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...
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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...
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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...
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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 ...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Finding better ways to promote biodiversity than No Mow May
No Mow May has grown in popularity over the last few years with many organizations and communities asking people to keep their lawn mowers in the shed during the month to allow grass and flowers to grow so they can feed pollinators and other wildlife. However, more and more experts are saying it's not really necessary....
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Linda Downey of Prince Edward County receives Outstanding Achievement Award for Volunteerism
Prince Edward County's Linda Downey received the June Callwood Outstanding Achievement Award at an Ontario Volunteer Service Awards presentation in Belleville on Wednesday. She is one of 17 recipients of the award across the province. Downey has been volunteering in Prince Edward County since 1992 when she and her husb...
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New Youth Wellness Hub coming to Port Hope
The Ontario government has announced a new Youth Wellness Hub is coming to Port Hope in 2025. In a press release, the government says the new hub will be located at 15 Cavan Street and will connect youth from ages 12-25 and their families in Northumberland County and Alderville First Nation to free mental health suppor...
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