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Facing delays in the Climate Action Plan, the Environmental Advisory Committee pushed ahead with practical steps, advancing ideas for heat protection, targeted climate funding, and embedding a climate lens into everyday municipal decision-making.

Policing costs, billing systems, and community safety planning were the focus of this OPP Board meeting.

Prince Edward County has officially marked the opening of Leeward House, its first transitional housing facility, designed to support individuals moving from homelessness toward permanent housing.

A wind-driven fire on Inkerman Avenue in Picton displaced a local family and caused extensive damage to their home. A GoFundMe campaign has been launched as community support continues to grow.

A 14-year-old Wellington teen received a standing ovation at council after being honoured for saving his family during a house fire last spring.

Date: November 26, 2023 Drivers travelling through Picton on Tuesday, November 28 may notice a voluntary roadside toll set up at one of the community’s busiest intersections, with funds raised going toward a local school nutrition initiative. The toll is being organized by the Hastings and Prince Edward Learning Foundation in partnership with the County and the OPP. It will be located at the intersection of Lake Street, Talbot Street, and County Road 33, near the LCBO. Motori

The PEC Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Craft Group has donated 150 knitted hats and mittens to help keep County kids warm this winter.

The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation raised more than $3.27 million to support medical equipment and the new hospital project. With over $20 million secured toward its $27 million fundraising goal, the foundation continues to rely on community donations to strengthen local health care.

The Rotary Club of Picton has contributed another $17,930 to the Back the Build campaign, advancing its $100,000 fundraising commitment toward the new Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital.

Hospice Prince Edward has received an $8,300 community donation from 100 People Who Care Prince Edward County. The funds will help enhance the hospice residence and continue providing compassionate palliative and end-of-life care.