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Heavy rain possible for Quinte region
1+ hour, 47+ min ago (135+ words) Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement calling for heavy rain in parts of the Quinte region for Wednesday. The weather agency says that rainfall amounts near 50 mm possible with it beginning today and continuing into the evening. "The…...
Maintaining ecological integrity at Ontario Parks
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (671+ words) Ecological Integrity is something Ontario Parks takes very seriously. Ecological Integrity refers to how "natural" an area is. That naturalness consists of three main components: the structure, composition, and the function. The structure of an ecosystem includes all the living…...
Quinte's young scientists shine on national stage at Canada-Wide Science Fair in Edmonton
1+ week, 5+ day ago (213+ words) After stellar performances earlier this year at the Quinte Regional Science and Technology Fair, five local students participated in the Canada-Wide Science Fair (CWSF) held this week in Edmonton, Alberta. The week-long event provided an immersive experience for the students,…...
Quinte Conservation extends Shorelines Conditions Statement due to high water levels
1+ week, 5+ day ago (219+ words) Quinte Conservation has extended its Shorelines Conditions Statement for the Bay of Quinte and Lake Ontario due to sustained high water levels. Water levels in Lake Ontario have reached a level of 75. 37 metres. The International Lake Ontario " St. Lawrence River…...
Soggy times ahead
2+ week, 4+ day ago (85+ words) RAINFALL ADVISORY FOR THE QUINTE REGION ISSUED BY ENVIRONMENT CANADA AT 4: 48 AM SATURDAY MAY 23 2026 Heavy rain is expected. What: Rainfall amounts of 30 to 50 mm possible. When: Today and tonight. Additional information: A low pressure system is bringing heavy rain to…...
Water levels update for Lake Ontario
2+ week, 4+ day ago (544+ words) Quinte News The International Lake Ontario-St. Lawrence River Board (the board) continues to monitor conditions in Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River: - Continued rainfall and runoff may result in flooding of vulnerable areas along the Lake Ontario shoreline as…...
Warm weather across southern Ontario
3+ week, 2+ day ago (79+ words) Quinte News A heat wave is settling in across southwestern Ontario. Environment Canada is expecting temperatures to rise to between 20 and 30 degrees Celsius due to the early-season heat wave. High humidity could cause temperatures to feel closer to 35 degrees at…...
Fog advisory issued Sunday morning
3+ week, 3+ day ago (80+ words) Quinte News Advisory for the Quinte region 3: 52 AM EDT Sunday 17 May 2026 Dense fog has developed over some areas and is expected to lift later this morning. Travel will likely be hazardous in some locations. Visibility will likely be suddenly reduced…...
Five students from the Quinte region to compete at 2026 Canada-Wide Science Fair
3+ week, 6+ day ago (396+ words) Quinte News A group of five standout students from the Quinte region is set to represent their community on the national stage, having qualified for the highly competitive 2026 Canada-Wide Science Fair (CWSF). Charlotte Guan, Miranda Pellow, Eli Poyner, Surya Narayan…...
Grade 11 student recognized for groundbreaking "Safe Rider" project
3+ week, 6+ day ago (339+ words) A Grade 11 student is being recognized for a project that could make cycling safer. Eastside Secondary's Surya Narayan Santhakumar was awarded the national Ingenious Award at a ceremony in Toronto on May 7, 2026." His project, Safe Rider: AI-Powered Smart Helmet for…...