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Gooood morning Bay of Quinte!
This week’s bringing us everything from heroic recognitions to holiday celebrations across our communities.
• 🏅 Local Heroes - Carnegie Medal honors and new leadership appointments making headlines
• 🎵 Holiday Events - Hurricane relief concerts, light tours, and family-friendly New Year's celebrations
• 🏠 Community Updates - Housing market trends, heritage awards, and crime prevention news
"The only way to 'find out if it will work out' is to do it."
— Simon Sinek
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News Notes
🏅 Local Hero Receives North America's Top Civilian Honour
James Badgley from Picton posthumously received the Carnegie Medal for Heroism after diving into dangerous waves to save his drowning nephew. He's the only Canadian among 17 recipients this year. (Quinte News) Read More →
👔 CSBD Names New Leader
Community Services of Belleville welcomes Adrianna Vanderneut as executive director starting December 1st. She brings two decades of nonprofit experience from Blue Door and Durham Youth Services. (Quinte News) Read More →
🚔 Multi-City Break-In Spree Hits Quinte West
Police arrested three men for targeting convenience stores across Eastern Ontario. The suspects face multiple charges including break and enter after hitting 20 locations from July to September. (Quinte News) Read More →
🏠 Quinte Region Housing Market Defies National Trends
Local home sales show mixed results while national numbers dropped 11 per cent. Quinte West saw sales jump from 24 to 34 homes, though Prince Edward County fell from 32 to just 14 sales. (Quinte News) Read More →
🏛️ Heritage Awards Open for Belleville Buildings
Got a restored heritage building worth celebrating? Nominations are open for Belleville's annual Heritage Revitalisation Awards until Feb. 5. (City of Belleville) Read More →
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Events
🪩 Family-Friendly NYE at Midtown Brewing | Dec 31, 7-10pm | Midtown Brewing Company
Beat the midnight madness with a 9pm ball drop, full dinner menu, and bubbles for everyone—perfect for parents who want to celebrate but still get the kids to bed on time.
🎵 Musicians Unite for Hurricane Relief Concert | Dec 21, 9pm | Deseronto
Local artists including David R. Maracle are donating their talents to help Saint Elizabeth, Jamaica rebuild after Hurricane Melissa caused $10 billion in damages.
🎄 Quinte West Holiday Light Spectacular | Through Dec 26 | Quinte West
Self-guided tour of the most dazzling holiday displays from 6 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. nightly, with voting for favorites and shuttle service on weekends.
🎄 Little Stinkers Holiday Shopping Nights | December 18th & 19th | Belleville
Bring your furry family for late-night shopping deals, holiday photos, and treats while you save on everything from kibble to toys.
🎵 The Sound of Sting Tribute Show | May 9, 7:30 PM | The Empire Theatre
Four decades of Sting and The Police hits get the tribute treatment, from "Roxanne" to "Every Breath You Take." Tickets on sale this week.
Note: Events may be cancelled or have changed times. Be sure to see our event calendar and reach out to the venue before going.
Home of the Week
🏡 Historic Three-Bedroom Retreat Steps from Picton's Main Street
Photo: County Curated
The Harrison House offers an exceptional historic accommodation experience with three queen bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and complete kitchen facilities accommodating up to six adults and three children in Prince Edward County's charming downtown core. This architecturally distinctive property features original county design elements, full laundry facilities, high-speed WiFi, and outdoor BBQ dining spaces, all within walking distance of Picton's renowned restaurants, breweries, and shopping districts.
🛏️ Premium sleeping arrangements with three queen beds across separate bedrooms plus two full bathrooms including tub and shower combinations
🍳 Complete culinary facilities featuring full kitchen with drip coffee maker, outdoor BBQ, dining table, and lounge seating areas
🐕 Pet-friendly accommodation welcoming furry companions for a $35 fee with short-term accommodation license ST-2021-0283
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Signing Off
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