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Gooood morning Bay of Quinte!
The average human attention span has dropped from 12 seconds in 2000 to just 8.25 seconds today, which means you've got about as much time to read this intro as it takes to microwave a Pop-Tart.
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Here's what's happening in our neck of the woods:
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News Notes
🗑️ Big Changes Coming to Belleville's Waste Collection Schedule
The scoop:
Starting July 21, Belleville is switching to same-day collection for all waste streams. Every household in the city will get their garbage, recycling, and organics picked up on one designated day each week, but your current collection day might change.
Why this matters to you:
- No more keeping track of different pickup days for different bins
- Simpler schedule means fewer missed collections
- Part of Ontario's new plan to make producers responsible for recycling costs (which could mean lower taxes long-term)
The details:
- Changes begin week of July 21
- Check your new collection day at portal.belleville.ca/gis/CurbsideWasteCollection/
- Part of provincial Blue Box regulation changes
- Shifts recycling costs from city to product manufacturers
What's next: Before July 21, visit the city's online portal to find your new collection day and mark your calendar. Set a reminder on your phone - you don't want to be the only house with bins out on the wrong day!
(Source: City of Belleville Facebook) Read More →
🏪 Beloved Quinte Mall Toy Store Set to Close Doors
Another retail shake-up hits our community as Toys "R" Us in Quinte Mall announces its closure according to a Facebook post and Quinte News.
The long-standing anchor store joins five other Ontario locations shuttering this year. While no final date is set, it’s time to plan that final nostalgic visit and use up those gift cards. (Facebook) Read More →
🚌 Summer Weekend Bus Service Coming to Prince Edward County
Getting around the County is about to become way easier. Starting June 27, 2025, new Weekend Connector Buses will link Belleville, Wellington, Bloomfield and Picton on a 70-minute loop. The service runs Friday evenings, Saturday late morning to evening, and Sunday daytime hours. Perfect timing for our summer adventures, wouldn't you say? (InQuinte) Read More →
🏒 Panetta to Lead Wellington Dukes
Former Wellington Dukes star Jacob Panetta is coming home as the new head coach and GM. And he's bringing quite the resume with him - from his Dukes playing days to Colgate University and pro experience in the ECHL and Europe. Panetta's vision? Building a long-term development program that helps young players grow both on and off the ice. (Quinte News) Read More →
City News
💰 Time to Pay Those Property Taxes, Belleville!
Here's your friendly reminder that the first final property tax instalment is due on June 26th. No need to queue at City Hall - you've got plenty of payment options. Make your payment online, by phone, through your bank, or in person at City Hall (8:30-4:30) or the Quinte Sports Centre (8:30-4:00). (City of Belleville) Read More →
Local Biz
🎓 New Montessori School Opens Its Doors in Belleville
Little learners have an exciting new home at DMS Montessori Preschool on Dundas Street East. Owner Dina and her team are now welcoming children aged 0-7 years for authentic hands-on Montessori education. (City of Belleville FB) Read More →
From the Garden
Weather
Tuesday: ☁️ High 24°C / Low 16°C - Overcast clouds
Wednesday: ☁️ High 25°C / Low 18°C - Overcast clouds
Thursday: 🌦️ High 24°C / Low 17°C - Light rain
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⛽ Check out local gas prices here.
Signing Off
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