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Millennium Trail in Wellington expected to re-open this fall
The municipality’s contractor is installing the final piece of trunk sanitary sewer along the Millennium Trail in Wellington. The contractor has resumed removing rock material on the trail between West Street and Wharf Street to complete the remaining 60 metres of the trunk sanitary sewer. This work is expected to take place over the next […]
New walking path opens at Wilkinson Memorial Park
A new walking path is open at Wilkinson Memorial Park (2699 County Road 8) and visitors to the park can now enjoy the 0.5 kilometre crushed granular walking trail along with: A shade structure providing a comfortable gathering space. A concrete dance floor Amour stone seating located along the walking trail. In celebration, the North […]
E-scooters: Where can you ride in PEC?
Prince Edward OPP is reminding residents to understand local regulations before operating electric scooters (e-scooters) and similar motorized devices. Ontario’s e-scooter pilot program requires municipalities to opt-in to establish local regulations governing their use. “Prince Edward County has not adopted the pilot program and currently restricts the operation of all motorized scooters on public roads […]
Huge community cast brings magic to Delhi Park Pageant
Story and photos by Sharon Harrison The spirit of Delhi Park was brought to life through story and song as a large-scale community spectacle wove together art, music and performances to create a stunning, immersive celebration of the Picton park’s past, present and future. Whether it’s singing frogs, barking dogs (a few real dogs joined […]
Libraries also a hub for creativity and creation
You might know that your public library provides ample access to books, magazines, DVDs and other educational and entertaining materials, but did you know that the public library is also a hub for creativity and creation? The Musical Instrument Lending Library, paired with the Recording Studio at the Picton Branch Library is a great […]
Several public washrooms to close for renovations
The municipality has sent notice that four bathrooms are, or will be, temporarily closed for accessibility renovations. Wellington Baseball Park (170 Niles Street, Wellington) Closed for season as of Tuesday, Aug. 18. Picton Skate Park (375 Picton Main Street) Closed Wednesday, Aug. 19 to Wednesday, Sept. 2. The washrooms will reopen on Thursday, Sept. 3. […]
OPP warns about cell phone fraud
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is warning the public about cellphone service provider fraud after receiving reports from residents across the east region. Sergeant Erin Cranton, media contact, notes that in these scams, fraudsters contact victims while posing as representatives of a legitimate cellphone service provider. “They may offer a discount, upgraded plan, or a […]
Fire department field testing service to non-hydrant area in Consecon
Prince Edward County Fire and Rescue is scheduled to complete a Fire Underwriter Survey tanker shuttle field evaluation test Tuesday, Aug. 18 beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Consecon area. An effective tanker shuttle service tests providing effective fire protection services within non-hydrant serviced areas. The session takes approximately two hours. Traffic will be flagged […]
Glenora Ferry out of service midnight to 6 a.m. Aug. 21
Also, the Glenora ferry will be out of service tonight from midnight to 6 a.m. Aug. 21, for maintenance work at the Adolphustown dock The Glenora ferry will be out of service from midnight to 6 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 20, for maintenance work at the Adolphustown dock. While the ferry is out of service, […]
Overnight road closure on McFarland Drive Aug. 20 – 21
The County of Prince Edward is advising residents that Hydro One will be completing infrastructure upgrades on McFarland Drive during the overnight hours on Thursday, Aug. 20. McFarland Drive will be closed from Picton Main Street to the Millennium Trail from 11 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 20 to 5 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 21. Heavy […]
