LUCAS, Jeffrey Wayne
Former Defenceman – Quinte Red Devils Suddenly entered into rest at his residence on Wednesday June 30, 2021, Jeff Lucas of Picton died at the age of 41. He was…
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On a sweltering day in May, Rotarians hear of tales of mushing and making a new life
DESIRÉE DECOSTE STAFF WRITER Tuesday’s regular meeting of the Rotary Club of Picton via Zoom went to the dogs. Local Rotarians invited guest speaker Tanya McCready-DeBruin from Winterdance Dogsled Tours…
County’s Keira Turner looking to turn heads in Rookie Sportsman Division
JIM CLARKE FOR THE GAZETTE Go kart racers are making their mark in the sport. With every lap they turn, these young speedsters are seeing their confidence grow as…
Early morning warrant leads to cocaine charges
An early morning raid In Picton on Wednesday by members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), the East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU),…
Public Library remains ‘late fine’ free
“The love of reading is a gift for life, and it has been a godsend during the pandemic for readers of all ages, but perhaps particularly for children,” writes Marsha…
LETTER: County history unique but not always good
There is often talk in the County that the history and historic heritage of the area should be protected. That the past is a big part of what makes this County unique and this is…
A first hand account of a “mild” COVID-19 case
Patricia is the poster image for a healthy mature adult: 61 years old, excellent health, doesn’t smoke, minimal alcohol consumption, and keeps active. She works as a post-operative surgical oncology…
EDITORIAL: Premier must make decision on final month of school now
Generally speaking when May’s Victoria Day weekend rolls around, thoughts of the final day of school begin to creep into the minds of students and teachers. This year however it’s…
Stories from our past – May 27, 2021
Each week, the Gazette looks back on stories from the past. Here is what happened this week, by year… 1911 There is just a possibility that part of the Public…
ERT, Canine unit involved in short man hunt in Consecon
A Prince Edward County man was scheduled to appear in Belleville’s Bail court today in relation to a break and enter early this morning. On Wednesday May 26, 2021 shortly…