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Gooood morning Bay of Quinte!

Mother Nature seems to be having a calendar crisis in Quinte this weekend. The thermometer's staging a mid-August comeback with temperatures soaring to a balmy 25°C - a full 10 degrees above our typical October sweater weather. Looks like those pumpkin spice lattes might need to be served over ice.

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🏛️ New Indigenous Centre Opens at Loyalist College
A meaningful milestone as Loyalist College unveils its expanded Tsi Titewaya'taró:roks Indigenous Centre, meaning "Place Where We Gather As Family" in Mohawk. The student-centred space offers cultural activities, dedicated support, and resources to strengthen both academic success and Indigenous identity. (InQuinte) Read More →

🚔 Trenton Plaza Reopens After Bomb Threat Investigation
A bomb threat prompted swift evacuation of the Giant Tiger plaza on Dundas Street East yesterday. What began as an unsettling afternoon for shoppers ended safely after OPP and Canine Units thoroughly searched the premises and found no suspicious items. (Quinte News) Read More →

📻 Local Radio Stations Unite for Kids Can't Wait Radiothon
Nine radio stations across Hastings, Northumberland, and Prince Edward County are joining forces for a 12-hour broadcast on October 1st. This heartwarming community effort will raise funds for The Children's Foundation's vital youth programs. Every donation supports local children's access to life-changing opportunities. (Quinte News) Read More →

🚂 VIA Rail Hits Pause on Express Toronto-Montreal Service
Good news for Eastern Ontario rail passengers - VIA Rail has postponed its controversial express route pilot that would have bypassed several major stops. The Crown corporation's planned three-month trial between Toronto and Montreal will maintain service to Kingston, Belleville and Cornwall. (The Intelligencer) Read More →

🚒 Belleville Fire Station Opens Doors for Family Fun Day
Mark your calendars for a sizzling Sunday funday at Fire Station #3's open house on October 5th from 11am-2pm. The free community event features everything from hot dogs and truck tours to an exciting kids' fire fit challenge and household safety scavenger hunt. (City of Belleville) Read More →

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🍺 Oktoberfest Beer Garden Bash | October 4 | 12PM-Close | Gillingham Brewing
Dust off your lederhosen for an authentic Oktoberfest celebration featuring award-winning Märzen lager, traditional German fare, warm pretzels, and vinyl-spinning polka tunes.

🎁 Gleaners Food Bank Drive | Oct 4-5 | 9am-2pm | 25 Wallbridge Crescent, Belleville
Help stock the shelves at this drive-through food donation event where every can counts - they're now serving double the families they did pre-COVID.

🏒 BSens Exhibition Games | Oct 3 & 5 | 7:00PM | CAA Arena
Catch our hometown Senators in preseason action against the Marlies and Rocket while supporting BGH Foundation - all for just $12 a ticket with $5 going to charity.

🎨 Yoga | October 4 | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM | Brambleberry Farms
Stretch your body and your artistic muscles at this free festival featuring senior-friendly yoga sessions and farm-fresh vibes.

💼 Work in Quinte Career Fair | October 15 | 1-6pm | Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre
Polish up that resume because 45+ local employers are ready to woo you with job opportunities at this massive career matchmaking event.

🎨 All-You-Can-Paint Pottery Night | October 16 | 6-9PM | County Creative Studio
Channel your inner Picasso and paint unlimited pottery pieces for three glorious hours at this one-time-only creative free-for-all ($100 total fee).

🎬 Butter Bandits Film Premiere | December 18 | 7:00-9:30pm | The Empire Theatre, Belleville
Roll out the yellow carpet (yes, yellow!) for this quirky Christmas comedy premiere featuring schmoozing, Q&A, and everything butter than expected.

ARCHITECTURAL MASTERPIECE IN OLD EAST HILL OFFERS LUXURY LIVING AT $799,900

This stunning modern residence on Victoria Avenue showcases dramatic exposed beams, dual gas fireplaces, and an expansive 175+ ft private lot while delivering 2000-2500 sq ft of thoughtfully renovated space with 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths in Belleville's most coveted neighborhood.

🏗️ Completely reimagined stone and stucco exterior with attached garage
🏠 Gourmet kitchen flows to sunken living room with oversized windows
✨ Primary suite features private terrace, walk-in closet, and designer ensuite

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Wednesday: ☀️ High 18°C / Low 7°C - clear sky

Thursday: ☀️ High 18°C / Low 7°C - clear sky

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Big milestones, fun events, and a few heart-warming causes — it’s a great weekend to get out there and be part of the community. Send this to someone who swore they were staying in this weekend.

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