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Former president of Storehouse Foodbank receives standing ovation at PEC council meeting

January 17, 2025 at 9:50 am

By: Hailey MacDonald PICTON – The recently retired president of the Storehouse Foodbank based in Wellington received a standing ovation at the Prince Edward County council meeting on Tuesday Jan.[…]

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PEC woman sits just feet away from Taylor Swift: “It was magical”

November 21, 2024 at 3:26 pm

By: Hailey MacDonald BELLEVILLE – A Prince Edward County woman secured tickets to the Eras Tour just feet away from where Taylor Swift was peforming. A year and a half[…]

Outside of Gleaners food bank in Belleville, Ontario.

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A massive increase in food bank usage puts stress on systems and visitors

October 10, 2024 at 10:31 am

By Sam Franks BELLEVILLE – The latest Feed Ontario report says the number of Ontarians relying on a food bank has increased by 41% since 2019-2020. That’s put overwhelming stress[…]

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“There’s something truly magical about this place”

March 20, 2024 at 11:00 am

By- Arshia Kochar Nestled within the picturesque landscapes of southeastern Ontario, Prince Edward County beckons travellers with its timeless allure and captivating beauty. As the sun casts its golden[…]

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Two Belleville families receive a Christmas gift from Habitat for Humanity

November 23, 2023 at 11:25 am

By: Jessyka Maliksi BELLEVILLE – Christmas came early for two families in the Belleville community as they received their keys from Habitat for Humanity for their new homes on Sidney[…]

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Angel Tree program needs your help to bring Christmas to Quinte families

December 8, 2022 at 11:23 am

By Jessica Schmidt BELLEVILLE – The Children’s Foundation’s Angel Tree is back, but a lot of help from the public is still needed to make sure all local families get[…]

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Countylicious event supports local restaurants, food producers

November 10, 2022 at 12:54 pm

By Victoria Caminha PICTON – Restaurants in Prince Edward County are once again participating in Countylicious, which features 15 eateries offering special menus. The event, now more than a decade old,[…]

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Health unit holds off on support for decriminalization of drug possession

November 3, 2022 at 11:12 am

By Jordan Mills BELLEVILLE – Hastings-Prince Edward Public Heath board members have decided they’re not yet ready to support decriminalization of drug possession. At a meeting Wednesday, staff members gave[…]

Trenton Golden Hawks and Wellington Dukes Jerseys

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Wellington Dukes and Trenton Golden Hawks renew their rivalry Friday

October 20, 2022 at 10:23 am

By Jessica Schmidt BELLEVILLE – The rivalry between the Trenton Golden Hawks and Wellington Dukes will be reignited Friday as the two teams face off for the first time this[…]

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IMPACT pilot project set to help those with mental health and addictions issues in Belleville

December 15, 2021 at 12:41 pm

By Charlotte Oduol BELLEVILLE – Help is on the way for those dealing with mental health and addiction issues in the city. Addictions and Mental Health Services – Hastings, Prince[…]