Learning lessons
Council wants to know more about Waring’s Creek decisions At its meeting last Tuesday, Council directed staff to prepare a comprehensive “lessons learned” report examining the approval process for the 870-unit Cold Creek subdivision that sits in the immediate vicinity of Waring’s Creek. Council approved the request in a 12-1 recorded vote Tuesday, with Councillor […]
Epic odyssey
Luci Dilkus paddles from Georgian Bay to Picton Crossing 15 lakes and passing through 44 locks, Luci Dilkus completed the 500-kilometre kayak trip from her home in Tiny, on Georgian Bay, to Picton this week. She started in 2024, and managed to paddle from her home to Big Chute on the Severn River, a distance […]
Middle road
Council sends Drake Devonshire expansion plans back to staff Council heard sharply divided opinions Tuesday before ultimately voting to send the Drake Devonshire’s heritage permit application back to staff for possible revisions rather than approving or denying the proposal. The Built and Cultural Heritage Advisory Committee (Heritage Committee) was unable to determine whether the Drake […]
Unseen neighbours
Artist GL Barrett opens a window into the world of insects Artist GL Barrett grew up on the Isle of Wight in the UK in a gardening family. They had an early fascination with insects and adopted hoverflies as pets (although the relationship was not mutual), and they were more interested in the maggots that […]
A day to celebrate
Century of service celebrated at Wellington Legion For a century, the Royal Canadian Legion has been a steadfast source of support for Canada’s Veterans, a guardian of remembrance and a cornerstone of communities from coast to coast. That remarkable legacy was celebrated Friday as members of Wellington Legion Branch 160 gathered with residents, dignitaries and […]
The wall
The Millennium Trail was once accessible, now it’s a dangerous barrier Doug Van Vlack’s home backs onto the Millennium Trail in Wellington. He has tended the Trail’s span across his property for more than a decade. Much more than cutting the grass and trimming the expansionary buckthorn, Van Vlack has installed stone, erected fencing and […]
A stitch in time
Quilters’ Guild celebrates its 40th anniversary The Prince Edward County Quilters’ Guild held its 2026 Quilt Show at the Wellington and District Community Centre on the weekend, celebrating the 40th anniversary of the guild. There were over 300 quilts made by guild members on display, including 51 quilts in the judged section. There was a […]
Heart and soul
Drake expansion proposal goes under the heritage value microscope The Drake Devonshire’s plans for a major expansion of its hotel in Wellington have sparked discussion over growth, heritage and the future character of the village. The Drake expansion proposal envisions a new three-storey addition replacing the former home (owned by the hotel) at the bottom […]
Gateway
Developer proposes big changes to its plans in Wellington Kaitlin Corp is seeking to change its plans in Wellington. If successful, the plans will forever change the village. The changes are significant—requiring significant alterations to the County’s Official Plan and Zoning by-laws. There is no word yet on whether such approvals will require public consultation […]
In the Key of Blue
Successful premiere for play based on the music of Blue Rodeo It was a sold-out opening night on Friday at the Regent Theatre for Mike Trites’ new musical drama In the Key of Blue featuring the iconic music of Blue Rodeo—and subsequent performances on Saturday and Sunday evenings were very nearly sold out as well. […]