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‘Tremendous amount of progress’ despite challenges for County’s new hospital
By Sharon Harrison “When I stand inside the walls of the new hospital and I look around, I think the word that comes to mind is wonder,” shared Stacey Daub, president and CEO of Quinte Health. “It’s just such a great example of human will and capacity to build something so unique, and so beautiful, […]
Bay of Quinte MP appointed to National Environment Committee
Chris Malette, Bay of Quinte MP, has been appointed to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Environment and Sustainable Development. The committee plays a key role in reviewing federal environmental policies, legislation and programs. “I am honoured to be appointed to the Standing Committee on Environment and Sustainable Development,” said Malette. “This is an […]
Municipal interim review notes inflection point; Disraeli housing hits finance hurdles
By Sharon Harrison At last week’s committee of the whole meeting, council heard two presentations, the first being an interim update from the consultants on a County organizational review. The second, a topic that isn’t often addressed publicly, is the issue of hoarding prevalence in the County, the details of which were highlighted by the […]
PEC hoarding response team highlights severity and dangers
By Sharon Harrison What hoarding is and who it affects, the dangers it can present, the types and levels , myths and much more were outlined by Mike Branscombe, fire prevention officer with Prince Edward County Fire and Rescue and Elis Ziegler, affordable housing supervisor with Prince Edward County Affordable Housing Corporation. In the presentation […]
Health care announcement means more people could get a doctor
Story and photos by Sharon Harrison More people in Prince Edward County can expect to secure a doctor in the coming years as part of the Ontario government’s plan to invest more than $2,652,300 this year to connect up to 5,972 more people to primary care in the region. “Today, I am excited to share […]
Council updates: County Road 3 construction, rural roads investment and tire recycling
By Sharon Harrison Council awarded the tender for the rehabilitation work for County Road 3 at this week’s regular council meeting, and also heard a deputation from a resident on the rural roads maintenance and infrastructure investment, as a case study. A quarterly update was received from the development services department, and council also […]
Official groundbreaking for new St. Gregory Catholic School
The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) officially broke ground on the replacement for St. Gregory Catholic School in Picton. The board welcomed students, staff, representatives from Prince Edward County, board trustees, Father George, the architect and construction teams and family members to the official groundbreaking ceremony at 175 Talbot St. “This new […]
Call to return Macdonald statue to Picton Main Street fails
By Sharon Harrison An emotional and sensitive topic for some, a divisive one too, Sir John A. Macdonald, and specifically the statue that once stood outside the Picton branch library on Main Street – before it was removed after much public upset and controversy – was back before County council Tuesday. Mark Johnson, with Save […]
Patrick Howe appointed Fire Chief
Patrick Howe has been appointed Fire Chief of Prince Edward County Fire and Rescue. “After an extensive recruitment process, the municipality is pleased to welcome Patrick as the new Fire Chief for Prince Edward County,” said Adam Goheen, Chief Administrative Officer. “Chief Howe brings to the position more than a decade of progressive experience with […]
Hotel resort complex approved for Hillier winery
By Sharon Harrison Redtail East Hotel and Nordic Spa received approval from councillors for a proposed year-round commercial resort complex on a 57-hectare property located at 19538 Loyalist Parkway in Hillier. The approval of an application for draft plan of (vacant land) condominium for Blocknote Canada Inc. (operating as Redtail Winery) came at Wednesday’s planning […]
