Emily Chatwood

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Articles

Mechanical issue slows Glenora Ferry to 30-minute schedule until further notice

1 week ago | napaneetoday.ca | Emily Chatwood

The Glenora Ferry will run every 30 minutes until further notice due to a mechanical issue with one of the vessels, the Ministry of Transportation says. Repairs are in progress, and updates will be shared as they become available. Travelers are encouraged to plan accordingly while service operates on the reduced schedule. We’ll provide updates as they become available. Written by Emily Chatwood
Driver caught drinking in parking lot had four times the legal alcohol limit, OPP say

1 week ago | napaneetoday.ca | Emily Chatwood

A Greater Napanee man is facing impaired driving charges after police say he was caught pouring alcohol into a cup in a business parking lot. Lennox and Addington OPP were called to the scene on Wednesday, June 18, just before 5 p.m., after a concerned citizen reported suspicious behaviour. Officers found the vehicle and arrested the driver on site. At the detachment, breath tests revealed the driver’s blood alcohol level was nearly four times the legal limit.
Ontario adds 24 new grape types to boost local wine industry

1 week ago | napaneetoday.ca | Emily Chatwood

Our local wine industry just got a big boost with the addition of 24 new grape varieties to the Vintners Quality Alliance (VQA) certified list. The provincial government made the announcement on June 17, saying the new grapes were chosen for their ability to produce high-quality wine, survive changing climates, and require fewer fertilizers and pesticides.
Jackpot grows in ALCDSB’s 50/50 raffle, supporting local families in need

1 week ago | napaneetoday.ca | Emily Chatwood

The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board is seeing strong support for its second board-wide 50/50 raffle, with the prize pot already topping $40,000 and just over a day left to buy tickets. The virtual fundraiser runs until Friday, June 20, at noon, with one lucky winner taking home half the total jackpot. The other half supports the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic Education (ALCE) Foundation.
Blue box recycling changes coming to Prince Edward County this July

1 week ago | napaneetoday.ca | Emily Chatwood

As we previously reported, Changes are coming to recycling pickup in Loyalist Township and Stone Mills Township on July 1, 2025, and in Greater Napanee on January 1, 2026. Now, residents of Prince Edward County are being reminded that major changes are coming to the blue box recycling program starting Thursday, July 17. As part of Ontario’s new extended producer responsibility (EPR) model, producers will now take full control of recycling, including paying all costs.
No new signs for now: Greater Napanee eyes digital solution for Market Square

1 week ago | napaneetoday.ca | Emily Chatwood

As Canadian rockers Five Man Electrical Band once sang, “Sign, Sign, Everywhere a sign.” But not at this time in Market Square. At last week’s Greater Napanee council meeting, councillors approved a staff recommendation to include the idea of investing in digital signage for Market Square in 2026 budget talks. The move comes as the town sees more requests for signage in the busy public space. Staff are recommending that only core municipal business be promoted on any new digital signs.
Greater Napanee loses grant for soccer field upgrade but plans still alive

1 week ago | napaneetoday.ca | Emily Chatwood

The Town of Greater Napanee will not receive provincial funding to help upgrade the B&B Soccer Field. At the June 11 Council meeting, councillors heard their grant application to the Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund was denied. The town had budgeted $65,536 as its contribution to the project. With no outside funding, council voted to move that money into a reserve fund for future use. Staff said the grant application process was straightforward and they received little feedback.
Napanee driver charged after hit-and-run leaves pedestrian injured in Belleville

1 week ago | napaneetoday.ca | Emily Chatwood

A 24-year-old from Napanee is facing serious charges after a hit-and-run crash in Belleville early Sunday morning. At 2:22 a.m. on June 15, Belleville Police and Hastings-Quinte Paramedics responded to a vehicle-versus-pedestrian collision near North Front Street and Tracey Street. The driver fled the scene, but left behind vehicle parts, including a bumper with a licence plate still attached. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her head and face and was treated by paramedics.
It’s a bird… It’s a plane… No! It’s the Goodyear Blimp flying over Napanee

1 week ago | napaneetoday.ca | Emily Chatwood

If you see something floating above Kingston or Napanee this week, don’t worry — it’s the Goodyear Blimp!The famous airship is marking its 100th anniversary with a special flyover of the region yesterday and today (June 16 and 17, 2025). The celebration honours Goodyear’s century-long legacy in Canada and the dedicated employees at the Napanee plant, which has operated since 1988. The Goodyear Blimp is 75 metres long, filled with helium, and one of the most recognizable symbols in the world.
$50,000 reward offered in Calvin Vanness cold case as homicide probe continues

1 week ago | napaneetoday.ca | Emily Chatwood

Seventeen years after Calvin Vanness vanished, police are still searching for answers—and offering a $50,000 reward to help solve the case. The 65-year-old Belleville man was last seen on March 26, 2008, driving his grey 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix with red flames on the side. A week later, the car was found abandoned in a commuter parking lot along Highway 38 in Kingston. Investigators believe someone else may have driven the car after Vanness disappeared.