GRAPEVINE NEWSLETTER – Sunday, April 27 – Saturday, May 3, 2025
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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.
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Sunday, April 27, 2025
THE COUNTY WRITES….THE COUNTY READS
What are you reading? Renay Weissman-Stanners is reading an historical novel set in Prince Edward County where there is no shortage of scandals. Mark Despault is delving into the life story of a late, great Canadian folk singer. Janet Dalicandro has chosen a mystery that reflects contemporary themes.
THE COUNTY GRAPEVINE
Monday, April 28, 2025
On May 1, the provincial government will bestow strong mayor powers on an additional 169 municipalities including Prince Edward County. Bay of Quinte MPP Tyler Allsopp discusses the reasons for the Strong Mayors, Building Homes Act and how it may be implemented. Craig Foster, County FM News Director, explains how the station will cover the federal election when the polls close on Monday. Hear the finale to Terry Culbert`s `parachute in the tree` story. ICYMI: The Teeny Tiny Summit arrives in Prince Edward County on Thursday, May 1. Emily Cowan, PEC’s Director of Community Services, Programs and Initiatives, outlines the program and the panel discussions on the theme, Engage and Energize – Empowering Teeny Tiny Places.
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
Enjoying music outside again is right around the corner and Music In The Park soon starts up in Wellington. Sponsored by the Prince Edward County Lions Club, its organizer John Whyte, joins us in the studio to let us know what we can expect this season!
Spring is here and it is time to think about getting your car ready for the warmer months ahead. Chris Rice, automotive technician and owner of Custom Automotive in Picton joins us with tips on getting your vehicle in shape for summer and keeping it in top form.
Learn how Certified Dog Trainer, Tasha Shaw-Verbic, helps dog guardians deepen their knowledge about canine behaviour by learning about their dog’s needs and motivations to help improve behaviour. This is the first in a new monthly series where we will delve deep into common challenges people face with the canine members of their families.
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
COUNTY COOKS
Spring greens are up around the County! It is time for our annual visit from Registered Herbalist Tamara Segal. Chef Chris Byrne hosts as they discuss the greens that grow around us, how to use them and why,
TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS
Pearl Hucul speaks with Shyrl Nussey, owner of Terraflorans, who shares the joys and challenges of her three decades in business on Main Street Bloomfield.
THE COUNTY, NATURALLY
Photo:Ekaterina Chernetsova (Papchinskaya)
Birds take incredible journeys during migration, like this Arctic tern. The bird spends most of its life on the wing, travelling between the Arctic and Antarctica twice a year. Ashley Jensen, Bander In Charge at Prince Edward Point Bird Observatory, will talk to Pamela Stagg about long-distance migration and the upcoming Spring Birding Festival.
Thursday, May 1, 2025
COUNTY GROWS
Jane Thompson speaks with Jeffery Howell, President of Bay of Quinte Mutual Insurance Co. about two items of interest and importance to many farmers in the County, the new National Building code of Canada and the Ontario Bill 186, Growing Agritourism Act.
COUNTY PROFILE
You may have heard our new “Reflections on Lives and Times in PEC” history series. We are now presenting the full stories behind these vignettes. Tune in every Thursday for the next three weeks.
This week learn about “Reuben Pearce” who fought in the American civil war. Follow his journey from Prince Edward County to the United States and back to his farm in Wellington. Researcher: Colleen Johnson.
As well enjoy the “The Barton Family”. The Bartons were a prominent family in 1800s, ostensibly the heyday of Demorestville. Originally from NY state, they were prolific diarists. Researchers: Bev Sprague and Peter Lockyer
Our thanks to our local sponsors Base31 and Edward Jones Picton, and to the New Horizons for Seniors Program for making this PEC history series possible.
WHAT’S HAPPENING
Barbara Sweet and Liz Zylstra talk about two upcoming author events: Lucille Joseph, author of Releasement: Learning to Dance with Life and Sir John A. Macdonald and the Apocalyptic Year 1885 by Patrice Dutil.
Friday, May 2, 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.
The ROC youth centre in Picton returns with another program this Friday which will again show off the imaginative talents and perspectives of the youth in Prince Edward County.
ARTSCENE
Artscene co-host Sarah Moran will find out more about a new project called Art Flow, created by County Arts in partnership with Community Living Prince Edward (CLPE). Brandy-Lee Wilkes from CLPE and one of the artist facilitators Kaya Joan, share how Art Flow is part of the Youth in Transition Program, aiming to help young people with an intellectual disability make a smooth move from high school to life as an adult.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
All-Candidates Debate and 99.3 CountyFM Election Coverage
If you missed the debate at The Regent on Apr 21 the audio is on our website direct link Four of the candidates for MP in Bay of Quinte discussed their policies, priorities and vision for The County. The debate was brought to you by The Prince Edward County Chamber of Commerce, the Prince Edward Federation of Agriculture, The Regent, and live broadcast courtesy of 99.3 CountyFM.
Monday April 28th tune in to hear the election results right here on 99.3 CountyFM – reporting cared for by our terrific local News Team! Listen at 99.3FM or streaming online. As well, this year 99.3 CountyFM is part of #AltElxn 2025. “Independent Federal Election Coverage”. It’s a coordinated national project by the National Campus and Community Radio Association bringing together over 100 radio stations and local journalists from across the country. You can check in on results across Canada via AltElxn.ca For Monday night we’ll also be integrating a special extended version of the Canadian Collection show with Ken Arnott, music from across Canada linked to the election. (Carlos Merchant’s 3 Letters mix show returns Monday May 5th)
99.3 County FM Lawn Signs FREE
Show your love of community radio and help spread the word about 99.3 CountyFM. Drop by the station at 38 Cold Storage Road Monday-Friday 9-5 to pick up your free CountyFM Lawn Sign. We appreciate your vote for volunteer driven community radio! Any and all support really goes a long way, thank you.
Radiothon 2025
Stay tuned! May 5th we announce our line up to date for Radiothon 2025! Save the date Thursday June 5th – Sunday June 8th. Four days of incredible entertainment. This is our critical annual major fundraiser and frankly just a great time on-air and in studio. We greatly appreciate the support to help bridge the gap and keep your non-profit volunteer-driven community radio station on the air. Special thanks to Wellings of Picton for returning as our title sponsor and to all of our sponsors to date:
McDougall Insurance (Picton), JJ International Media and Management Solutions, Angie’s Pooper Pumping Septic Service, Lockyer’s Country Gardens, Bay of Quinte Mutual Insurance, Stormy’s Auto Sales, and Carson’s Garden & Market.
The County Comedy Project Boot Camp
Do you want to give live comedy a try? Learn from Prince Edward County’s own comedy duo, Short Attention Spa.
It starts May 1 at the Baxter Arts Centre. For more information go to www.comedycountry.ca Comedy Country presented in part by 99.3 County FM
Broadcast Journalist
We are looking for a Summer Job Grant applicant again this year. Age 15-30. Preferred start date May 20th. 8 weeks x 35 hrs a week. Assist in Radiothon, overall marketing, on-air broadcast & admin. Please contact Craig Mills or Joe Martin at the station.
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