99.3 County FM is dedicated to keeping you informed about our programming.
To this end, we are sharing with you highlights of the next week on Sunday’s The County Writes…The County Reads and Monday to Friday Grapevine (noon hour & repeat 6:00 p.m.) plus any other unique programming specials.
Sunday, November 9, 2025
THE COUNTY WRITES….THE COUNTY READS
It’s a tradition! In advance of Remembrance Day, Peter Lockyer reads letters from his great-uncle Chris who was killed, age 17, in WWI. Veterans of the WREN Association of Kingston explain why they joined the navy. Peter Mansbridge honours his father’s service in WWII. John Whittall reads letters from his grandfather, Lieut. Thomas Irving Findley, who was shot down over France during WWI and Richard Todd and Krista Dalby read from Nobody Ever Wins a War, The World War 1 Diaries of Ella Mae Bongard, R.N.
Monday, February 10, 2025
TOPICAL ISSUES & CURRENT EVENTS
MAYOR`S REPORT: Mayor Steve Ferguson reports on comprehensive zoning bylaw, affordable housing, federal budget, and more.
LIVING WAGE WEEK: Craig Pickthorne, Communications Coordinator for the Ontario Living Wage Network, releases new living wage rates.
REMEMBRANCE DAY: Excerpts from the November 9th special edition of The County Writes…The County Reads in advance of November 11.
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
CONSUMER INFORMATION
HISTORY
Banners honouring the men and women who served in World War I and World War II are once again lining Main Street in Wellington. The tribute, now an annual tradition, celebrates the town’s deep respect for its veterans. We speak with Joanna Green of the Wellington Community Association, who first brought this idea forward a year and a half ago, to learn more about the inspiration behind the project—and some of the stories these banners represent.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
November is Diabetes awareness month and Prince Edward Family Health Team Nutritionist Kimberly Storms will be in our studio to talk about how diet can help you avoid diabetes or improve your health if you already are diabetic.
SERVICES
Diane Kennedy and Phil Dawson from the Picton Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion speak with us about the annual Poppy Campaign, how the Legion supports veterans, and how they keep the memory of those who served alive for all of us.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
COUNTY COOKS
Krista Hepburn speaks with local chefs, cooks, and friends about their favourite recipes and dishes.
TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS:
Craig Mills speaks with Dale Wheeler, owner of Expedia Cruises about his travel business.
THE COUNTY, NATURALLY
Photo: Clinton and Charles Robertson
The American eel has become very rare in Lake Ontario — and oddly, all of the remaining eels are females. Dr. Colin Lake of the Glenora Fisheries Station tells Pamela Stagg all about this unique fish, and how it ends up in Lake Ontario after its birth in the Sargasso Sea.
Thursday, November 13, 2025
COUNTY GROWS
Matt Fleguel will describe how transporting 2000 of his sheep from their home base in Waupoos to drought stricken corn fields in other parts of the County is just one aspect of his very busy life as a County farmer.
COUNTY PROFILE
Renay Weissman-Stanners speaks with county personality, Enid Grace.
WHAT’S HAPPENING
Photo: Consecon branch
Liz Zylstra talks about the six branches of the library, the newcomers club and other happenings at the library, including an update on interlibrary loan.
Craig Mills will be speaking with Ross Hamilton of the Bloomfield Hallowell Rec Committee about the annual Bloomfield Christmas/Santa Claus Parade which is coming up on Friday, November 28, 2025 from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm.
Friday, November 14, 2025
SPORTS ROUNDUP
The Prince Edward County Sports Hall of Fame showcases memorable athletes and events.
PET REPORT
Dave Wheatley reports on lost and found cats as well as profiling the ones looking for a forever home.
WHAT’S THE BUZZ?
Screenplay
Raj Dhillon shares interviews, reviews, and analysis of all things film and movie related.
ARTSCENE
Co-host Catelyn Thornton will be speaking with Julia Howell, Chair of County Arts, and Krista Dalby of the Dept. of Illumination. They will be promoting the annual arts fundraiser event 10×10 being held in the Arts Lab on Nov. 14-22, and also discussing the essential role that art has on building community, economic growth, and personal well-being and development.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Wellington Dukes Play by Play
Catch all of the action! Your host Craig Foster is live from the game joined by Gage Broderick in the studio. Next broadcast Sat Nov 8 at 4pm from Haliburton and then Fri Nov 14 at 7pm from Niagara Falls.
Cabaret at the Cape
Come to the Cabaret! Berlin’s famous Kit Kat Club is brought to life at The Cape in Picton by Shatterbox Theatre. Sixteen performances on now through Nov 28th. Roughly 80% sold out, but there are still seats available. The most successful musical of all time features the songs “Wiilkommon”, “Don’t Tell Mama”, “Mein Herr”, “Maybe This Time”, “Money”, and the title number, “Cabaret”. 993 CountyFM proud media sponsor. Tickets
Firelight Lantern Festival 2025
99.3 County FM invites you to this cherished PEC tradition, organised by The Department of Illumination. Two magical evenings of arts and music at the Crystal Palace in Picton, Ontario. The Lantern Parade and outdoor performances are FREE, however donations are greatly appreciated to help keep this event going! Gather at Benson Park starting at 6pm Sat Nov 8th. Parade starts at 7pm and ends at the Crystal Palace. The all-ages magical extravaganza party kicks off at the end of the parade. Detailed event & ticket information
Seniors Information & Active Living Fair
Join us on-site Thursday Nov 13 from 10am-3pm at the Wellington District Community Centre. Free admission, demonstrations, vendors and healthy snacks. Learn more.
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