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Borrow a video conference kit
If you would like to participate in a video conversation and need technology, the Prince Edward County Public library can help! Borrow the “turn on and go” video conference kit, which includes a laptop, webcam and microphone, all set up to be easy to use. If you need internet access, or a quiet place to […]
Rushnell Family Services acquires Whattam-Hicks Funeral Home
Rushnell Family Services, third generation locally-owned group of funeral homes, announces the most recent acquisition of our newest location, Whattam-Hicks Funeral Home. This is the eighth facility owned and operated by Rushnell Family Services. We would like to thank Bob and Gayle Osborne for this smooth transition and are looking forward to welcoming them to […]
School board director re-affirms dedication to education and mental health
Sean Monteith, the director of education for HPEDSB released a letter to families in recognition of Education Week and Mental Health Week, both of which are this week.
Community Care helps seniors get through tax time
Prince Edward Community Care is gearing up for another season of completing income tax returns for seniors who live in Prince Edward County. Seniors 60+ whose single income is $35,000 or lower or whose household income is $45,000 or lower, may be eligible for the program. 2020 marks 38 years Prince Edward Community Care has […]
Taste the world with PEC Wine and Food Society
Taste the world’s finest food and wines with the new Prince Edward County Wine and Food Society! Reserve the last Wednesday of each month for a themed evening of unique and rare wines and delectable regional food, presented by The Waring House and certified sommelier, John Carnahan. Each three-course dinner and wine pairing is $65 […]
Donate your ‘loose parts’ for creative play
Loose parts invite endless opportunity for conversation, interaction, creativity and play possibilities. The HUB Child and Family Centre would welcome donations of items you’re looking to re-home. Loose parts could include, but are not limited to: buttons little containers nuts and bolts spools scarves shells frames beads carpet tubes dice and so on… If you […]
Preserve your family’s video memories
Do you have home video VHS tapes you wish you could view and share with your family? The Prince Edward County Archives is launching a new digitization station! Preserve VHS tapes, film photos, and audio recordings to make them available for future generations. Contact Krista Richardson at (613) 399-2023 for information.
Libraries will loan conservation area parking passes
Quinte Conservation area parking passes are now available for loan through local public libraries. In September, the Conservation Authority started collecting parking fees from users in an effort to generate funds to support the constant maintenance needed to keep the areas open, safe, and accessible to the public. Public feedback recognized a financial barrier to […]
Self care starts at Heartwood
Solitude. Space. Simplicity. Do you need to get away for an afternoon, recharge for a weekend or sink into yourself for a week? Self care starts at Heartwood’s Guest House and Deep Rest Retreat. Unplug from the world – no tv, no wifi, no telephone. Just you and all the time in the world to […]
CHEERS! to Dan and Wayne for Glenwood’s beautiful blooms
CHEERS! from the Glenwood Cemetery Board to Dan Hansen and Wayne Potter for outstanding contributions to the very successful live flower program at Glenwood this year. Pictured above is Helma Oonk, Glenwood manager thanking the two for their countless volunteer hours of watering which ensures the geraniums stay beautiful during the summer months. The flower […]
