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    INQUINTE.CA | Canada Day, Waterfront events back in Belleville - inquinte.ca
    INQUINTE.CA | Canada Day, Waterfront events back in Belleville  inquinte.ca
  • St. Thomas concert series closes with a big band sound

    St. Thomas concert series closes with a big band sound
    The Frank Howard Big Band drew a large and happy crowd to St. Thomas Anglican Church Sunday afternoon for the closing concert in a months-long series. Over the series, music included choirs, soloists and varied types of musical presentations.The Howard Big Band stuck to mostly traditional hits of that era played in the same style and rhythms and drew hearty applause throughout.Adding to the concert was vocal songstress Lenni Stewart who sparkled on period ballads such as Blue Moon, Embraceable
  • A razzle dazzle show for ballet school

    A razzle dazzle show for ballet school
    There’s a song in the hit musical Chicago that says in part “Give ‘em the old razzle dazzle, razzle dazzle ‘em.” The Quinte Ballet School of Canada staff and students did just that for its annual Dance of Spring Concert last weekend – and in spades.It blended plenty of talent, creativity colour and simply gripping entertainment. In this person’s opinion, having covered many QBSC events, it was the most gripping ballet show I have seen. I trust the audie
  • Belleville’s Own: The Artistic Treasures of Holy Angels Church

    Belleville’s Own: The Artistic Treasures of Holy Angels Church
    VIC SCHUKOVEileen Paulsen feels blessed in two worlds: Her beloved faith and an interest in local history with a twist of detective work.A parishioner of Brighton’s Holy Angels Church, her curiosity peaked while admiring its 13 magnificent stained-glass windows: “I loved the windows so much I wanted to know what the symbols meant, so I looked up the artist.”Guido Nincheri, born in 1885, studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence, under the master Adolfo de Carolis. genera
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  • Belleville Art Association’s June show is Nature’s Warmth

    Belleville Art Association’s June show is Nature’s Warmth
    The Belleville Art Association presents its newest art show “Nature’s Warmth” this Saturday June 13 from 2-4 p.m.Artists were asked to create artwork that celebrates the beauty, comfort and inspiration found in the upcoming warm weather season. Artistic creations can also be reflective of the artists own choice or any theme. The artwork on display includes paintings of many sizes and subject matter, artisan work including jewelry, textiles, pottery and mosaics and artist desig
  • Good Food Box program expanding; new depots in Belleville and Melrose

    Good Food Box program expanding; new depots in Belleville and Melrose
    More people in Hastings and Prince Edward Counties now have nearby access to fresh produce as the Community Development Council of Quinte expands its Good Food Box program.The Belleville-based agency offers fruit and vegetables at wholesale prices. They’re delivered to depots spread across Hastings and Prince Edward Counties.It now has four new depots: the Salvation Army Church in Belleville, the Tyendinaga Township Public Library in Melrose, and, earlier this year in Prince Edward County,
  • 99.3 County FM’s Radiothon 2026 generates $76,730

    PICTON — 99.3 County FM, your not-for-profit, volunteer-driven community radio station, has received $76,730 — and donations are still coming in.This year’s Radiothon was themed around all things “Grown Here” in Prince Edward County. The station extends heartfelt gratitude to each and every listener, sponsor, donor, volunteer and the community for the financial support provided prior to, during and following the County FM Wellings of Picton Radiothon 2026 . No matt
  • Dr. Gowthorpe’s 'Heal Childhood Trauma' chosen for Indigo book promotion

    Dr. Gowthorpe’s 'Heal Childhood Trauma' chosen for Indigo book promotion
    Belleville-based author, therapist, and relationship expert Dr. Julie Gowthorpe is celebrating an exciting milestone for her forthcoming book, ‘Heal Childhood Trauma.’The book has been selected for Indigo’s Most Anticipated Canadian Books online promotion, one of the retailer’s pre-order campaigns of the year.The special online offer runs from June 28 to July 5, over the Canada Day weekend and the book will be available for 30 per cent off, she said.Distributed in Canada
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  • Share your feedback about downtown parking in Trenton

    Share your feedback about downtown parking in Trenton
    Quinte West is inviting community members to complete a short survey to provide feedback about their parking experiences in Downtown Trenton.The survey marks the next step in the city’s ongoing evaluation of its “Park Here” downtown core parking program that currently offers free two-hour on-street parking downtown and unlimited free parking in municipal lots in Quinte West.Feedback shared by community members through the survey will help city staff assess the current parking
  • Major cricket tournament draws teams from across Ontario to Belleville

    Major cricket tournament draws teams from across Ontario to Belleville
    Belleville Chamber of Commerce celebrated the official launch of the Quinte Cricket Club with members of a new community non-profit organization bringing professional-level cricket to the Quinte Region for the first time.A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on June 5 attended by Mayor Neil Ellis and local dignitaries, community leaders, and supporters.The ribbon cutting kicked off an exciting weekend for the 2nd Annual Quinte Cricket Cup at the Harmony Road Cricket Ground. The tournament featured
  • Bancroft mayor defends photo holding Satan’s Choice support gear

    Bancroft mayor defends photo holding Satan’s Choice support gear
    Bancroft Mayor Paul Jenkins didn’t get the OPP’s message about biker support gear.The longtime mayor of the town north of Belleville was photographed recently holding a support shirt for the Satan’s Choice motorcycle club and shaking hands with a member of the club.The Town of Bancroft posted the photo on social media showing Jenkins and the co-owner of Choice Cuts, a new store that sells motorcycle merchandise, including support gear for Satan’s Choice, an outlaw motorc
  • Belleville council votes to safeguard city residents’ taxpayer dollars

    Belleville council votes to safeguard city residents’ taxpayer dollars
    Belleville city council was asked Monday to deny a request by a developer for a one-year extension to Community Improvement Plan approval for a senior’s affordable housing project at 7 Aldersgate Drive if a looming deadline is not met.City staff recommended that if “a Community Improvement Plan application deadline of July 11, 2026, is not met by the applicant, staff will reallocate the amount of $618,000.00 from the Community Improvement Plan reserve fund to Taxation Stabilization
  • Belleville councillors ask for staff report on city acquiring Bell Creek wetlands

    Belleville councillors ask for staff report on city acquiring Bell Creek wetlands
    It would appear the fight to save ecologically important Bell Creek watershed from a proposed subdivision development in Belleville is far from over.Two city councillors in regular session on Monday requested a staff report to investigate alternative measures including a land swap with the developer to leave the said property intact.Coun. Kelly Henderson led the push with a request, seconded by Coun. Barb Enright-Miller, for the city to explore the possibility.Henderson requested “a staff
  • Bancroft OPP seeking Toronto-area teenager in non-lethal downtown shooting

    Bancroft OPP seeking Toronto-area teenager in non-lethal downtown shooting
    Bancroft OPP are looking for a 17-year-old Toronto-area resident in connection with a reported downtown shooting Saturday afternoon.“Investigators believe this is an isolated incident with no broader risk to public safety,” Sgt. Erin Cranton wrote in a news release.The release stated officers responded just before 5 p.m. to reports of shots being fired in a parking lot in a parking lot at the corner of Bridge and Hastings Streets. One person was seen “fleeing the area on a bic
  • Bancroft OPP seeking Toronto-area teenager in non-lethal Bancroft shooting

    Bancroft OPP seeking Toronto-area teenager in non-lethal Bancroft shooting
    Bancroft OPP are looking for a 17-year-old Toronto-area resident in connection with a reported downtown shooting Saturday afternoon.“Investigators believe this is an isolated incident with no broader risk to public safety,” Sgt. Erin Cranton wrote in a news release.The release stated officers responded just before 5 p.m. to reports of shots being fired in a parking lot in a parking lot at the corner of Bridge and Hastings Streets. One person was seen “fleeing the area on a bic
  • Patient-transfer company donates $5K for Trenton hospital equipment

    Patient-transfer company donates $5K for Trenton hospital equipment
    Alliance Patient Transfer has donated more than $5,000 to the Trenton Memorial Hospital Foundation for a new vital signs monitor.The company donated a portion of patient transfer fees to and from the hospital.“We are incredibly grateful to Alliance Patient Transfer for their commitment to supporting local healthcare,” said Lindsay Dodds, the foundation’s executive director.“This partnership demonstrates how community health care partners can have a lasting impact. Every
  • Trenton Memorial Hospital Foundation's AGM, Stafford grants announcement Wednesday

    Trenton Memorial Hospital Foundation's AGM, Stafford grants announcement Wednesday
    The Trenton Memorial Hospital Foundation will announce the recipients of its annual grants during the charity’s annual general meeting at city hall.The meeting will be held at 4 p.m. in the council chamber of Quinte West city hall.Officials will report on the past year’s activities, accomplishments, and financial performance, including fundraising, plus goals and priorities for this year.Winners of this year’s Kay Stafford Grants and Bursaries will be announced. The honours ce
  • Base31 announces its biggest summer concert season yet

    Base31 announces its biggest summer concert season yet
    PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY — Award-winning artists, sold-out shows, festivals, comedy, art, food and culture make for an unforgettable summer in Prince Edward County in 2026.Base31 is set to welcome thousands of visitors this summer as it launches its most ambitious entertainment season to date, bringing together some of Canada’s most celebrated artists, international touring acts, festivals, comedy, and cultural experiences across its historic 70-acre site.The summer season features an i
  • Rotary Club of Belleville honours graduating students for exemplary community service

    Rotary Club of Belleville honours graduating students for exemplary community service
    On Thursday, June 4, the Rotary Club of Belleville hosted its Second Annual Graduating Student Bursary Awards Luncheon at Capers Restaurant, recognizing five graduating students from area high schools for their exceptional volunteer service. Since the 1970s, the Rotary Club’s bursary program has recognized high school students who embody the Rotary motto, Service Above Self. For the second time in the program’s decades-long history, students were invited to attend the event, accompa
  • Brighton’s Brian Todd Memorial fund awards 25 grants totaling $155,000

    Brighton’s Brian Todd Memorial fund awards 25 grants totaling $155,000
    The Brian Todd Memorial Community Fund has awarded 25 grants of $2,500 each to recipients and organizations totaling $155,000.“These organizations rely on volunteers – 603 of them – to do their important work,” said Judie Mortlock, memorial fund chair.“We want to thank them for their devotion of time and resources used in providing essential services for our residents.”Grants were also awarded under the annual school grants program.Each of the three elementar
  • Cultivating Creativity — Pride and Belonging

    Cultivating Creativity — Pride and Belonging
    THE QAC TEAMQuinte Arts Council marks Pride month with Belonging, the 8th Annual Rainbow Exhibition Celebrating Identity, Inclusion, and Community.Each June, in celebration of Pride Month, the Quinte Arts Council presents the annual Rainbow Exhibition. This is in partnership with Bay of Quinte Pride. Now in its eighth year, the exhibition celebrates the talent, creativity, and lived experiences of local 2SLGBTQIA+ artists and allies, providing a dedicated space for artistic expression at the QA
  • Municipal candidate information session slated for Belleville

    Municipal candidate information session slated for Belleville
    The City of Belleville, the City of Quinte West and the County of Prince Edward are inviting prospective candidates and interested residents to attend a joint municipal candidate information session ahead of the municipal election this October.The session will take place on Wed., June 17 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Fireplace Room at the Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre, located at 265 Cannifton Rd. in Belleville.Staff from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing’s Eastern Municipal Ser
  • Madoc Twp. bridge dedication honours fallen Const. St. Charles

    Madoc Twp. bridge dedication honours fallen Const. St. Charles
    The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), alongside family members, community leaders and partners, gathered in Madoc Township June 4 for a bridge dedication ceremony in honour of Const. Charles W. St. Charles, who lost his life while serving in the line of duty nearly 100 years ago.Const. St. Charles, aged 75, was tragically shot while executing a tax distress warrant and died on December 22, 1926.He served as a police officer in Madoc Township for 25 years. He was survived by his wife and two chil
  • Housing affordability hurting investment, property manager tells Belleville task force

    A lack of housing affordability is limiting investment in Belleville, a local property manager has told the city’s homelessness task force.Ishpreet Singh is founder of IPS Property Management, which works with housing providers across the Quinte area to manage residential rental properties. He was among the guest speakers at the June 5 supplemental meeting of Mayor Neil Ellis’ Understanding Homelessness Task Force.Singh said his firm manages a variety of buildings, from single-famil
  • Habitat for Humanity PEH breaks ground, seeks future homeowners for Marmora build

    Habitat for Humanity PEH breaks ground, seeks future homeowners for Marmora build
    MARMORA — Habitat for Humanity Prince Edward-Hastings (Habitat PEH) proudly broke ground on June 3, for a semi-detached home that will provide affordable homeownership opportunities for two local families.The land for this project was generously donated to Habitat PEH by St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Marmora. The property was originally donated to the Church in 2004 by members of Marmora Masonic Lodge 222 and Jim Kerr Excavating. Through the generosity and vision of St. Paul’s
  • Belleville's homelessness task force hears how businesses could help

    Belleville's homelessness task force hears how businesses could help
    Belleville businesses could help to address homelessness in the city, leading to benefits for all, Mayor Neil Ellis’ homelessness task force heard Thursday.The group’s meetings had ended in May, but members reconvened to gather input from those in business.Members and guest speakers spoke of organizations – including municipalities and businesses – working in silos to tackle problems. They said a more unified approach is needed.“There’s this opportunity now t
  • Gay Lea Foundation invests $21,000 in Mammography Campaign at PECMH

    Gay Lea Foundation invests $21,000 in Mammography Campaign at PECMH
    PICTON — The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital (PECMH) Foundation is pleased to announce a $21,000 grant from the Gay Lea Foundation in support of the mammography campaign for the new Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital (PECMH).The funding contributed toward the Foundation’s successful $1 million campaign to purchase a state-of-the-art mammography machine, helping ensure patients in Prince Edward County will continue to have access to leading-edge breast screening technology
  • Trenton's Katie Uhlmann wins Canadian Screen Awards, TV development deal

    Trenton's Katie Uhlmann wins Canadian Screen Awards, TV development deal
    Trenton native Katie Uhlmann’s farm-inspired digital comedy show is bearing fruit: two Canadian Screen Awards and a development deal.Uhlmann, 38, won one award, shared in another, and was part of a third nomination at a May 30 ceremony in Toronto.She was named best director of a web program or series for Cows Come Home, a six-episode digital series she created with her friend, Lindsey Middleton, the show’s star, co-creator, and co-producer.The show follows Middleton’s characte
  • Gallery 121 presents Early Summer Show

    Gallery 121 presents Early Summer Show
    The members of Gallery 121 are delighted to present their Early Summer Show, featuring Guest Artists Emóke Wilsonand Michael Amar, along with Featured Member Artist Cara Hancox, June 2 until July 11. The reception is set for Saturday, June 6 from 2-4 p.m.Cara Hancox is a multi-dimensional artist whose primary medium is acrylic, often enhanced with textural materials and found objects. During her years as an international designer, Cara absorbed a wide range of artistic influences that co
  • Patio season returns to Downtown Belleville for summer activities 

    Patio season returns to Downtown Belleville for summer activities 
    The City of Belleville and Downtown Belleville Improvement Area (DBIA) have announced patio season has officially returned to Downtown Belleville.Patio season is one of Downtown Belleville’s most anticipated summer traditions, transforming the downtown core into a vibrant gathering place where visitors can connect, dine, shop and enjoy the best of the season.With 12 City of Belleville patios located throughout the downtown core, there is no better place to enjoy a morning coffee in the su

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