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County libraries strategically planning to best serve residents
Every five years or so, the Prince Edward County Public Library Board takes on the daunting task of creating a new strategic plan. The end result is a big-picture document informed by broader trends in libraries, changes locally, and conversations and input from as many community members as possible. The library circulated surveys, held focus […]
Electronic waste now accepted at two County waste sites
The County is now accepting electronic waste, free of charge, at both the South Marysburgh (1132 Old Milford Road) and Sophiasburgh (35 County Road 14) waste sites during regular hours of operation. Electronic waste includes include televisions, computers, monitors, mice, keyboards, printers, radios, speakers, cables, telephones, cell phones, power tools, microwave ovens and small appliances. […]
Glenora Ferry begins 15-minute service soon
The Glenora Ferry will start running more frequent service on weekends beginning Saturday, June 7. On Saturdays and Sundays, two ferries will operate, departing from Glenora and Adolphustown approximately every 15 minutes between 1015h and 1945h. Outside of these hours, the ferry will continue providing service every 30 minutes from 0600h to 0115h. The 15-minute […]
Police continue investigation following collision in Picton
UPDATED: An emergency road closure was put in place early Sunday evening until just before midnight at the intersection of Picton Main and Johnson streets. At about 5 p.m. Sunday, June 1 Prince Edward County OPP officers responded alongside Prince Edward County Fire and Rescue and Hastings Quinte EMS to a two vehicle collision near […]
Partnerships enhance fun events with the libraries
At the County library branches, we’re always looking for opportunities to partner with other groups and organizations in our community – this includes the municipal recreation committees who work hard to create events and programming to bring neighbours together. Recently the Athol Recreation Committee held a trivia night, and the library was able to lend […]
Organizations team up to cook Meals on Wheels for County seniors
The Prince Edward County Community Care for Seniors Association has been delivering hot Meals on Wheels to County residents for 45 years. Following the retirement of long-time meal provider Bill Grieve, of Wheelhouse & Occasions Catering, the organization was in need of a second local meal provider for the program. Debbie MacDonald Moynes, Executive Director […]
Quinte Health gains $236,000 in base funding to expand violence and sexual assault response program
The province is providing Quinte Health an additional $236,000 in base funding to expand services provided by its Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Response Program. Tyler Allsopp, MPP for Bay of Quinte made the announcement, noting new base funding allocated in 2024-2025 will provide $140,000 for enhanced nursing supports, and $96,000 for a clinical […]
Blasting work in Picton May 28 – June 11
Contractors will be conducting blasting work at the site of the new long-term care facility located at 90 Finnegan Drive in Picton. Blasting work is to occur weekdays from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., beginning Tuesday, May 28 through to Wednesday, June 11. Multiple blasts during the day are anticipated to occur on the following […]
More than 45 local performers supporting County FM Radiothon June 5-8
Prince Edward County’s non-profit, volunteer-driven, community radio station – 99.3 County FM – is here because of the community’s support. The 11th annual Radiothon returns to 99.3 County FM Thursday, June 5 through Sunday, June 8 with an amazing assortment of live performances from more than 45 local musicians. “The radiothon is the non-profit […]
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 […]
