Gooood morning Bay of Quinte!
From Olympic dreams to community champions, there's a lot stirring around the Bay this week.
• 🏅 Sports & Achievement - Local skater heading to Milan Olympics plus mental health challenge returns
• 🎨 Events & Culture - Indigenous art showcase, vision boards, and the ultimate soup showdown approaches
• 🏠 Community & Real Estate - New faces at BGH, remembering a beloved leader, and a stunning modern retreat
Let’s dive into it.
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News Notes
Photo: Skate Canada
⛸️ Local Skater Trennt Michaud Heading to Milan Olympics
Belleville-born Trennt Michaud and partner Lia Pereira won Canadian Nationals this weekend. The pair overcame a 9.2-point deficit to secure their spot at the 2026 Winter Olympics. (Quinte News) Read More →
🩺 New Nurse Practitioner Joins BGH Team
Cheryl Parisotto has joined Belleville General Hospital's Medicine and Continuing Care units. She brings years of nursing experience and started practising as a Nurse Practitioner in 2024. (City of Belleville) Read More →
🕊️ Belleville Loses Community Champion Dr. Aruna Alexander
The United Church minister and UN Association founder died January 4th after decades championing equity and inclusion. Her celebration of life happens February 21st at Picton United Church. (Intelligencer) Read More →
🚨 Wanted Man Discovered Hiding in Car Boot
Belleville Police made an unusual discovery during a routine traffic stop Tuesday morning. Officers found a man with outstanding warrants tucked away in the vehicle's trunk. (Quinte News) Read More →
💪 Local Mental Health Challenge Returns with Push-Up Twist
CMHA HPE brings back their Push-Up Challenge from February 5-27. Participants complete 2,000 total reps while learning mental health facts and can nominate others Ice-Bucket Challenge style. (InQuinte) Read More →
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Events
🦪 Midweek Mussels | January 14 | The Local Social House, Belleville
Beat the Wednesday blues with fresh East Coast mussels, three house-made sauces, and riverside views that'll make you forget it's only hump day.
🔨 DIY Like A Girl - Hang It Up | January 14 | 679 Dundas St West, Belleville
Finally learn how to hang pictures without turning your wall into Swiss cheese or having everything perpetually crooked.
🎵 The Music Machine DJ Set | January 15 | Meyers Creek Brewing
DJ Christopher brings his eclectic mix of indie discoveries and timeless classics to Belleville for a night where Stevie Wonder might follow New Order.
🎨 Indigenous Art Showcase | Jan 13-Feb 7 | Gallery 121, Belleville
Two years in the making, this biennial celebration features local Indigenous artists with a smudging ceremony, traditional foods, and live entertainment at the opening reception.
✨ Vision Board Workshop | January 22 | Fawn Over Market, PEC
Manifest your 2026 dreams with junk journaling, goal setting, and mood boarding for $35 (materials and drinks included).
🥣 Savour the Chill | February 21st | Belleville
Local restaurants battle it out in the ultimate soup showdown while you get to play judge and slurp your way through 22 years of chilly tradition.
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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🌲 Premium Location - Situated on 11+ acres of wooded privacy with easy access to Napanee, Belleville, Prince Edward County, and Kingston via Highway 401
⚡ Modern Infrastructure - Hardwired Starlink internet, Generlink generator connection, security system, and oversized 24'x26' garage accommodating full-size trucks
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Signing Off
Until next time—get practising those push-ups, go grab some mussels (or muscles… your call), and we’ll catch you back here on Friday.
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