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Downed Hydro poles close roads in Quinte West
Some roads in Quinte West were closed on Wednesday night after a sudden and intense thunderstorm knocked down trees and Hydro poles. Fire Chief John Whalen says they responded to eight separate calls ...
Paul Martin Jul 1, 2026

Quinte West postpones fireworks while Belleville still a go for Wednesday
Quinte West has postponed the fireworks display for Wednesday night due to harsh weather. They posted the following message on Facebook shortly after 7 pm. FIREWORKS TONIGHT POSTPONED Due to inclement...
Paul Martin Jul 1, 2026

Big-rig fire briefly shuts down w/b 401 approaching Trenton
Canada Day began with an inferno on the 401 in Quinte West. Quinte West Firefighters responded to a fully involved tractor trailer carrying six vehicles on the westbound 401 by Aikins Road At 12.30 am...
Paul Martin Jul 1, 2026

Canada Day celebrations in Quinte West
Canada's 159th birthday celebration will feature free entertainment, activities and live music in Quinte West. Here is the schedule at Centennial Park in Trenton. 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. - Pancake Bre...
Lindsey Harren Jul 1, 2026 Bumble-Dee / Depositphotos.com

Canada Day events and service changes in Belleville
Happy Canada Day! Government offices, municipal offices, banks, post offices, and major retailers including groceries stores, are closed today. Some privately owned businesses will be open. Here's wha...
Lindsey Harren Jul 1, 2026 amarosy / Depositphotos.com

UPDATE: Missing Bancroft-area man found safe
UPDATE: The missing 22-year-old man from Maynooth has been located. The OPP stated Tuesday afternoon Michael Belleperche was found safe in the area. OPP thanked everyone who assisted in the search. OR...
Brock Ormond Jun 30, 2026 Photo: OPP

QSWC open as cooling centre only on Canada Day
With a heat warning in effect this week, the City of Belleville is reminding residents that the Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre and Belleville Public Library are public cooling centres for those nee...
Lindsey Harren Jun 30, 2026

Glenora Ferry on 15-minute service schedule Canada Day
The Ministry of Transportation is increasing the service schedule for the Glenora Ferry in Prince Edward County. On Canada Day only, the Ferry between Picton and Adolphustown, will run every 15-minute...
Lindsey Harren Jun 30, 2026

Rushnell golf tournament raises $36,300 for local humane society
Good news from the local humane society! Humane Society Hastings Prince Edward (HSHPE) is thrilled to announce that the 3rd Annual Rushnell Funeral Homes Charity Classic Golf Tournament, held at Trill...
Lindsey Harren Jun 30, 2026 Cheque Presentation / Humane Society Hastings Prince Edward.

Wellington Dukes connection to San Jose Sharks development camp
A former and current member of the Wellington Dukes in the Ontario Junior Hockey League, are currently participating in NHL Development Camps. Former Dukes goaltender Jack Lisson and current player fo...
Lindsey Harren Jun 30, 2026

Weather
Tue Nov 3
Belleville, ON, Canada
Patchy rain nearby. Feels like 11°C. Wind 7 km/h S. Pressure 1020 mb. Visibility 10 km.
Last Updated: 5:40 AM (Time Zone: America/Toronto)
Tue Nov 3
Quinte West, ON, Canada
Light drizzle. Feels like 11°C. Wind 15 km/h SW. Pressure 1020 mb. Visibility 2 km.
Last Updated: 5:41 AM (Time Zone: America/Toronto)
Tue Nov 3
Picton, Prince Edward, ON, Canada
Overcast. Feels like 11°C. Wind 13 km/h SSW. Pressure 1021 mb. Visibility 10 km.
Last Updated: 5:43 AM (Time Zone: America/Toronto)
Tue Nov 3
Stirling, ON, Canada
Patchy rain nearby. Feels like 11°C. Wind 7 km/h S. Pressure 1020 mb. Visibility 10 km.
Last Updated: 5:46 AM (Time Zone: America/Toronto)
Tue Nov 3
Napanee, ON, Canada
Overcast. Feels like 11°C. Wind 14 km/h S. Pressure 1021 mb. Visibility 10 km.
Last Updated: 5:44 AM (Time Zone: America/Toronto)





