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Monday, 27 March 2023 10:24
Be Tick Smart!
MEDIA RELEASE:Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health UnitMarch 24, 2023 The ticks are out! When temperatures rise above 4oC, ticks become active. Enjoy the benefits of being outdoors by going for a hike, working in the garden or cleaning up leaf litter in the yard; but remember to be tick…
Monday, 27 March 2023 08:14
“All You Can Eat!” Pancake Breakfast
On Sat. April 1st Bethel United Church will once again host a Pancake Breakfast celebrating Ontario Maple Weekend . Bethel United Church, 1500 Rideau Ferry Road. 8 a.m. – 11 a.m. on Sat. April 1, 2023, We will be offering Pancakes & Sausages with Oliver’s MAPLEWORKS maple syrup, Cost of the…
Wednesday, 22 March 2023 10:48
Well Water and Localized Flooding
Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health UnitMEDIA RELEASE: March 30, 2023 A Flood Watch has been issued for the Rideau Valley as a rainy weekend mixes with the residual snowpack still intact in some areas after a cool March. Potential flooding could begin to impact low-lying areas as early as Saturday…
Friday, 17 March 2023 08:25
“Taking the First Step: A freshwater stewardship resource sharing and public consultation workshop” – Watersheds Canada
Join Watersheds Canada for an interactive session as we share our free freshwater stewardship resources and how they can help you take action. We’ll also have time for you to tell us what you’re missing in your toolbox to take action, which will guide future resource building. Protecting your community’s…
Monday, 13 March 2023 13:59
Rideau Ferry Bridge work to continue starting March 15
Lanark CountyMedia Release: March 13, 2023 From March 15 to July 2023, traffic will be reduced to one lane on the Rideau Ferry Bridge during its ongoing rehabilitation. Dalcon Constructors Limited have been contracted by Lanark County and the United Counties of Leeds & Grenville to rehabilitate the jointly owned…
Monday, 13 March 2023 08:40
Friends of the Tay Watershed 2 $1,000 Bursaries
The Friends of the Tay Watershed, in partnership with Little Stream Bakery, are looking for students who would like $1,000 to help with their college or university expenses. This year two bursaries will be awarded to students who have a special interest in the environment. The award of these bursaries is…
Thursday, 02 March 2023 16:10
ANNOUNCING A NEW CAO/CLERK
March 23, 2022 At the Council meeting held on February 28, 2023, Council appointed Cathy Ryder as the Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk effective March 31, 2023 to replace Cindy Halcrow who after 12 years in the position is retiring on March 30, 2023. Ms. Ryder joined in the Township in July…
Thursday, 02 March 2023 16:06
Council Highlights February 28, 2023
Here are the highlights from the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley Council meeting held on Tuesday, February 28, 2023: CAO/Clerk Appointment:Council appointed Cathy Ryder as the Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk effective March 31, 2023 to replace Cindy Halcrow who is retiring on March 30, 2023. Cathy has been working with the Township…
Friday, 10 February 2023 14:16
Public Safety Alert has been Lifted
The Emergency Alert, issued earlier today in the Carleton Place - Sharbot Lake area has now been lifted. There is no further need to shelter in place. More details will be released later.
Friday, 10 February 2023 13:34
Public Safety Alert In Effect - February 10, 2023
ARMED SUSPECTS AT LARGE SHELTER IN PLACE. LOCK ALL DOORS AND WINDOWS. NOTIFY POLICE OF ANY SUSPICIOUS PERSON. IF SUSPECT SEEN, DO NOT APPROACH AND CALL 911. LANARK OPP ARE INVESTIGATING TWO ARMED SUSPECTS AT LARGE IN THE LANARK COUNTY AND SHARBOT LAKE AREAS. POLICE REQUEST THAT YOU SHELTER IN PLACE.…
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Thursday, 02 February 2023 15:14
Extreme Cold Warning
Leeds, Grenville & LanarkDistrict Health UnitMEDIA RELEASEFebruary 2, 2023 The Leeds Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit (LGLDHU) would like to advise everyone to take appropriate precautions over the next few days as temperatures are expected to be extremely cold. Environment Canada is anticipating that a strong cold front will…
Friday, 27 January 2023 16:08
Council Highlights/Committee of the Whole Meeting - January 24 2023
Here are the highlights from the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley Council meeting held on Tuesday, January 24, 2023: Second-Hand Truck PurchaseCouncil approved the purchase of a 2002 Ford F-150 XLD 4x4 from the Drummond/North Elmsley Tay Valley Fire Department for $2,500 and approved the expense of $3,500 to pass the…
Friday, 13 January 2023 15:26
National Non-Smoking Week is January 15 to 21
Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit MEDIA RELEASE Jan 13, 2023 Quitting smoking or vaping can be one of the most difficult things to do. It can take a few tries before you succeed. Each time you try to quit, you increase your chances of being smoke free for good. Making the…
Wednesday, 11 January 2023 15:13
Council Highlight January 10, 2023
Here are the highlights from the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley Council meeting held on Tuesday, January 10, 2023: By-laws:2023 Budget EstimatesCouncil passed the 2023 Budget Estimates Bylaw to raise a tax levy of $4,909,964 and a capital budget of $1,164,500. Road Allowance Closure and SaleCouncil stopped up, closed up and…