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Masonry in Picton is alive and well in its bicentennial year
Prince Edward Lodge A.F. & A.M. No. 18 G.R.C. marks its bicentennial year with many events “Lodges and fraternal societies played a very important part in early social life, especially after settlements had grown into thriving communities.” Edwin C. Guillet, N.A., made this comment in his book “Early Life in Upper Canada.” Prince Edward Masonic […]
Low tech solutions to big time problems
With the growing television-inspired popularity these days of hunting out antique and pop art collectibles, it is always useful to review what might be out there simply to inspire your search and increase your chances of finding some (awesome) treasures. With the Pawn Stars in Las Vegas scarcely able to handle the influx of all […]
A rose from Omar Khayyám’s Grave
Many years ago, when the world was young, I belonged to a couple of cycling clubs in my hometown of Ipswich, Suffolk. The members of one of these clubs enjoyed time trials and grass-track racing while the members of the other club enjoyed touring through the tranquil roads of Suffolk. In general, I preferred touring […]
Dodger barks trash talk
I am an angry dog. I am a ranting, raving really ticked off dog. In fact I would say I was angry as a rabid dog, but in Prince Edward County that might get me shot. Hereʼs why I am so upset. There is nothing better than a spring walk with my buddy Dave. This […]
Council Watch – May
This is a new public blog. You are invited to make comment on council issues, or email a more detailed comment to news@countylive.ca Writers must use their full name and a valid email address. Full council and committee agendas and minutes with links to documents here: http://princeedward.fileprosite.com/Documents/DocumentList.aspx?ID=7431 Coming up: May 9 – Strategic Planning Workshop […]
Picton hospital could be in Welland’s boat
This from the Ontario Hospitals media release: Health Coalition Calls on McGuinty Government to Stop NHS Privatization Plan in Welland Niagara — The Niagara Health System is planning to close about 120 hospitals beds at the Welland Hospital. The beds are housed in a wing of the Welland hospital that includes an “extended care unit” […]
Warblers Provide A Welcome Escape
It was a Yellow-rumped Warbler which marked the start of the warbler migration for me. Actually, I didn’t see it, but I did hear its loose trill as we made our way through the Point Traverse Woods. Many reactionary birders still call them Myrtle Warblers, a name they went by for many years. Birders in […]
Canada Post investigating Tinsley campaign delivery concerns
Belleville–Canada Post has launched an investigation of the circumstances surrounding a possible irregularity with the delivery of mail to the Peter Tinsley Liberal Campaign. The investigation is being conducted by the Corporate Security and Investigative Branch (Postal Inspectors) of Canada Post. Brian Smith, Campaign Manager for Peter Tinsley, asks that anyone who has directed mail […]
Join Kramp’s Blue Walk Saturday
This Saturday, April 30th, Daryl Kramp and friends will be be dressed in blue T-shirts heading up North Front Street in Belleville to the Mall. Please come and join us! Meeting up at 10am at the Belleville campaign office across from Harvey’s.
Political quiz popular with voters
With just days to go before the May 2 federal election, a local political quiz continues to attract voter attention. To date, over five hundred respondents have taken the Prince Edward-Hastings Voter Quiz. The twenty-one question Quiz, available on the website of Liberal Candidate, Peter Tinsley, poses the question, “Should You Vote Liberal or Conservative?” […]
