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. […]
Small Town
Megan Hutton’s new play comes to Théâtre Roulant The fictional town of Monroe takes centre stage in Megan Hutton’s new play, Small Town, which will be presented as part of Théâtre Roulant’s summer offerings, starting on June 14 at the Waring House. The town of Monroe has been clinging steadfastly to its 200-year history and […]
Uptick in new builds
Downturn in revenue New home building starts were up a bit in the first half of 2026 compared to the drought of building last year, with 59 new units (39 singlefamily structures, 13 multiple-unit dwellings and 7 secondary suites). By this time last year, Shire Hall had issued just 47 new home-building permits (37 single-detached, […]
Council pay
Council approves salary increases for next term after weeks of debate After weeks of debate and two previous attempts to reach a decision, Council has approved salary increases for members of the next term. Beginning January 1, 2027, councillors will receive an annual salary of $40,422, up 27 per cent from the current $29,645. The […]
Upside down
Existing water users will pay Shire Hall staff acknowledged on Thursday that a one per cent growth rate means a much larger share of the proposed infrastructure spending (regional plant and intake in Wellington and a 20-kilometre pipeline to Picton) will be borne by existing water rate payers across Prince Edward County. The notion of […]