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Wednesday, 02 August 2023 13:30
Horse in LGL Confirmed to Have Eastern Equine Encephalitis Virus (EEEV)
MEDIA RELEASE:Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health UnitAugust 2, 2023 A horse in Lanark County has tested positive for eastern equine encephalitis virus (EEEV). EEEV is normally found in wild birds but can occasionally spread to horses and humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes. Similar to West Nile Virus,…
Tuesday, 25 July 2023 12:15
Health Unit Raises Awareness about Bats and Rabies
Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health UnitMEDIA RELEASE:July 25, 2023 Approximately three percent of bats carry the rabies virus. The most common signs of rabies in bats are the inability to fly and resting in unusual places such as the ground or floor. It is important to remember many of…
Tuesday, 25 July 2023 09:27
Infection control notification issued this week by local Health Unit
MEDIA STATEMENTLeeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health UnitJuly 21, 2023 Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit identified an Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) lapse during an inspection on June 8th of Piercings by Melissa in Brockville, who operated in relationship with LUX Tattoo and Piercing, when informed of changes…
Friday, 12 April 2024 10:10
Burn Ban Lifted - April 12, 2024
Burn Ban Update: April 12, 2024 The Burn Ban has been lifted for Drummond/North Elmsley Township There are still some areas in our Townships that are dry. Do not burn in areas with long dead grass, do not burn on windy days and never leave a fire unattended. Always…
Wednesday, 12 July 2023 13:30
Hit the Brakes! Lanark County launches public consultation for draft Speed Management Policy
Lanark CountyMedia ReleaseJuly 12, 2023 The County of Lanark is pleased to announce the commencement of the public consultation period for its new draft Speed Management Policy. The policy aims to establish a standardized approach for evaluating and addressing requests for speed management measures on County Roads, with the ultimate…
Tuesday, 11 July 2023 14:08
Partial Burn Ban in Effect - July 11 2023
Due to dry conditions, a partial open air burn ban is now in effect. Only residential fires are permitted at this time (campfires, fire pits, burn barrels, chimneas, outdoor fireplaces) are permitted until further notice. . Agricultural fires are prohibited until further notice. Residential fires must be closely monitored and…
Wednesday, 05 July 2023 13:49
Heat Warning Issued for Leeds, Grenville, Lanark (LGL) Region
It’s hot outside and the extreme heat is expected to last into Friday which has resulted in Environment Canada issuing a heat warning. While many welcome the warmer weather, the Health Unit is sending a reminder that high temperatures may impact your health. Heat warnings are issued when: Daytime temperature…
Tuesday, 04 July 2023 10:59
Low-Cost Rabies Vaccination Clinics Paused This Year
MEDIA RELEASE:Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health UnitJune 30, 2023 For many years, the Health Unit has partnered with our local veterinarians and municipalities to facilitate low-cost rabies vaccination clinics in communities across Leeds, Grenville and Lanark. The past few years have been challenging for our local veterinarians and we…
Thursday, 29 June 2023 11:06
Health Unit will be distributing Free Rapid Antigen Tests for COVID-19
MEDIA RELEASE:Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health UnitJune 28, 2023 With the lower rates of COVID-19, high vaccination rates, and demand for Rapid Antigen Tests (RATs) has been consistently decreasing, the province will be winding down its RAT programs starting June 30, 2023. All COVID-19 Assessment Centres will be closed…
Friday, 08 March 2024 10:00
Upcoming Special CoW Meeting - March 11, 2024
A Special Committe of the Whole will be held in the Council Chambers at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, March 11, 2024. Links CoW Agenda For further information contact:Janie Laidlaw, Deputy Clerk613-267-6500 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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Wednesday, 30 October 2024 12:03
Upcoming Special Committee of the Whole Budget Meeting - November 1 2024
A Special CoW Budget meeting will be held in the Council Chambers at 9:00 a.m. Friday, November 1, 2024. Links Special CoW Agenda For further information contact:Janie Laidlaw, Deputy Clerk613-267-6500 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Friday, 09 June 2023 14:01
Notice of Public Meeting - Proposed Road Closing
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley proposes the passage of a by-law to stop up, close and sell that part of Part Lot 21, Concession 5, Geographic Township of North Elmsley, now Township of Drummond/North Elmsley, County of Lanark, designated as Parts 1 and 2…
Thursday, 12 December 2024 13:25
Upcoming Council Meeting - December 17, 2024
The Regular Council Meeting will be held in the Council Chambers at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Links Council Agenda For further information contact:Janie Laidlaw, Deputy Clerk613-267-6500 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Tuesday, 06 June 2023 15:55
Shoal Markers Are In!!! Keeping Your Boat Afloat
Can you imagine a lake without shoal markers? Even seasoned boaters, who know where the obstacles are, can run aground when water levels change. Damages to engines and hulls can run in the thousands of dollars. Who do you think puts shoal markers in every spring and removes them every…