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Gooood morning everybody! We are always here to spill the tea. Here are the top stories you need to know, plus the weekend plans you’ve been waiting for.

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Top Clicks of the Week

Here’s what readers couldn’t stop clicking on:

• 🚧 Roadwork Alert: 13 Belleville streets getting a fresh asphalt treatment 

• 🪑 Who’s replacing Chris Malette on Belleville council? 

• ♻️ Big change coming to Belleville recycling pickup

News Notes

🎨 Camera Vandals strike again
Another speed camera in Belleville got caught in a graffiti crossfire—this time near the Kinsmen Community Pool, where vandals gave it a bright orange paint job and blocked the lens. The city says cleanup crews will have it back online within days, but beware: even with a paint splatter, that camera might still catch your plate.

🥤🍍Sip your way through downtown Belleville 🍓
The first-ever Savour The Sips is happening Saturday, May 10 from 12–3 PM with 16 downtown spots serving $2 handcrafted, non-alcoholic drinks. You can vote for your fave to win People’s Choice, while local media duo Kay and Katie from @babesofquinte will crown the Judges’ Choice. Full event details can be found here.

🎉 Four H-L&A festivals score nearly $150K from Ontario
Things are looking extra festive in Hastings-Lennox & Addington thanks to provincial funding boosting four big events—including a golf drive showdown, a brewery bash, sparkling rocks, and a theater season that’s anything but imaginary. Local MPP Ric Bresee is all smiles, promising culture, crowds, and cash flow.

Local Biz

🐾 Bark Spot Dog Grooming opens in Quinte West 
Megan Blaquiere is back behind the clippers with the new storefront for Bark Spot Dog Grooming, bringing personalized pup pampering to downtown Trenton. Appointments are one-on-one, the vibes are low-stress, and tails are guaranteed to wag.

Foodie Friday - Reader Recommendations

This one comes straight from a local who couldn’t stop thinking about their meal after coming back from vacation — here’s what they had to say.

Good time Charlie is the life of every party, and now, the life of Consecon too. The menu looks delish — check it out here.

Local business reader recommendations are welcome, go here.

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Events

Belleville Seedling Giveaway | Saturday | 9 AM–12 PM | Market Square, Belleville | Free
Belleville’s Community Trees giveaway returns with native seedlings—residents can grab up to five, first come, first served.

THE MOTHER OF ALL CRAFT SHOWS 2025 | Saturday | 10–4 PM | Corbyville | Free
A one-day handmade shopping bash with 60+ local makers, food trucks, live music, raffles, and craft beer in the historic Corbyville Distillery District.

Suds and Stand-Up Comedy Show | Saturday | 8:00PM | Signal Brewery | $25
A night of laughs at Signal Brewery featuring headliner Cedric Newman, with Brad Bryans and host Evan Dubois.

Large Item Swap | Saturday & Sunday | Curbside PEC (Various Locations)
A community-wide swap where residents leave gently used large items curbside for others to claim—think furniture, tools, electronics, and more.

FREE Outdoor Yoga Class | Sunday | 10:00–10:45 AM | Picton | Free
Kick off summer with a 45-minute all-levels outdoor yoga class led by Kaylyn, with optional donations going to the Loyalist Humane Society.

Announced

Terroir at Trail Estate Winery | May 9–11 | Trail Estate Winery, Hillier | $ varies
Trail Estate Winery hosts a weekend of estate-grown wine tastings capped by a community tasting on May 10 featuring 12 local producers under one roof.

_{Note: Events may be cancelled or have changed times. Be sure to see our event calendar and reach out to the venue before going.}

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Dental care, delivered.

The Travelling Dental Hygienists

What if your next dental cleaning didn’t require leaving the house? The Travelling Dental Hygienists bring professional, gentle dental cleanings right to your home. Whether you live independently, in a retirement community, or somewhere in between, they make the process easy, comfortable, and stress-free. Flexible booking. Insurance handled. Smiles guaranteed.

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In Partnership with Trenval Business Development Corporation, Bay of Quinte’s Community Futures Business Specialist for Business Start-Up or Expansion.

City

🏛️ David Clazie out as Quinte West’s CAO
After nearly two decades with the city, David Clazie is officially out as Chief Administrative Officer, thanks to strong mayor powers now in effect. More on the transition here — and yes, Chris Angelo is still holding down the fort as interim.

🍂 Curbside Leaf & Yard Waste Collection Coming Up
Belleville’s spring leaf and yard waste pickup runs May 20–26 by zone — including areas west of the Moira, east of Highway 37, and everything in between. Need to find your day? Check the full zone map here. You can also drop off waste anytime (Mon–Sat) at the 75 Wallbridge Cres. depot.

Sports

🏒 Golden Hawks take OJHL title in dramatic OT finish
The Trenton Golden Hawks are Buckland Cup champions after a wild Game 6 comeback against the Milton Menace. Trailing 2-0 late in the third, they managed to tie it up and buried the overtime winner to seal the 3-2 victory. Catch the game highlights and postgame reaction here.

Hot Links

💸 Here's every tax refund, credit, and benefit you might be missing in 2025 — including some surprises most Canadians skip.

🥕 30 seasonal recipes to make in May — from asparagus everything to lemony desserts.

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📺 Here's everything new on Netflix this May — new movies, must-binge series, and a few throwbacks.

🥚 Egg prices in Canada are among the highest in the world — and we’re not yolking.

📱 Bell and Rogers quietly raised their connection fees to $75 — even existing customers aren't safe.

📬 Canada Post workers may strike this May — mail delays could be incoming.

Weather

Friday
High 20°C 🌡️ Low 6°C | ☁️/🌬️ | 25% | SW 25 km/h

Saturday
High 13°C 🌡️ Low 5°C | 🌥️/🌧️ | 40% | NW 20 km/h

Sunday
High 16°C 🌡️ Low 7°C | 🌤️/☁️ | 10% | S 15 km/h

🌡️ View current weather here.

🚗 See live traffic here.

⛽ Check out local gas prices here.

Signing Off

That’s a wrap on the week! Send this to someone whose dog needs a haircut and a nail trim— and no, we’re not talking about your husband.

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