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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, June 1, 2025
THE COUNTY WRITES….THE COUNTY READS
Linwood Barclay returns with a supernatural chiller that Stephen King calls “terrific”. In Whistle, a woman and her young son move to a small town looking for a fresh start only to be haunted by disturbing events and strange visions when they find a mysterious train set in a storage shed. Because Linwood has said Whistle will do for trains what his best-seller Look Both Ways did for cars, hear a repeat of the author’s interview about that book in which an experiment with self-driving cars takes a deadly turn. Linwood also talks about how his dad, a talented illustrator, influenced his love of cars.
THE COUNTY GRAPEVINE
Monday, June 2, 2025
AI in the news: Mark Daley, Chief AI Officer at Western University, discusses jobs at risk, medical use and privacy concerns, AI and the arts, and advice to G7 leaders about regulating AI.
Mr. Malette goes to Ottawa: Chris Malette describes settling in to his role as MP for the Bay of Quinte riding, his encounter with King Charles and priorities of the government.
The retiring John Hatch: The former Staff Sergeant and OPP Commander of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police has retired. John Hatch discusses his career in policing and plans for the future.
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
SERVICES
Since December 2023 regions throughout Ontario have been transitioning their blue box program for their industrial, commercial and institution sector. Now it’s our turn in Quinte. As of July 17, 2025 these properties will no longer have their recyclables picked up by their municipalities and this is all part of putting the responsibility of producing plastics and other recyclable products to their producer. There’s a lot to be understood about this transition, so joining us in the studio to guide us through this is Shire Hall’s Supervisor of Environmental Services and Sustainability, Albert Paschkowiak.
CONSUMERISM
Scammers and hackers are continually getting more aggressive and deceptive while targeting our online devices. Listen in to learn how to recognize the latest scams, what to do to protect yourself and what to do if you think you have been hacked or scammed when we speak with Adam Cavanaugh, Information Technology Specialist with the Prince Edward County Public Library and Archives.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Naturopathic physicians are increasingly recognized as primary care providers while being trained in accredited doctoral-level schools. As part of our Occupations of Interest series, Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Jackie, visits the studio to talk about the growing interest in natural health approaches and the increased demand for services.
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
COUNTY COOKS
Liz Moran speaks with Claire McCann, owner and chef at The Lunch Box in Picton. The Lunch Box has an extensive take-out menu and also offers many take-home and prepared meals.
TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS
Caro Reiss of the Access the County project and the business liaison for the Accessibility Advisory Committee joins Duarte Da Silva to discuss how to make your business more accessible.
THE COUNTY, NATURALLY
When it comes to habitat restoration, sometimes it’s easiest to let nature do the heavy lifting — whether it’s a one-rock dam in the American southwest, wolves in Yellowstone or simply a no-mow policy at Presqu’ile Provincial Park. Pamela Stagg looks at how the simplest way to restore a natural area is sometimes the best.
Thursday, June 5, 2025
COUNTY GROWS
Astrid Young chats with Mike Traynor of Traynor Family Vineyard about sustainability, low-intervention viticulture, and the challenges of organic farming in Prince Edward County.
COUNTY PROFILE
Pearl Hucul speaks with Paul Boelen about his lifelong interests in computers, sailing, cooking, and travel.
WHAT’S HAPPENING
Anne Russell is joined by the 2025 County Kids of Steel Triathlon team. This youth event takes place on Sunday, June 8th. Tune in to learn more.
Friday, June 6, 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?
New Music
Pat Larkin presents current music trends, artists, and releases.
ARTSCENE
Listen in to county artists Julie Seddon and Jason Pettit talking about their photography and painting, and how it connects emotions with the environment around them. They also give us a peek into how they collaborated to curate their joint show. It is titled “Come Across”, and opens on June 14 at Proudest Pony with support from Radiator Collective.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Hike for Hospice May 31st, 2025
Join 99.3 County FM for the 14th Annual Hike for Hospice at The Bethany Christian Reformed Church in Bloomfield. Get outside, move, and raise money for a great cause. Go to www.hospiceprinceedward.ca and click on the register button! Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Picton, Telegraph Narrows, and your friends at 99.3 County FM!
Radiothon 2025 Thursday June 5th – Sunday June 8th
Four days of incredible entertainment
RADIOTHON 2025 LINEUP It’s all possible through the generosity of PEC musicians, our volunteers and you. Your support helps to bridge the gap in our operations revenue required to keep the station on-air 24/7 to serve and connect our community.
HOW TO DONATE We are very happy to have you drop in from 8am-8pm during Radiothon. As well, we are bringing back Matching Donor Hours – thank you to the many donors who have stepped up.
Deepest thanks to our title sponsor Wellings of Picton and to all or our sponsors Heidelberg Materials, 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.
County Kids of Steel Triathlon, media sponsor 99.3 CountyFM, Sunday June 8th
Sunday, June 8th cheer on the County Kids of Steel Youth Triathlon! Kids aged 3 to 17 can embrace an active lifestyle and challenge themselves in a fun and supportive environment. Beginning at 8:30 at Prince Edward Fitness and Aquatic Centre. Participants swim, bike, and run. And everyone can celebrate afterwards with a delicious barbecue lunch! Visit County Kids of Steel Thank you to our promotional sponsors, Family Dentistry at Picton, Shannon Warr-Hunter of EXP Realty and Books and Company.
Tom Wilson’s Mohawk Symphony on June 21st at The Regent Theatre
As part of National Indigenous Peoples Day CountyFM invites you to get your tickets to this extraordinary evening of music and culture. Tom Wilson’s Mohawk Symphony takes centre stage in a special performance by an 8-piece chamber orchestra. Visit The Regent for tickets.
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