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Gooood morning everybody! Welcome to the first Monday of daylight savings, where coffee is your only real friend and every clock in your house tells a different time.

Today around the Bay

• Rossmore million dollar developments?

• Sunshine list expands

• March Menu Madness — Grind and Vine

and much more…

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Weather

Monday
High 8°C 🌡️ Low -2°C | ⛅ | 10% | N 20 km/h

Tuesday
High 10°C 🌡️ Low -5°C | ⛅ | 10% | WSW 15 km/h

Weekend Wrap Up

Million-dollar homes
A plan for 11 single-detached homes priced at $900K+ is in the works for County Road 28 in Rossmore. Residents at a recent planning meeting raised concerns about traffic, wetlands, and future development, while developers noted potential for more homes on adjacent land. No decision yet—this was just an info-gathering session, with a final vote coming at a future public meeting. ("County Live")

Belleville’s $28.9M Sunshine List revealed
Belleville’s Sunshine List included 215 municipal employees last year, with the city shelling out $28.9 million in salaries. Former interim Police Chief Chris Barry topped the list at $229,549, followed by retired CAO Rod Bovay at $220,548. The police service accounted for the largest share of costs, with 91 employees making the list. ("The Intelligencer")

Empire Rockfest announcement soon?
We’re getting a little anxious. Almost a year ago, Empire Rockfest 2024 was announced, bringing acts like Dallas Smith, The Beaches, and Alan Doyle to the stage. Now, fans are wondering when the 2025 lineup will drop (we hope soon)—and if it will bring another mix of country, rock, and east coast favourites. ("Facebook")

Belleville’s unemployment rate drops
The Belleville-Quinte West jobless rate fell to 7.6% in February, down from 8.3% in January. Provincially, Ontario’s unemployment rate also dipped to 7.3%, while the national rate held steady at 6.6%. ("Quinte News")

Belleville Soccer House League registration open
Spots are filling fast for the 2025 season, and this year brings a new U15-18 Boys and Girls Division. Don’t miss out—register now via PowerUp. ("Instagram")

Tattoo, treats & tails for a cause
Get inked, cuddle dogs, sip a cold one, and chow down on Caribbean patties—all while raising money for @backstreetpaws. March 15, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., @rosewater_________ is hosting a pup-themed tattoo event with adoptable dogs and plenty of good vibes. First come, first tatted! ("Prince Eddys Instagram")

EI rules loosened
Ontario workers affected by tariffs could see expanded access to EI work-sharing benefits, as the federal government doubles program length from 38 to 76 weeks. ("Daily Hive")

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What’s Happenin’

Lobsterfest lands at The Vic Social
Lobstah! From now until March 31, The Vic Social in Picton is serving up four specialty lobster dishes to get your fix. Don't wait too long—this feast is only here for a limited time. ("Vic Social")

Monday

Projectile Projects | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Belleville Public Library | Free
Build, launch, repeat. Design your own pompom catapult and rubber band launcher—no registration needed.

Recipes Gone Viral | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM | Trenton Branch | Free, registration required
Taste-test 2024’s hottest food trends and decide if they’re worth the hype.

Tuesday

March Break: Teddy Bear Clinic | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Trenton Branch | Free, registration preferred
Bring your stuffed bestie for a checkup and learn about doctor visits, handwashing, and dental care.

Yoga for Children | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Picton Branch | Free, registration required
Playful poses, fun games, and a little mindfulness—perfect for getting the wiggles out.

March Break Circus Show | 2:00 PM | The Stirling Festival Theatre | Ticketed
Juggling, acrobatics, and circus fun for the whole family. No clowning around—this show is a must-see.

_{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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Business Spotlight

​🍽️ Welcome back to March Menu Madness. In each newsletter for the rest of March, we're spotlighting a local eatery and giving away a $50 gift card to one lucky subscriber. How do you enter? Once you click or tap the restaurants menu link below, you’ll automatically be entered into the draw. We’ll email the winner with the details!

Coffee or wine?

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Art, Theatre & Culture

Tweed & Company’s Co-Executive & Artistic Director, Tim Porter, just snagged the King Charles III Coronation Medal for his contributions to the arts in Tweed, Bancroft, and Hastings County. From bringing big productions to small-town stages to fostering a thriving creative scene, he’s making a major impact.

The Regent
The Regent Theatre has a stacked lineup this month. Highlights include Paddington in Peru (Mar 7-13) and Mickey 17 (Mar 21-27). ("Instagram")

Signing Off

I never really cared much about daylight savings time, but now I have a toddler. And I totally get it…