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Crowds enjoy the fair's last hurrah

The old fairgrounds in Belleville's west end was a busy spot on the Labour Day weekend. The 199th and last exhibition in that location was held. Officials with the Belleville Agricultural Society say ...

John Spitters Sep 06, 2022 The Quinte Exhibition (File photo: Tim Durkin / QuinteNews)

Belleville Fire to 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony and Memorial Garden unveiling

The new Belleville Fire and Emergency Services Fallen Firefighters Memorial Garden will be unveiled this weekend during the annual 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony. The public is invited to the ceremony, beg...

Alana Cameron Sep 06, 2022

Geothermal energy source considered for new hospital

The new Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital could feature a sustainable and environmentally friendly heating and cooling system. Deep holes are now being drilled to see if the ground at the new hos...

John Spitters Sep 06, 2022 Drilling rigs making test holes can be seen in the background. (Pictured, from left, are Lina Rinaldi, Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive, QHC; Sharon Morcom, Board Director, PECMH Auxiliary; Peter Reitsma, Driller; Mayor Steve Ferguson, Prince Edward County; Barbara McConnell, Board Chair, PECMH Foundation; James Hildebrand, Director of Capital Development, QHC; Stacey Daub, President and CEO, QHC; Nancy Parks, Campaign Co-Chair, PECMH Foundation; Todd Smith, Bay of Quinte MPP & Minister of Energy.)

Belleville Sports Hall of Fame will swell by 7

It has been three years since the Belleville Sports Hall of Fame has held an induction ceremony, yet another victim of COVID-19. However, that changes this Saturday, September 10 when the doors to the...

Jack Miller Sep 06, 2022

Life will look a lot different on the morning and afternoon commutes Tuesday. Most students will be starting a new school year today. Drivers should watch for kids heading to school on foot and be sur...

John Spitters Sep 06, 2022

Insects killing Hemlock trees in region

Researchers have discovered an invasive insect infestation near Cobourg which they say could have a detrimental effect on hemlock trees in the province. Scientists with Natural Resources Canada's Cana...

John Spitters Sep 05, 2022

Elexicon Energy raises over $100,000 for charities across Ontario

Elexicon Energy, the electricity provider for Belleville, has raised over $100,000 for charities across Ontario. The funds come from proceeds from their annual Charity Golf Classic Tournament, which i...

Alan-Michael Steele Sep 03, 2022

Trenton Goldenhawks win pre-season game 4 to 1

The Trenton Goldenhawks secured a 4-1 victory over the Milton Menace in a pre-season game last night. Jaden Raad, Nate Burelle, David Fournier, and Ryan Holmes scored goals for the Goldenhawks, with J...

Alan-Michael Steele Sep 03, 2022

What's open and closed for Labour Day Monday

Many businesses will be closed for Labour Day Monday. All grocery stores, as well as the Quinte Mall, will be closed on Labour Day. The Walmart will also be closed. All LCBOs in the area, including st...

Zach McGibbon Sep 03, 2022

HPEDSB candidate

Amanda is a freelance writer and community capacity builder focused on making communities more accessible for everyone who lives in them. She completed her master's degree in Occupational Therapy at t...

John Spitters Sep 03, 2022 Amanda Robertson. (Photo: submitted)