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Duarte Da Silva named Chamber CEO
The PEC Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors has appointed Duarte Da Silva as its new Chief Executive Officer. Duarte worked closely with Lesley Lavender, former CEO, to ensure a seamless handover of responsibilities. Lavender, who served the chamber for five years, has moved on to become the CEO of the Federation of Ontario Cottagers […]
Several full closures of Skyway Bridge planned April 25-May 2; 6-10 and weekend May 11-13
UPDATED to add May dates: Several full closures of Highway 49 over the Bay of Quinte Skyway Bridge are planned for the following dates and times – all from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m.: • From 9 p.m. Thursday, April 25 to 6 a.m. Friday, April 26. • From 9 p.m. Monday, April 29 to […]
Five residents defend favourite books at County Reads
Story and photos by Sharon Harrison Five County residents will defend the Canadian book titles they believe should be declared the must read of 2024 when they go before public judges at next month’s County Reads Debate. The Prince Edward County Library hosts the County Reads Debate, which kicks-off and forms part of the equally […]
New Prince Edward Federation of Agriculture president
Jason Courneyea has become the new president of the Prince Edward Federation of Agriculture, (PEFA) taking over the position from the long-serving John Thompson, who will now serve as past-president. Bob Rogers is first vice-president and Don Williams, second vice-president. Courneyea became a board member in 2018 and farms on Gilead Road in Bloomfield. The […]
County receives $225,000 in gas tax funding
Prince Edward County received $225,658 of $1.8 million in 2023-24 gas tax funding presented by MPP Todd Smith in the Bay of Quinte riding. The funding can be used to expand service hours, increase routes, purchase new vehicles or improve accessibility to increase transit ridership. Belleville received $1,077,543 and Quinte West received $528,936. “This investment […]
$100K federal funding supports Learn & Earn program at Community Living
Funding for a new Inclusion Support Worker certificate and on-the-job training is kickstarting careers for multiple individuals in the County. “We’re thrilled about government of Canada funding support from United Way Hastings & Prince Edward for our new Learn & Earn pilot,” said Susan Treverton, executive director, Community Living Prince Edward (CLPE). Launched last fall, […]
Round up at the register raises $15,000
Residents and visitors shopping at Metro Picton have raised $15,000 rounding up their receipts to help Back the Build of Prince Edward County new hospital. Metro Inc. announced the $15,043 donation from the latest cash register round-up promotion, bringing the four-year total raised to $65,525.84. Metro Inc. has also committed to holding the fundraiser again […]
County ready to open Leeward House for transitional housing
The County is preparing to welcome nine residents to the new Leeward House transitional housing facility later this month. During a ribbon cutting April 2, Mayor Steve Ferguson said the home “marks a significant move forward for the municipality and its residents. “This welcoming environment will ensure a safe and supportive space for people experiencing […]
Glenora Ferry service disruption cancelled
The service disruption to replace the hydraulic ramp cylinder at the Glenora dock has been cancelled due to weather and is to be rescheduled. * * * The Glenora Ferry is to be out of service Wednesday, April 3, from 1000 to 1500 hrs to replace a hydraulic ramp cylinder at the Glenora dock.
Paid parking in Picton returns April 2
Paid parking returns in Picton as of April 2 along streets in the downtown core and in the Market Lane parking lot. Payment is required Monday to Friday between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m from April 1 to Nov. 30, excluding holidays. Pay and Display parking stations accept coins, credit cards, and […]
