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More building in Belleville in April

Building activity in Belleville seems to be picking up steam. The city issued 56 building permits with a construction value of $9.9 million last month compared to 33 permits worth $6.9 in April 2023. ...

Alana Cameron May 02, 2024

Northumberland County seeks more public input on Growth Management Amendment for Official Plan

Northumberland County is hosting public consultations on updated maps and policies related to long-term growth and land needs. The Northumberland Next project team has been developing a Growth Managem...

Alana Cameron May 01, 2024

One charged after fentanyl, crystal meth seized in Deseronto

A woman is facing charges for multiple offenses after police arrested her on an outstanding warrant in Deseronto. The OPP's East Region Community Street Crime Unit arrested the female on Tuesday after...

Alana Cameron May 01, 2024 Seizure made by OPP during the arrest of a woman in Deseronto, April 30,. 2024. (Photo: L&A OPP)

Loyalist handing out seven honourary diplomas at 2024 convocation ceremonies

Loyalist College will hand out seven honorary diplomas at the school's 57th Convocation ceremonies next month. Honorary diplomas are awarded to individuals who embody Loyalist College's core values th...

Alana Cameron May 01, 2024

Plans for former Hotel Quinte property changing

The removal of fencing surrounding the former Hotel Quinte property in downtown Belleville does not mean construction activity is imminent. The fencing had been installed to stop trespassers but was f...

Alana Cameron May 01, 2024 211 Pinnacle Street, site of the former Hotel Quinte (Alana Cameron/Quinte News)

Thank a doctor on May 1

May 1 is National Doctors' Day. Docs by the Bay Physician Recruitment and Retention Committee is using the day to express its gratitude and appreciation for the dedication and commitment demonstrated ...

Alana Cameron Apr 30, 2024

Several communities offering free trees this weekend

The annual Community Trees giveaway is Saturday, May 4. Several local municipalities, in conjunction with Quinte Conservation, are offering a variety of native tree and shrub seedlings free of charge....

Alana Cameron Apr 30, 2024

Prince Edward County recognizes heritage designation participants

Several properties in Prince Edward County are being designated under the Ontario Heritage Act. With the full participation of the owners, County Council has designated four properties of cultural her...

Alana Cameron Apr 30, 2024 Ernie Margetson, Working Group member, Dale Hughes (Church House), Janice Gibbins (Working Group member), Mayor Steve Ferguson, Sandy Latchford (Built and Cultural Heritage Advisory Committee member), Councillor John Hirsch (Working Group member), Kerry-Lynn Aulthouse, Rahno Boutilier and Seaguinn Boutilier (Clapp House).

Glanmore celebrating International Museum Day

May is Museum Month. The City of Belleville's Glanmore National Historic Site is celebrating with an open house and free admission on International Museum Day May 18. Glanmore is one of more than 37,0...

Alana Cameron Apr 29, 2024 Glanmore House. (Photo: Quinte News)

UPDATE: Investigation into shots fired in Foxboro area; police escorting students to buses

Belleville police say there is an investigation into shots fired at a nearby residence in the area of Highway 37 and Harmony Road. The suspect is described as man wearing a mask who was in all black c...

Alana Cameron Apr 29, 2024