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 23, 2025
Robert Hough’s novel, Anarchists in Love, is based on the true story of Emma Goldman and Sasha Berkman, two poor, young immigrants who join New York’s political underground in the late 1800s and plot a shocking, violent act they hope will ignite a worldwide anarchist revolution. Nicki Ramjass reads an excerpt.
In her novel, We Were the Bullfighters, Marianne K. Miller delves into the relationship between Ernest Hemingway and Red Ryan when the Toronto Daily Star reporter was assigned to cover the daring prison break of the notorious bank robber and his gang in 1923.
Monday, November 24, 2025
TOPICAL ISSUES & CURRENT EVENTS
PEC BUDGET 2026: Mayor Steve Ferguson provides details of the draft operating budget which stands at $90 million of which $60 million will be raised through taxes.
PREDICTING MEASLES OUTBREAKS: Dr. Chris Bauch, professor of Applied Mathematics at the University of Waterloo explains how, by analyzing social media posts and identifying signs of vaccine skepticism, public health officials could predict where measles outbreaks might occur.
NEIL YOUNG AT 80 – PART 2: Jim JJ Johnston and Reid Pickering discuss Neil Young’s philanthropy, their favourite songs and Astrid Young describes the making of the Harvest Moon video.
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
CONSUMER INFORMATION
CONSUMERISM
Lesley Lavender, CEO of the Federation of Ontario Cottage Associations (FOCA), joins us again to talk about how FOCA addresses the specific challenges facing Prince Edward County. We’ll learn how FOCA works with County property owners and others to address issues ranging from shoreline health to balancing tourism with ecology. Lesley will also share some tips on closing the cottage for the winter season.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Ely T of County Acupuncture and Wellness has been practicing Traditional Chinese Medicine and classical acupuncture for 25 years. In this conversation Ely talks about how it works and breaks down some of the common terms used in traditional Chinese medicine.
SERVICES
Tasha Shaw-Verbic of Fearless Tails in this month’s talk about everything dog training will focus on one of the most common challenges for pet owners – greetings at the front door! Whether your dog gets overly excited, jumps on guests, or barks nonstop, we’ll share positive strategies to make door greetings calmer and more enjoyable for everyone.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
COUNTY COOKS
We are so lucky, in P.E.C. to live in a veritable apple orchard. From Waupoos to Redneresville, the County produces bushels and bushels of a wide variety of crispy apples. Chef Chris Byrne pops by to talk about a number of ways to use these fruits to make your fall/winter sweet.
TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS:
Mike Campbell, owner of Argyll Engraving, shares with Pearl Hucul the successes, innovations, and memories of the 29 years he has been immortalizing achievements, championships, and victories for local organizations.
THE COUNTY, NATURALLY
The Canadian Museum of Nature has just announced an important new find: the skeleton of a rhinoceros that’s 23 million years old. Discovered on Devon Island, north of Baffin Island, this is the furthest north that the remains of a rhino have ever been found. The Arctic rhino is also a new species, previously unknown to science. Dr, Danielle Fraser of the Museum will talk to Pamela Stagg about this unique animal.
Thursday, November 27, 2025
COUNTY GROWS
Cheryl McLellan speaks with Barry Matthie of Bonibrae Perennials and Garlic about the origins of the business and what types of delicious garlic are available for Christmas season cooking and gift giving.
COUNTY PROFILE
Gage Broderick speaks with one half of the talented musical duo, Fearless Love and successful realtor for Harvey Kalles Real Estate, Carol Love. Carol will share her various life stories, music inspirations, and what has led her to successfully juggle 2 very different careers.
WHAT’S HAPPENING
Liz Zylstra chats about the library’s participation in upcoming holiday events including the Bloomfield, Picton and Consecon Santa Claus Parades plus the Friends of the Wellington Library annual holiday readings and more.
Friday, November 28, 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?
The Roc
Representatives from the ROC youth centre in Picton share the imaginative talents and perspectives of the youth in Prince Edward County.
ARTSCENE
Co-host Sarah Moran and Janna Smith, Executive Director of the PEC arts council, known as County Arts, talk about how dreams came true in 2025. They also share how the upcoming 2026 programming involving partnership and services for artists and the community will add excitement in the arts and help build the county economy.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS (Nov 23 – 29)
Wellington Dukes Play by Play
Catch all of the action with your play by play host Craig Foster and producer Gage Broderick. Next broadcast Sun Nov 23 7:30pm The Wellington Dukes vs Pickering Panthers.
Cabaret at the Cape SOLD OUT
Congratulations to Shatterbox Theatre, The Cape, the musicians, actors, and the compete production team. Looking forward to seeing what comes next.
O Bloody Caesar
“ShakesParody”, ‘A Theatre Club, and 99.3 County FM proudly unleash their inaugural O Bloody Caesar. A hilarious radio play adaptation of Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar this Wednesday 9 to 10 pm at 99.3FM and streaming at www.993countyfm.ca. O Bloody Caesar, where betrayal, power, and puns reign supreme! Starring County favourites: Wendy Roy, Sarah Kirby, Gage Broderick, James Fraser, David Baker, Kevin Flesch and Tom Coates. Special thanks to our sponsors: Green Gables Gifts & Greetings in Bloomfield; Prinzen Ford Sales in Bloomfield; and June Gill, Real Estate Agent, Royal LePage ProAlliance Realty. More info.
Join County Writes County Reads and the Marysburgh Mummers Dec 7th
You are invited to an afternoon of Christmas cheer at the Mt.Tabor Playhouse in Milford on December 7th at 2 p.m. in support of the Angel Tree in Picton. Join us as Lynn Pickering of CWCR and Pat Larkin of the Mummers host this festive celebration featuring captivating Christmas stories read by local talents, including Janet Kellough, Christine Renaud, Jen Sills and Claudia McCabe. Enjoy lively skits performed by the talented 4H Marysburgh Mummers drama camp. Adding to the festive spirit, Paul Johnson and Greg Hinde
will provide musical delights. Tickets are by donation and are available at Books and Company and at the door. Donations of canned goods to the Food Bank are also gratefully encouraged. For more information contact Pat at 613 920 7686 or info@mummers.ca
Upcoming Santa Claus Parades
Join 99.3 CountyFM at the events in Bloomfield Nov 28, Picton Nov 29, and Consecon Dec 7. Details here
Comedy Country at The CAPE Dec 10th
Top-tier comedy acts from Toronto, Montreal, and beyond paired with rising local talent for unforgettable nights of live performance transforming one of the County’s most stunning venues into a midweek comedy hub. Presented by Comedy Country, media sponsor 99.3 CountyFM. PEC’s award-winning rural comedy series since 2015—these Wednesday night shows are built for comedy lovers.
“Cheap Wine” is family. For real. As in two of them have the same parents and two of them have a marriage certificate. That’s sweet and wholesome, but it’s also kind of weird! AUDIENCE CHOICE AWARD at Toronto Sketchfest 2025. Warning: This is a friendly family troupe, but not a family-friendly show! Details here
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