Brake Room, thanks for the ride

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Gooood morning Bay of Quinte! Ah yes, it’s that magical time of year when it’s 8°C, the geese are confused, and someone’s already wearing shorts like it’s July (guilty as charged — that was me at Zwicks this weekend…

Let’s dive right in!

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News Notes

♻️ Curbside Giveaway Days return May 3–4
Belleville and Quinte West will host their annual spring curbside giveaway Days the weekend of May 3–4 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. It's your chance to leave out gently used items and pick up something new-to-you — for free. 
(City)

🚧 Hastings breaks ground on 32 new affordable units
A new 32-unit apartment building is coming to South Street in Trenton — and it’s designed for families and seniors on Hastings County’s housing waitlist. The $14M project is expected to be finished in late 2026 and will beat Ontario’s energy code by 20%.
(The Intelligencer)

Local Biz

☕ Goodbye, Brake Room — and Thanks for the Ride
After nine years of bikes, beans, and community, The Brake Room is sadly closed. According to a goodbye letter from the owners, Adam and Laura, the decision wasn’t easy. Coffee service ended last week as they shift gears toward a new mobile bike repair service across the region. They also hinted that the cafe could still live on, if the right person steps in.

Other notable business updates:

🍳 Wimpy’s Diner — Permanently closed
🍕 Gino’s Pizza & Spaghetti / Pisano’s Old School — Permanently closed
🍕 Tina’s Take-out Pizzeria — Temporarily closed
🍞 Community Bakehouse — Permanently closed

Coming Soon

Zaika On The Bay — Opening soon at 37 Pinnacle Street. Expect vibrant Indian street food and classic shakes in the former Community Bakehouse space.

Floor Trader is coming soon to Belleville at 113 Station Street offering hardwood, tile, vinyl, and laminate — plus install services once doors open. No official launch date yet, but it looks like Belleville’s about to get a fresh new option underfoot.

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Events

Plan Ahead

John Muirhead
Saturday, April 12 | 7:30 p.m. | Base31, Picton | Ticketed
Indie-folk troubadour. Big-hearted lyrics. And one of the coolest new venues in the County. This one’s for the vinyl lovers and acoustic diehards.

Repair Café
Saturday, April 26 | 11 a.m.–3 p.m. | Picton Public Library | Free
Bring up to five fix-it projects — from electronics to bicycles — and let local volunteers work their magic. Expect free repairs, coffee + snacks, and good community vibes. Donations for the Loyalist Humane Society or the Library Pantry are welcome too.

2025 Ontario District Spring Convention
Friday, April 11,12 | 5–11 p.m. | Centennial Secondary School, Belleville |
Hundreds of barbershop singers hit the stage for a weekend of harmonies, quartets, and big crowd energy.

Batawa ComiCon
Sunday, April 13 | 10 a.m.–3 p.m. | Batawa Community Centre, Quinte West | Free
Toys, comics, Funko Pops, and vendors from across Ontario — this small-town con packs a punch. Costumes welcome.

Free Seedling Giveaway – Quinte West
Saturday, May 3 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m. | Duncan McDonald Memorial Community Gardens, Trenton | Free
Swing by early to snag free seedlings — just don’t forget your own container to carry them home. While supplies last.

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Sports

Hawk Talk
The Hawks are off to a strong start in the Eastern Conference Final, leading the series 1–0. They secured a 5–4 overtime victory against the Haliburton County Huskies in Game 1. Game 2 is scheduled for Tuesday, April 8, at 7 p.m. in Haliburton.

B-Sens
The Belleville Senators split their weekend series against the Rochester Americans — shutting them out 5–0 on Friday before falling 4–0 in the rematch Saturday. With six games left, the Sens sit six points out of a playoff spot — here's where they stand.

Over 43 League Needs 1 More Team
The Bay of Quinte Men’s Soccer League (BQMSL) is looking for one more team to round out the Over 43 Division. Grab your boots, call the old crew, and get on the pitch. (Stretch first.) Interested? Email [email protected] or call/text 613-848-7201.

Community

Farmers' markets are starting to pop back up across the region and some are still gearing up for their seasonal return. Here’s a watch list of spots to grab fresh food, meet local makers and artisans and get outside. This is just a list of markets not opening dates, please check in with the respective markets to see opening dates before going!

• Belleville Farmers’ Market — Market Square, Belleville

• Codrington Farmers’ Market — 2992 County Road 30, Brighton

• Front Street Farmers’ Market — 67 Front Street, Quinte West

• Market Square @ Homestead Marketplace — | 6 Douglas Rd, Trenton

• Picton Town Hall Market — 2 Ross St, Picton

• Wellington Farmers’ Market — The Eddie, & 15786 Loyalist Parkway, Wellington,

• Campbell’s Orchards — | 1633 County Rd 3, Carrying Place

There’s tons more to do this season, and our friends over at the Bay of Quinte Marketing Board just put out their BOQ Spring bucket list, check it out here.

Let’s get growing

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Barbecue season’s almost here. Let’s make your lawn the main event.*

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The weather rollercoaster continues next week — from flurries to sun to single-digit highs, here's what's coming across the Bay of Quinte.

Measles cases are climbing in Hastings County, with 43 confirmed so far — the virus can linger in the air for hours. Here’s what to know and how to check your status.

Walking just 20 minutes a day is great—but a brisk pace could help you live healthier, longer. A new study shows it may delay disease by years—see why speed matters.

Ontario Trillium Benefit payments hit accounts April 10 — here’s how much you could get and who qualifies.

Weather

Monday
High 6°C 🌡️ Low -3°C | 🌥️/❄️ |

Tuesday
High 1°C 🌡️ Low -7°C | ☁️/❄️ |

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Signing Off

Andddd that’s a wrap folks. Share this with a hoarder who needs to participate in the curbside giveaway day.

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