
Bay of Quinte Yacht Club celebrating 150th anniversary with a series of events
The Bay of Quinte Yacht Club is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year. The first in a series of events, will kick off Saturday in Belleville. Roughly 40 to 70 yachts from across North America are expected to participate in a parade in the Bay of Quinte starting at 2 p.m. The best place to watch will be Myers Pier...
Jun 19, 2026
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Quinte West Chamber of Commerce confirms new CAO
Joe Southwell has been named the new CEO of the Quinte West Chamber of Commerce. The chamber has announced in a press release this week, that the board conducted an extensive recruitment process, as longtime CEO Suzanne Andrews is set to retire at the end of June. Southwell has been working in the business and communit...
Jun 19, 2026

Summer kick off event in downtown Belleville today!
Celebrate the start of summer today in downtown Belleville! Belleville Downtown Districts BIA's signature summer event, Downtown At Dusk, will take place from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Front Street from Victoria Avenue to Bridge Street East, will be closed to traffic as of 11 a.m. There will be food trucks, artisans, live musi...
Jun 19, 2026

VIQ's Dancing With The Stars raises over $24,500
Volunteer Information Quinte continues to celebrate the success of last month's Dancing With the Stars fundraiser. The organizations largest annual fundraiser brought in $24,500. The dance contest was held at the Empire Theatre in Belleville. "These funds will have a meaningful impact on our ability to connect vol...
Jun 19, 2026
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Quinte West hosting meeting next week about plans for the west-end of Highway 2
The City of Quinte West has big plans for the west-end of Highway 2 within municipal limits. The team will be holding a drop-in style information session for the community on Tuesday, June 23th. Municipal staff will meet with residents from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Trent Port Marina. The team will be reviewing plans to ...
Jun 19, 2026
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In Touch With Quinte - Bay of Quinte Pride
The Bay of Quinte Pride team has shifted their Belleville-centered focus for June to a regional effort. The team plans to hold Pride events every year going forward, in different communities across the entire region. The Bay of Quinte Pride events will be focused on Picton this year. This Saturday, the Pride parade wil...
Jun 19, 2026

Volunteer Information Quinte Update - June 18, 2026
Are you looking to get involved in something new? Are you new to the area? Do you need to build some new skills or brush up on existing skills? Does your resume need improving? Are you having a hard time figuring out what area of study you would like to enter post-secondary? Are you retired or looking at retirement? Do...
Jun 18, 2026

Dundas Street West in Trenton closured Father's Day
Sunday is Father's Day! Quinte Transit will be hosting their popular Larry Young Memorial Father's Day Car Show. The event will take place in Trenton. On Sunday, Dundas Street West will be closed from Division Street to Front Street from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Westbound traffic will be detoured onto Front Street off th...
Jun 17, 2026
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Prince Edward County launches survey about County Road 49
Prince Edward County has released the following statement this morning. The County of Prince Edward is asking for public feedback on the major structural rehabilitation of County Road 49. Click here to fill out the survey. The results of the survey will help inform the project and the ways the municipality communicate...
Jun 17, 2026
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Belleville encouraging residents to nominate individuals and groups for Environmental Stewardship Awards
The City of Belleville has released the following statement this week. Nominate a local environmental champion for the 2026 Environmental Stewardship Awards The City of Belleville is inviting residents to help recognize local environmental champions by submitting nominations for the 2026 Environmental Stewardship Award...
Jun 17, 2026
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Loyalist College hosting free application day this Wednesday
Loyalist College in Belleville will be hosting a free Application Day. Those who arrive at the College this Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., will be able to register and save the $150 application fee. Students who take part in Application Day, and submit an application to Residence by the end of the month, will be guar...
Jun 15, 2026

Brighton hosting Canada-Qatar FIFA World Cup watch party on Thursday
The FIFA World Cup is underway. Team Canada will play next in Vancouver on Thursday against Qatar. Brighton will be hosting a free watch party at the King Edward Park Arena. Free soccer activities will take place at 5 p.m. Doors open for the watch party at 5:30 p.m., ahead of the 6 p.m. game.
Jun 15, 2026
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Road closures in Picton for Bay of Quinte Pride events this Saturday
The Bay of Quinte Pride team has shifted their Belleville-centered focus for June to a regional effort. The team plans to hold Pride events every year going forward, in different communities across the entire region. The Bay of Quinte Pride events will be focused on Picton this year. This Saturday, the Pride parade wil...
Jun 15, 2026
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91X Indigenous Music Spotlight this week
June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada, and this Sunday, June 21st, is National Indigenous Peoples Day, which aligns with Summer Solstice. As we come together, listen, learn and reflect, 91X is amplifying indigenous voices all week. You'll hear indigenous artists highlighted at 8:15 a.m., 12:15 p.m., 4:15 ...
Jun 15, 2026
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Funeral arrangements announced for OPP Constable Tarun Bali
The OPP have issued the following statement. A police funeral service for Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Provincial Constable Tarun Bali will be held on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at the Mississauga Sports and Entertainment Centre, 5500 Rose Cherry Place, Mississauga, Ontario. The visitation and funeral se...
Jun 15, 2026
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PECelebrates events ahead of Canada Day
Prince Edward County has released the following event update. PECelebrates, a celebration of community, cultures and Canada, will take place June 14 - July 1 across Prince Edward County. PECelebrates features a variety of events and activities that mark National Indigenous History Month, National Indigenous Peoples Day...
Jun 15, 2026
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Loyalist College celebrates Class of 2026!
Loyalist College celebrated the Class of 2026 last week with convocation! Here is the full statement from the College. Applause and proud smiles filled the gymnasium at Loyalist as the college celebrated the achievements of 2,628 graduates during eight Convocation ceremonies held June 9 to 12 at the Belleville campus. ...
Jun 15, 2026

Quinte West holding public information session about plans for the west-end of Highway 2
The City of Quinte West has big plans for the west-end of Highway 2 within municipal limits. The team will be holding a drop-in style information session for the community on Tuesday, June 23th. Municipal staff will meet with residents from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Trent Port Marina. The team will be reviewing plans to ...
Jun 12, 2026
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Prince Edward County celebrates municipal community grant winners
Prince Edward County has issued the following statement this week. The County of Prince Edward is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 Municipal Community Grants Program, supporting local organizations that strengthen community well-being, enhance quality of life, and build capacity across the community. &q...
Jun 12, 2026

In Touch With Quinte - Belleville Downtown at Dusk
Celebrate the start of summer next Friday in downtown Belleville! Belleville Downtown Districts BIA's signature summer event, Downtown At Dusk, will take place from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Front Street from Victoria Avenue to Bridge Street East, will be closed to traffic that day to make room for everyone. The road closure w...
Jun 12, 2026






