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County among 169 municipalities proposed for ‘strong mayor powers’
Prince Edward County is among 169 more municipalities proposed to gain “strong mayor powers” from the province, effective May 1 “to help deliver on provincial priorities, such as building more homes, transit and other infrastructure across Ontario.” Also on the list are nearby municipalities of Bancroft, Brighton, Cobourg, Greater Napanee, Port Hope and Quinte West. […]
Council approves soccer association shed as project of community interest
The Prince Edward County Soccer Association will be moving forward with plans to build replace a shed with council approval Tuesday night to be a project of community interest, which allows receipts to be given for donations. Council also approved the use of security cameras at the shed to deter vandalism. In their deputation, David […]
Bay of Quinte MPP takes on parliamentary assistant role
Bay of Quinte MPP Tyler Allsopp has received the role of Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade. Premier Doug Ford announced his team of parliamentary assistants, who will support cabinet, on Monday. “It is my pleasure to welcome Ontario’s new and returning team of parliamentary assistants, who will step […]
Retiring PEC OPP commander proud of policing achievements; seeks public opinion
The countdown to retirement is on for Sergeant John Hatch, Prince Edward OPP Detachment Commander, and his final duties mirror those he was given when he first arrived on the job. “When I took over in May 2017, the very first thing they said was, ‘Here, you have to write the detachment action plan.’ And […]
Revised zoning bylaw outlines how property owners can develop their property
By Sharon Harrison A revised 395-page Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw document, which sets out rules for how land in Prince Edward County is used and developed, was presented to council Wednesday evening at the planning and development committee meeting. Property owners are encouraged to familiarize themselves with it, especially if they are intending to develop their […]
Quinte Conservation closes all trails during clean up from ice storm
The ice storm that moved through the Quinte region over the weekend has caused damage to many of Quinte Conservation’s trails, forcing a temporary closure of each conservation area. Trails in Prince Edward County include Beaver Meadow, Little Bluff, Macaulay Mountain and Massassauga Point. Field operations staff are working to clear hazard trees, but this […]
Thousands remain without power; ice melting, branches falling
— Sharon Harrison photos — UPDATE MARCH 31 – More than 1,800 County residents are without power Monday morning. There are scattered outages across the County, and major outages are reported in Bloomfield, Hallowell and Cherry Valley, and the Fenwood Gardens area into Massassauga Point. Hydro One states crews have restored power to more than […]
Tourist season forecast is positivity with uncertainty
Councillors have endorsed the County’s 2025 Tourism Management Plan, including how the approved budget of $240,750 would be used in 2025. Julianne Snepsts, Programs Supervisor with Community Services, Programs and Initiatives, presented the Tourism Management Plan (TMP) and Municipal Accommodations Tax (MAT) consultation report to Committee of the Whole, Thursday. It moves to council for […]
Report details improvements needed at 13 boat launches in the County
A detailed assessment of the conditions of the County’s 13 active boat launches approved by councillors at Thursday’s Committee of the Whole meeting, will result in the launch of improvements. Troy Gilmour, Director of Operational Services, provided a detailed report which included an overview of maintenance, and plans for timing and funding of quick fix […]
Alexandra Bake honoured for building community; work as honourary library fundraising chair
Community builder Alexandra Bake was presented with a Civic Recognition Certificate from the municipality at Tuesday night’s council meeting, in honour of her work as honourary chair of the Picton Library Expansion Fundraising Committee. “She worked tirelessly arranging dozens of events, meeting with donors and enlisting help for the committee,” said her nominator, Prince Edward […]
