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• County Quilter's Guild Stitch in Time Quilt Show this weekend

  08-07-2026 20:03 via intelligencer.ca
  
  The Wellington and District Community Centre (WDCC), including the walking track will be closed for general access on Saturday, July 11 and Sunday, July 12 as the facility hosts the 2026 Prince Edward County Quilter’s Guild Stitch in Time Quilt Show.
  The event is open to the public; however, admission is required for entry during these dates.
  The WDCC (111 Belleville Street) and the walking track will resume regular hours (7 a.m. – 4 p.m., daily) on Monday, July 13.
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• Exciting program lined up for 7th annual Biglake Festival

  08-07-2026 19:18 via intelligencer.ca
  
  When award-winning violinist Elissa Lee moved to Wellington a few years ago, the community had not idea of how much impact she would have. Lee founded the Biglake Festival which is now in its seventh year, and attracts music lovers from across the Quinte region and far beyond to see a lineup of world-famous talent. Focusing on performers who are internationally known is a key ingredient to the festival’s success, Lee said in a recent interview. This year’s lineup draws talent from a
  
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• You cheddar believe it: Hawkins Cheezies musical debuts in Canmore, AB

  08-07-2026 18:44 via intelligencer.ca
  
  LEAH PELLETIERLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterCANMORE, AB — Inside every carnival-like striped package of Hawkins Cheezies is an orange, cheese-dusted symbol of national pride.The story of the enduring Canadian snack has been brought to life in Carter-Ryan Theatre’s latest original production, The Cheezie Musical: The Unofficial Underdog Story of the Snack that United a Nation , that debuted June 25 and runs until Aug. 15.“It’s a snapshot of life, but it’s life
  
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• Belleville planners recommend proposed zoning for new warehouse

  08-07-2026 18:34 via intelligencer.ca
  
  An application to rezone a parcel of land between Bell Boulevard and Highway 401 just west of Sidney Street will go before Belleville city council at its next meeting.Belleville’s Planning Advisory Committtee recommended to council on July 6 the zoning application be approved as a first step toward the construction of a new warehouse.Kimar Francis, city principal planner with the Engineering and Development Services Department informed the committee in a report that the “application
  
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• Belleville hosts development charges bylaw public meeting 

  08-07-2026 18:28 via intelligencer.ca
  
  The City of Belleville has completed a Development Charges Background Study and is inviting the public to review the document and provide feedback during a public meeting on July 27. Development charges are fees collected from new development to help fund the growth-related capital costs of municipal infrastructure and services needed to support that growth. The background study proposes a new Development Charges By-law to replace the existing by-law (2021-201). It evaluates how growth will imp
  
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• Belleville rectifying data breach made through GIS mapping system

  08-07-2026 18:16 via intelligencer.ca
  
  Belleville has issued a statement regarding a privacy breach of private information held by City Hall.While details weren’t provided, the city said it was dealing with a “privacy matter involving information that was unintentionally made publicly accessible through part of its municipal GIS mapping system.”“Due to an administrative error, limited property information from publicly available assessment roll records, along with certain contact information, including teleph
  
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• Children's Safety Village hosts car seat safety program for caregivers

  08-07-2026 18:10 via intelligencer.ca
  
  Children’s Safety Village of Belleville will host a car seat safety caregiver program in coming weeks.Two sessions will feature a free educational session designed to help parents, grandparents, caregivers, and guardians better understand child passenger safety and ensure children are properly protected every time they travel.“Every caregiver wants to know they are doing everything possible to keep the children in their care safe,” said Rachelle Baldock, executive director of
  
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• Prioritizing accessibility in the performing arts

  08-07-2026 16:37 via intelligencer.ca
  
  Great performances begin long before the curtain rises. They begin with spaces where everyone can participate, contribute, and belong. This summer, the Quinte Arts Council is hosting a three-part Accessibility in the Performing Arts learning series for artists, arts organizations, volunteers, board members, and community leaders.These free, full-day sessions are part of the Quinte Arts Council’s ongoing commitment to creating more accessible and welcoming performing arts experiences acros
  
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• West Nile Virus found in birds in Sault, district

  08-07-2026 16:36 via intelligencer.ca
  
  Two wild birds in Sault Ste. Marie and East Algoma have tested positive for West Nile Virus.The virus is spread to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito, Algoma Public Health says. Prevention tips include wearing light-coloured clothing outdoors, apply mosquito repellent and limit time outdoors from sunset to sunrise. Most people who contract West Nile Virus will not develop symptoms. Some people may experience mild illness, including fever, nausea, vomiting, and a rash on the chest,
  
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