Art auction to support new hospital
The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation is hosting a charity art auction to support construction of the new hospital. The Bid For The Build auction will take place on June 1 at the Crystal Palace in Picton. Historical and significant art pieces will be available to be bid on in a silent auction. Proceeds ...
3h ago
Tyendinaga woman recognized with Indspire Award for Education
A woman with the Mohawks of the Bay of the Quinte is being recognized with the Indspire Award for Education. Kanonhsyonne Janice Hill is a Clan Mother of the Turtle Clan, Mohawk Nation in Tyendinaga as well as the Associate Vice-Principal of Indigenous Initiatives and Reconciliation at Queen's University. She has been ...
3h ago
Brighton assault leads to charges
Charges have been laid against a minor in Brighton. At 8:45 a.m.Thursday, officers responded to Elizabeth Street in Brighton following the report of an altercation. EMS were also called to assess the victim's injuries. A 16-year-old has been charged with assault and will appear in court at a later date.
5h ago
More contraband seized
There have been more contraband seizures at Kingston area institutions. The Correctional Service of Canada says packages seized between April 30 and May 1 at Joyceville Institution, a multi-level security federal institution, included tobacco, marijuana, cell phones and cell phone accessories. The total estimated insti...
5h ago
Partnership will keep Madoc pool open this summer
The Madoc Pool will continue operating in 2024 with a little help from the YMCA. Centre Hastings Council has accepted an offer from the YMCA that would see the organization run the pool this summer along with a summer camp. The Y will operate and staff the pool which would be available for swimming lessons and public s...
6h ago
Suspect breaks in, takes a shower
Belleville police have charged a 22-year-old with multiple charges following a break and enter in the east end Thursday. Police were called to a residence during the midday where a suspect had broken in through a rear door and proceeded to use the shower. The suspect, who is known to the homeowners, allegedly threatene...
7h ago
Preparation continues for Quinte Air Show
With the Quinte International Air Show coming up at the end of June, preparations are well underway at CFB Trenton for the event. Jacqueline St. Pierre, director of Sponsorship and Customer Experience of the Quinte International Air Show, gave an update to the Economic Development, Tourism, and Special Events Advisory ...
20h ago
Giant chair for Quinte West
Quinte West is considering inviting tourists to take a seat at a new tourist attraction - a giant Adirondack-style chair. During Thursday's Development, Tourism, and Special Events advisory committee meeting, councillors received a report from municipal staff on the viability of a giant chair as a tourist attraction. T...
20h ago
Quinte West considers registry for Airbnbs
Quinte West is looking at building a registry for unregistered short-term accommodations. During Thursday's Economic Development, Tourism, and Special Events advisory committee meeting, councillors received a report from municipal staff on setting up a program to identify short-term accommodations like Airbnbs in Quint...
20h ago
Quinte Conservation Foundation seeking board members
Quinte Conservation Foundation (QCF) is looking for new members for its board of directors. Board members will voluntarily assist in the development of QCF's strategic plan as well as oversee finances, and policies and procedures. Quinte Conservation CAO Brad McNevin says applicants should be passionate about protectin...
22h ago