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Prince Edward County Fire and Rescue is receiving funding support from Enbridge Gas Ontario to purchase updated firefighter training materials. The grant is part of a $125,000 provincial initiative supporting 25 Ontario fire departments in strengthening emergency preparedness and firefighter safety.

When global headlines feel louder and more unsettling, even life in Prince Edward County can feel affected. This reflective essay explores how global uncertainty quietly shapes local economies, emotions, and community life, and why focusing on local connection, participation, and care can restore a sense of stability when the world feels unpredictable.

New Ontario Fire Code requirements for carbon monoxide alarms take effect January 1, 2026, requiring additional alarms in homes across Prince Edward County.

Due to high wind forecasts, Prince Edward County Fire and Rescue has issued a total burn ban covering all forms of outdoor burning.

The County is replacing outdated electric vehicle charging infrastructure with new Level 2 stations planned for Picton, Bloomfield, and Wellington. The municipality is also exploring future DC fast-charging locations to expand public EV access.

The County is seeking more than $14.2 million in federal funding for affordable housing initiatives, including the Queen Elizabeth School redevelopment, secondary suites, transitional housing, and worker housing.

Prince Edward County Council approved a $1.5 million contract to rehabilitate the Loyalist Parkway Bridge, extending its expected lifespan by 65 to 75 years. Council also awarded nearly $400,000 in repairs to the Burr Road Bridge, which will require a temporary road closure and detour.

Quinte Health is warning of possible temporary emergency department closures as physician shortages and rising patient demand put pressure on hospitals. North Hastings Hospital in Bancroft faces the greatest risk, while hospital leaders work with regional partners to maintain services.

Emergency watermain repairs restrict Picton Main Street to local traffic, with detours and possible temporary water discoloration.