 County Road 8 County Road 12 County Road 13 County Road 19 County Road 21 County Road 23 […]
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 […]
Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus found in Belleville area
Recent surveillance by Southeast Public Health (SEPH) has confirmed the presence of West Nile virus (WNV) positive mosquitoes in the Belleville area. This is the first mosquito pool to test positive for the virus in the region this year. In addition, two black crows in the SEPH region tested positive for the virus during the […]
Short Street closed July 23
Short Street in Picton is planned to be closed between Washburn Street and Downes Avenue on Thursday, July 23. The closure will occur from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and only local traffic will be permitted. The closure is required for Hydro One to remove a tree considered hazardous. There will be heavy equipment on […]
Roll back the clock: Free roller skating at Picton arena
Break out those roller skates at the Prince Edward Community Centre in Picton during two free events. On Saturday, July 25 and Saturday Aug. 22 roller skating is happening from 6 – 8 pm inside the community centre (375 Picton Main Street). The events are free and open to all ages. Don’t have roller skates? […]
Fire and Rescue to practice tanker shuttle
Prince Edward County Fire and Rescue is planning a practice session of its tanker shuttle service Tuesday evening, July 21 in the Consecon area. An effective tanker shuttle service allows the municipality to provide effective fire protection services within non-hydrant serviced areas of the municipality. The practice session is to begin at 6 pm and […]
Garlic powder sold at Dollarama recalled
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) issued a nationwide recall for Heavenly Spices garlic powder, sold at Dollarama locations across Canada, due to potential contamination with Bacillus cereus—a bacterium that can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. The specific recalled product has the following details: Product Size: 70 grams UPC: 6 67888 50634 7 Best Before […]
Libraries also help children to get out and play
Play has long been a key part of library services. In fact, it’s one of five early literacy practices that form the basis for early years library programs. (The others are sing, talk, read, and write). Through play, especially pretend and dramatic play, children learn to express themselves and put their thoughts into words. That’s […]
