Stephen Petrick

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Sapphires & Snowflakes events raises $155,000 for new Dundas Manor 

The dream to build a new Dundas Manor is more alive now.  An event to raise funds for the new long-term care home brought in $155,000.   The money was raised through...

“Fantastic” support felt at Moose FM Spirit of Giving Radiothon  

The community stepped up for the 107.9 Moose FM and Kinsmen Club of Prescott Spirit of Giving Radiothon on Saturday, Nov. 4.   The radiothon at O’Reilly’s Independent Grocer gathered $1,471.36...

Leeds Grenville’s Summer Company program celebrates four graduates

The future of entrepreneurialism in our region looks bright.   Four students have just graduated from United County of Leeds Grenville’s Summer Company Program.  It provides business mentoring to students and the...

Golden Knights’ Ben Hutton brining Stanley Cup to Prescott Friday

Hockey’s holy grail is coming to Prescott Friday, courtesy of a Knight.   Ben Hutton won the Stanley Cup in June with the Las Vegas Golden Knights.   Every player on an NHL championship team...

Leeds Grenville launches Foodie Shop Adventures Tour  

Are you hungry for adventure this summer? If so, United Counties Leeds Greenville has launched a tour for you.  It’s called the Foodie Shop Adventures Tour. It encourages people to...

Cardinal Festival getting ready for Labour Day parade  

It’s summer now, but soon it will be time to enjoy “The Splendor of Fall.”  That’s the theme for this year’s Labour Day weekend parade, as part of the Cardinal...

Charlie McFarlane Golf Tournament returns to support Shakespeare Fest

The St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival is getting underway soon and a fundraiser to support it is returning this year.  The Charlie McFarlane Memorial Golf Tournament will take place on Labour...

Health unit starting weekly beach testing program 

Starting Friday, you can check the safety of your local beach before heading out for a swim.  The Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit is starting its weekly water...

Ontario Parks unveiling changes as busy season starts

With the school year coming to an end this week, Ontario Parks is getting ready for its busiest time...

South Mountain teen “honoured” to compete at North America Indigenous Games 

South Mountain’s Tala Brant-Berry says she feels honoured to have a chance to represent Ontario’s Indigenous Community at next...

Oxford Mills hosting Canada Day party 

Oxford Mills is getting ready for a Canada Day bash.  The community, north of Prescott, has events planned at Maplewood...

Less smoky weather predicted for Tuesday

The air is expected to be less smoky by Tuesday. Visibility will improve and businesses and events that are...

Town of Prescott announces Canada Day festivities

A fireworks show, a flag raising at Fort Wellington, and a public “Family Fun Zone” are all being organized...

Poor air quality to remain through week 

A Special Air Quality Statement remains in effect for Prescott. Environment Canada says high levels of air pollution from forest...

Poor air quality can impact health of pets: Vet 

The smoky air we’ve been experiencing isn’t just bad for people’s health. It can be dangerous to our animals,...

Council votes unanimously for new noise bylaw 

Some new regulations for things like loud construction are coming to Prescott.  Under the new regulations, loud construction can’t occur...
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Police: Motorists and cyclists need to work together to share the road

Police are reminding driver's that they share the road with motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians

Police reminding drivers to make sure their insurance is up-to-date

It's an important reminder to make sure your vehicle's insurance is up-to-date

North Grenville Fire Service called out over fifty times in September

The North Grenville Fire Service says a large portion of their calls continue to involve alarm activations

Downtown Kemptville BIA hosting meet the candidates evening

Voters in North Grenville will get the chance to meet their candidates in the municipal election

Watermain flushing starting in North Grenville

North Grenville residents are getting a heads up about water main flushing
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