Volunteer Information Quinte Update - April 18, 2024
Happy National Volunteer Week! Thank you to all the dedicated volunteers in the Quinte region, who help support a variety of events and programs. Volunteer Information Quinte - is the organization that matches volunteers with organizations. If you have some free time, looking to meet some new people or get engaged with...
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New golf tournament benefiting local humane society
The local humane society in Quinte will benefit from a new golf tournament this summer. Rushnell Funeral Home has announced their inaugural Best Ball Tournament. The event will take place at Trillium Wood Golf Course on Friday, June 21st. Staff say in a statement that all the proceeds will go to the humane society. &qu...
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String of overnight closures coming up for the Bay of Quinte Skyway Bridge
Here is the latest from Prince Edward County about the Bay of Quinte Skyway Bridge. Skyway Bridge overnight closures scheduled for April 29 to May 3 Full mainline nightly closures of the Bay of Quinte Skyway Bridge will take place between Monday, April 9 and Friday, May 3. The closures will take place at the following ...
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Prince Edward County hosting open house about the Delhi Park Community Connections Plan and transit
Prince Edward County has released the following statement this week. County to host open house on May 8 for Delhi Park Community Connections Plan and special transit initiatives The County of Prince Edward is holding an open house focused on pedestrian and cyclist connectivity and public transit initiatives on Wednesda...
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91X Indie Song of the Day - Love Fame Tragedy, Don't You Want To Sleep With Someone Normal?
Artist: Love Fame Tragedy Single: Don't You Want To Sleep With Someone Normal? From: England Love Fame Tragedy is the name of Matthew Murphy's solo project. He's the lead singer of the rock band The Wombats. Listen to the song today at 8:15 a.m., 12:15 p.m., 4:15 p.m., and 7:15 p.m.
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Water pressure set to increase in Wellington as new water tower is hooked up
Prince Edward County has released the following statement today, about the Wellington water tower project. Commissioning of new Wellington water tower beginning April 29 will increase water pressure A planned increase of the water pressure in the Wellington Drinking Water System will take place as a result of connectin...
Apr 16, 2024
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Belleville Transit unveils date for new route system
Loyalist College students will have a new bus system to get used to next month. The City of Belleville initially postponed the changes, so students at Loyalist could finish out the Winter semester. The following statement has been released by the City this week, about the new move. Effective May 6, Belleville Transit w...
Apr 16, 2024
Campus Conversations - Summer jobs at Loyalist College
This week on Campus Conversations, we highlighted student jobs that are available at Loyalist College in Belleville. Paul Smith, the College's Director of Career Services, joined us to talk about Loyalist Works, previously known as work-study. The Loyalist Works on-campus employment initiative is designed for students....
Apr 16, 2024
91X New Song Pick of the Day - Dead Poet Society, My Condition
Artist: Dead Poet Society Single: My Condition From: Boston The band continue to perform this spring, promoting their second album, "FISSION." Listen to the 91X New Song Pick of the Day at 8:15 a.m., 12:15 p.m., 4:15 p.m., and 7:15 p.m.
Apr 16, 2024
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Youth invited to submit a logo design for the national soccer championship in Quinte West
The City of Quinte West has released the following statement today. City of Quinte West invites youth to submit a logo design for 'Soccer Central' as part of the Canada Soccer Toyota National Championships U-15 Cup In celebration of World Art Day (April 15) and the Canada Soccer Toyota National Championships U-15 Cup ...
Apr 15, 2024
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Overnight closure on the Bay of Quinte Skyway Bridge
Another month... another closure. Prince Edward County has announced that the Bay of Quinte Skyway Bridge will be closed to traffic from Thursday, April 25th at 9 p.m. to Friday, April 26th at 6 a.m. Crews will be installing some expansion joints on the north side. The Glenora Ferry is an option to consider during the ...
Apr 15, 2024
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For The Record - Barry Keane, Lightfoot Band
On this episode of For The Record, you'll learn more about the band that toured with the late Gordon Lightfoot. Drummer Barry Keane and the crew continue to celebrate Lightfoot's iconic music. The Lightfoot Band will be performing at the Empire Theatre in Belleville on Saturday, April 20th. 91x Station Manager Greg Sch...
Apr 15, 2024
91X New Song Pick of the Day - Hozier, Too Sweet
Artist: Hozier Song: Too Sweet From: Ireland The singer-songwriter is on the top of the charts in the UK with this song. Listen to the 91X New Song Pick of the Day at 8:15 a.m., 12:15 p.m., 4:15 p.m., and 7:15 p.m.
Apr 15, 2024
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Fencing installed at Meyers Pier
The following statement has been released by the City of Belleville today Residents may notice that new fencing has been installed at Meyers Pier. The end of the Pier has been temporarily blocked as a safety measure for those watching the solar eclipse. That fencing will be removed this Monday. The fencing on both side...
Apr 12, 2024
In Touch With Quinte - Early Spring Show at Gallery 121
This week on In Touch With Quinte, we learned about the latest show at Gallery 121. The Early Spring Show at the co-op gallery in downtown Belleville is on now until Saturday, April 20th. Lynne Vegter who focuses on outdoor images, is the guest artist. Larraine Milligan is the featured member artist for the show. She h...
Apr 12, 2024
91X New Song Pick of the Day - Glass Animals, Creatures In Heaven
Artist: Glass Animals Single: Creatures In Heaven From: Oxford, United Kingdom The four-piece band will release a new album on July 19th. The fourth studio project is the follow-up to their break out record, "Dreamland," released in 2020. Listen to the 91X New Song Pick of the Day at 8:15 a.m., 12:15 p.m., 4:...
Apr 12, 2024
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Prince Edward County reveals plans to mark Earth Day
Prince Edward County has released the following statement today about Earth Day. Prince Edward County is celebrating Earth Day with a number of events and activities leading up to and surrounding the occasion. "Earth Day is an opportunity to renew our commitment to the environment and to the implementation of sust...
Apr 11, 2024
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OPP issue warning about paving and other home improvement scams
OPP Central Region has released the following statement this week. PAVING FRAUD AWARENESS AS WARM WEATHER APPROACHES The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to warn community members of a crime trend involving paving and construction fraud. With the warmer months approaching, residents inspecting their property ...
Apr 11, 2024
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Automated Speed Enforcement Coming to Belleville
Belleville has issued the following press release this week. The City of Belleville is set to introduce Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) signage starting April 15, 2024, in anticipation of the programs official launch on July 15, 2024. ASE is a technology-driven approach to enforcing speed limits which utilizes camera...
Apr 11, 2024
Volunteer Information Quinte Update - April 11, 2024
Spring is here, and for many high-school students, that means that time is ticking to get their volunteer hours done. If you find yourself in that spot, or with some free time to spare. Then Volunteer Information Quinte can find the right place for you. Here is the VIQ Update this week: *Prince Edward County Community ...
Apr 11, 2024