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Hillier girl receives first Willi Fida Culinary Bursary  Share 
Posted 9 hours ago
Hillier resident Andrea Heuving is the first recipient of the Willi Fida Culinary Bursary Award. The bursary was presented at a dinner held at Angeline's Restaurant in Bloomfield Aug. 25. [more]
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Paddlers' passion pays offShare 
Posted 2 hours ago
Paddlers from 17 dragon boat teams raised more than $22,000 Saturday for the United Way of Quinte. The fourth-annual Belleville Dragon Boat Festival at Victoria Park was a joint effort between the charity and the Belleville Dragon Boat Club. [more]
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Your Involvement countsShare 
Posted 2 hours ago
I usually have great respect for people who care enough about their community to place their name on a ballot and to run for public office. But I have to tell you that I'm concerned about this upcoming municipal election because I'm not impressed with who and with what I'm seeing. [more]
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Carollers wanted for Christmas goodwill gestureShare 
Posted 2 hours ago
For many years now, the Quinte Chapter, Barbershop Harmony Society, locally known as The Trentones, have been entertaining seniors in various nursing and retirement homes in the area over the Christmas season. [more]
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Our TownShare 
Posted 3 hours ago
When Wright's Guardian Drugs moved from its location in the Eyre Block, interest was stimulated in this century building on the corner of Main and William Streets. In response to numerous inquiries, Prince Edward County's "Mr. [more]
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We are not 'a dirty little town' Share 
Posted 3 hours ago
In 13 years of living in Prince Edward County, I have never heard such an unwarranted insult about our County town. Picton has progressed immensely in 13 years - the store fronts and new businesses are beautiful. [more]
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Proms and British Night at the RegentShare 
Posted 3 hours ago
Fun, games and British humour are the order of the day at the Regent Theatre Sept. 9 and 11. The second annual British Night fundraiser will be held September 9. Master of Ceremonies Michael Reason. The highlight of the evening will be the trivia quiz that will use pictures, audio and film. [more]
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Methodist Episcopal Church daily updateShare 
Posted 5 hours ago
Work stopped for two reasons Friday morning at the site of the former 135-year-old Methodist Episcopal Church on Main Street, Picton. A stop work order has been issued by the Ministry of Labour and Jim Sinclair of BGR Demolition in Belleville could not get his high hoe working. [more]
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ReflectionsShare 
Posted 8 hours ago
At one time, copies of Sir Gilbert Parker's novels could easily be found in Prince Edward County although, today, this Canadian author's novels are rarely seen. [more]
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High-speed Internet project launchedShare 
Posted 8 hours ago
A triumvirate of politicians flipped the switch on a plan to bring high speed Internet to Eastern Ontario within two years with the launch of a $170 million broadband network. [more]
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Julian Gallo, Lenni Stewart to tour with Hollywood legend Mickey RooneyShare 
Posted 8 hours ago
Hollywood legend Mickey Rooney is back in Canada, and Belleville tenor Julian Gallo along with Prince Edward County chanteuse Lenni Stewart are all set for their second "Let's Put on a Show" tour with the iconic star of stage and screen and his wife, actress/singer Jan Rooney. [more]
■ News / Local Letters
It could be a lot worseShare 
Posted 8 hours ago
While it is true that from time to time there is litter and other unwelcome reminders of past events along Picton's Main Street, it's a bit of a stretch to blame everything on our County politicians and officials. [more]
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Critical thinking a mustShare 
Posted 8 hours ago
In his column on truth in sentencing, Alan Shanoff regurgitates the Conservative's position on incarceration. There is a big problem with that position: it doesn't work in the real world. Canada's justice system has worked, at least until the Conservatives got a hold of it. [more]
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Guilty verdict won't bring daughter back: momShare 
Posted 8 hours ago
Two men charged with the murder of a Picton woman were greeted by two fuming protesters outside a Belleville courthouse as they were escorted by officers to an awaiting OPP cruiser on Tuesday. [more]
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Put it in WritingShare 
Posted 9 hours ago
With no thought for the consequences, this summer I decided to take the plunge. Progression from Wellington's Pumpkinfest Parade to Winstead Dog's Precision Walking Team, initially, did not seem to be a big leap. [more]
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Picton Duplicate BridgeShare 
Posted 9 hours ago
There were 11 tables for bridge on Monday Aug. 30. N/S: Al Reid and Ken Parks were first followed by June Wormington and Myrna Kidnew in second and Lita Field and Bev Boutilier third. [more]
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A passport to good manners Share 
Posted 9 hours ago
Only days before receiving a Good Neighbour award, Malakai committed an unneighbourly act. He wilfully destroyed his best friend's passport. Ron Hiuser of Ameliasburgh, owner of both the mischievous Golden Doodle and the shredded passport, is not holding a grudge, however. [more]
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I’m not religious, but I am spiritualShare 
Posted 9 hours ago
This seems to be true for most Canadians. Angus Reid polls show that 86 per cent of Canadians say that they believe in God, but only 21 per cent of them attend church regularly. Statistics show that the number of people who have no religious affiliation has grown rapidly over the past 20 years. [more]
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County Duplicate Bridge ClubShare 
Posted 9 hours ago
We had 46 players out for duplicate bridge at the Elk's Hall on Aug. 27. N/S first place winners were Tom and Nancy Finora. Second spot went to Bill Renoy and Ken Noble. In third position were Donalda Crawford and Ursula Cattelan. [more]
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Taste the County giving the ultimate County experienceShare 
Posted 9 hours ago
With everything there is to taste, see and do in Prince Edward County, Taste the County™  knows it takes a summer to truly experience the multitude of vineyards, restaurants and activities the County has to offer.   In an effort to promote the Prince Edward County summer experience, Taste the [more]
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Davis overseeing huge County construction projectShare 
Posted 1 day ago
Prince Edward County chief building official Garry Davis is returning to his construction roots. It was announced Monday that Davis has accepted the position of Lead Project Manager for Sandbanks Summer Village on East Lake, the 237 cottage development of Cottage Advisors of Canada. [more]
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Demolition of Picton church takes place quicker than plannedShare 
Posted 1 day ago
Things did not go as planned at the former Methodist Episcopal Church on the Main Street of Picton Wednesday. The steeple of the church was supposed to have been removed intact before any more demolition took place at the 135-year-old brick church. [more]
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Quote of the weekShare 
Posted 1 day ago
The secret of genius is to carry the spirit of the child into old age, which means never losing your enthusiasm. – Aldous Huxley
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Whattam's Community CalendarShare 
Posted 1 day ago
SPACE IS AVAILABLE TO all non-profit groups or organizations that serve 'The County' ONLY. Calendar items can be faxed to 476-3031, emailed whattamfh@sympatico.ca or placed in drop box at the side door of the Funeral Home. [more]
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Community engagementShare 
Posted 1 day ago
Ontario Ombudsman Andre Marin's disgust for the disregard for community engagement from the Hamilton Niagara area Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) indeed resonates a blow to the other 13 LHINs in the province. [more]
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Are we paying HST on Hydro debt reduction?Share 
Posted 1 day ago
Peter R. Scott's guest editorial addressed to the Hon. [more]
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Reel ReviewShare 
Posted 1 day ago
There is a brilliant exchange between Gamble (Will Ferrell) and Holtz (Mark Wahlberg), the most unlikely pair of cops to ever team up in this remarkable parody of the buddy cop genre The Other Guys. [more]
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Picton man seeks Green Party nominationShare 
Posted 1 day ago
A retired management consultant and marketing executive is in the running to be the Green Party candidate in Prince Edward-Hastings. Treat Hull, 61, of Picton announced last week he would seek the nomination. [more]
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Ask a Master GardenerShare 
Posted 1 day ago
Sally from County Road 13 asks why the leaves on her bee balm, Monarda didyma, also known as bergamot had white spots on the leaves which were spreading. She thought it might have happened last August as well and the leaves later withered and turned brown. [more]
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Fall fairs coming to the CountyShare 
Posted 1 day ago
Lovers of fall fairs will not be disappointed this autumn in Prince Edward County. First up is the Prince Edward County Agricultural Society's 175th annual Picton Fair. This event will be held Sept. 10-12 at the fair grounds in Picton. [more]
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Today's Methodist Episcopal Church updateShare 
Posted 1 day ago
Things are much quieter at the site of the demolition of the 135-year-old former Methodist Episcopal Church on Main Street, Picton this morning. [more]
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Antique tractor display featured at Picton FairShare 
Posted 1 day ago
The collection, restoration and preservation of farm tractors are popular pastimes for many people. Recalling nostalgic rural ways in Prince Edward County, over 50 tractors will be assembled to mark Picton Fair's 175th anniversary, Sept. [more]
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Popular arts tour also convenientShare 
Posted 1 day ago
Once again, art lovers will have a field day in northern Prince Edward County Labour Day weekend as local artists host the third annual Rednersville Road Art Tour. [more]
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Williams waives right to preliminary hearingShare 
Posted 1 day ago
Col. Russell Williams elected to waive a preliminary court and go to the Superior Court. He will be in assignment court on Oct 7. Williams, 47, appeared in a Belleville courthouse Thursday via video for what was supposed to be a pre-trial hearing. [more]
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Model railroaders going hands onShare 
Posted 1 day ago
The Picton Model Railroaders annual Model Train and Hobby show will have a new feature this year. When you come to the show this year, you will be able to more than just look and admire. [more]