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Schools to remain closed at least until May 31
School remain closed to May 31 Students will still be able to complete their year, but schools will remain closed until at least May 31. Sunday, Education Minister Stephen Lecce announced the closure was based on advice from the Chief Medical Officer of Health and health officials on the COVID-19 Command Table and is part […]
Business rent reduction program could bring some relief
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced a rent relief program Friday to help businesses forced to shut down due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The plan would lower rent by up to 75 per cent for eligible small business tenants paying less than $50,000 per month in rent and who have temporarily ceased operations, or have experienced […]
Municipality working through cash flow constraints due to pandemic
The County of Prince Edward continues to evaluate municipal operations and its financial outlook in light of the financial uncertainty caused by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic outbreak. “As one of the largest employers in Prince Edward County, we are doing everything we can to limit the impact on our valued employees and their families, while […]
Mayor names members of COVID-19 economic recovery team
Prince Edward County Mayor Steve Ferguson has announced the members of the municipality’s COVID-19 economic recovery team. “With representation across a range of economic sectors, the team has the broad perspective needed to chart a path of recovery from this pandemic outbreak,” he said. “I want to thank the members for agreeing to volunteer their […]
Teachers reach tentative contract with province
Public high school teachers have reached a tentative three-year contract with the province, bringing an end to almost a year of negotiations with the government over education funding. A ratification vote is to be held in May. Strike action escalated this fall as The Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation (OSSTF) teachers and education workers engaged […]
OPP break up birthday party, send traveller back to quarantine
Prince Edward County OPP officers broke up a birthday party and sent a traveller who should be in quarantine home over the weekend. Constable Aaron Miller, PE OPP Community Safety Officer, said officers responded to a call about a birthday celebration on the weekend. “Partiers were reminded of the regulations surrounding the Emergency Management and […]
Proactive COVID-19 testing at LTC homes
Proactive testing for COVID-19 in long-term care homes in outbreak resulted in confirmation of three new cases at Hastings Manor over the weekend. “As we continue our outbreak management support and surveillance, additional staff and residents of Hastings Manor have been monitored, and tested when appropriate,” said Dr. Piotr Oglaza, Medical Officer of Health and […]
County to establish economic recovery team; help for businesses under way
Mayor Steve Ferguson announced Friday he is establishing an economic recovery team in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. “In the near future, we are going to shift our focus from crisis response to recovery. And when we do, we need to be prepared to work quickly and efficiently to improve the long-term economic well-being of […]
Municipal facilities to remain closed until June 15
The municipality’s recreation facilities including the Crystal Palace, arenas, museums, and town halls will remain closed to the public until Monday, June 15 to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the community. Municipal facilities are often used to host large events and gatherings beginning in late spring and early summer. The municipality hopes private […]
County OPP educate and enforce emergency act
Prince Edward County OPP continue to collaborations to ensure community safety during the ongoing health crisis due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With its partners, Prince Edward County bylaw officers and Hastings and Prince Edward Public Health, OPP members have been investigating allegations of individuals and businesses defying the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act. On […]
