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Gooood morning Bay of Quinte!

In case you missed it, Belleville’s cheesiest showdown has crowned its champion! Capers Kitchen snagged first place at Savour the Flavour 2025, followed by The Kafana and Law & Orders — proof that the people know their way around a good bite (and probably a breadstick or two).

Speaking of local wins, here’s what else made headlines this week…

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🎓 Campus Access Drama at Loyalist College
Striking union members caused quite a stir at Loyalist College by temporarily blocking campus traffic on Wednesday. The OPSEU Local 421 picket line has since returned to normal operations, with police and paramedics reporting no significant incidents during the stoppage. (The Intelligencer) Read More →

🏒 Former Belleville Bull Makes NHL Dreams Come True Local hockey hero David Tomasek has finally cracked the big leagues after a decade-long journey through Europe. The Czech-born forward marked his NHL debut with the Edmonton Oilers by assisting on Leon Draisaitl's 400th goal. (Quinte News) Read More →

🦃 Thanksgiving Weekend Service Changes in Belleville
City facilities across Belleville are adjusting hours for the holiday weekend, with most services taking a well-deserved break on October 13th. While City Hall, the Quinte Sports Centre, and transit services will pause operations, regular garbage collection continues uninterrupted. (City of Belleville) Read More →

🏗️ Building Boom: Belleville's $9.4M Construction Surge
September permits hit a remarkable high in Belleville, with builders clearly keeping their hard hats busy. The city issued 41 new building permits last month, including seven residential projects valued at $6.1M, showing strong growth from last year's figures. (The Intelligencer) Read More →

⚓ Popular Pirate Ship Playground Temporarily Closed
Ahoy, mateys! West Riverside's beloved pirate ship playground will be walking the plank for three days starting October 15th for essential repairs. Young swashbucklers can return to their maritime adventures once maintenance is complete. (City of Belleville) Read More →

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🎵 Subhira Quintet Chilean Jazz | October 10 | 7:00-8:30pm | Arts & Life Circle, Roblin ON
Spice up your Friday night with Chile's premier world jazz ensemble as they blend indigenous rhythms and progressive jazz in a converted church's intimate setting.

🍺 Gold Rush Brewing Grand Opening | Oct 10 | Live Music & Food | 162 Russel St, Madoc
Raise a glass to Madoc's newest craft brewery where James Higgins will be strumming tunes while Hogg Food Co serves up the perfect beer-friendly bites.

🛟 Steering Through the Storm: Women Leading with Purpose | October 21 | 12:45 PM - 4:00 PM | Trent Port Marina, Trenton
Set sail for success with four powerhouse women entrepreneurs sharing their business wisdom over mocktails and meaningful connections.

🎭 Masquer-RAVE | October 31 | 8PM-1AM | Drill Hall at Base31
Get your groove on at this spooktacular Halloween dance party featuring DJ K-Lav, vintage cocktails, and a costume contest that'll make your inner dancing queen come alive.

🎪 Firelight Lantern Festival | November 7-8 | 7PM-Midnight/6PM-11PM | Crystal Palace, Picton
Light up your life at this magical two-night extravaganza featuring glowing lanterns, brass funk bands, fire shows, and illuminated costumes that'll make your inner child do backflips.

Craving a true Canadian classic? Taste of Country's beloved butter tarts are back just in time for Thanksgiving! From traditional plain and pecan to innovative maple bacon and Skor varieties, each tart features a perfectly flaky crust filled with rich, gooey goodness. Don't miss their adorable minis, perfect for sampling multiple flavours. Order early - these seasonal treats vanish fast!

Looking to elevate your Thanksgiving spread? Trenton Deli’s limited-time stuffing Kits take the guesswork out of this holiday staple. Each kit features a curated blend of artisanal breads paired with their signature aromatic spice mix - making it easy to serve up something special without the fuss.

Friday: ☁️ High 16°C / Low 4°C - few clouds

Saturday: ☁️ High 18°C / Low 9°C - broken clouds

Sunday: ☁️ High 19°C / Low 10°C - few clouds

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Happy Thanksgiving weekend! May your turkey be juicy, your family drama be mild, and your gratitude list overflow (right beside the gravy boat). 🦃

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