Prince Edward OPP encouraged by Festive RIDE results
The Prince Edward Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police are thanking members of the public for thinking ahead this holiday season and keeping roadways safe. Between December 20, 2018 and…
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Druce in as new Dukes bench boss
JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER One of the best Junior A hockey teams in the province of Ontario has undergone a major transformation prior to the Jan. 10 Hockey Canada player acquisition…
Pay-and-display parking not senior friendly
I see that the municipality has decided to “favour” Picton – and the more mobile individuals here – by installing periodically placed, pay- for-parking machines. Clearly council thinks everyone here…
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Inside The Library: Let libraries help with your New Year’s resolutions
Have you set your New Year’s resolution yet? Whether you use the dawn of a new year as the opportunity to create lasting change in yourself, or forget it by…
Info For Seniors: Get help through Ontario Energy Support Program
Community Care staff can provide support to low-income seniors age 60 and over who meet the eligibility criteria for the Ontario Energy Support Program (OESP). The program was launched in…
Stories From Our Past — Week of Jan. 4, 2018
Each week, the Gazette looks back on stories from the past. Here is what happened this week, by year… 1928 – The Prince Edward Rural Young People’s Association was organized…
Politics should be 2018 focal point given importance of elections
The beginning of a new year provides a great signpost for reflection and for anticipation. On many fronts, it appears 2018 is going to be filled with intrigue. Donald Trump…
Public information night for co-housing concept in Bloomfield
JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER In order to make a vision of a community seniors housing development and community hub a reality, the LoveSong Housing group needs a laundry list of…
Pirates blank Jets in rare Thursday road clash
CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER The Pirates widened the gap between themselves and the fourth-place Amherstview Jets last Thursday with a 2–0 win. Picton is sitting comfortably in third place…