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Saturday, 08 April 2023 16:24
Flood Warning Statement FLOOD WARNING issued for Dalhousie Lake and Clyde River
MISSISSIPPI AND CARP RIVER WATERSHEDS— The Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority has upgraded its FLOOD WATCH to a FLOOD WARNING for Dalhousie Lake. Levels on the lake have continued to rise as the remainder of the snowmelt enters the watershed. With no rain in the forecast levels are expected to stabilized as soon as…
Thursday, 06 April 2023 16:06
Flood Watch Statement Rain and snow melt create potential for water levels to increase 10-20 cm on Dalhousie Lake
The Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority is issuing a FLOOD WATCH for Dalhousie Lake. With yesterday’s rainfall and the increased snow melt, levels on Dalhousie Lake could increase by 10-20 cm in the next few days. No significant flooding is expected in other areas of the watershed over the next three days. The shoreline adjacent…
Thursday, 06 April 2023 15:13
FLOOD WARNING & FLOOD WATCH: Significant Rain Causes Water Levels To Rise Across Rideau Valley
A combined Flood Warning and Flood Watch is in effect for the Rideau Valley following a significant rain/freezing rain event on April 5, 2023. Flood conditions are present in many low-lying areas adjacent to several rivers, creeks and ditches. Additional areas have the potential to flood over the next few days, especially because of…
Thursday, 06 April 2023 15:04
Health Unit Information for Storm Cleanup
Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit - Media Release - April 6, 2023 Some areas throughout Leeds, Grenville and Lanark are experiencing power outages and localized flooding. This may affect your health. We have a number of factsheets to help you with tips for recovery: Emergency Safety Fact Sheets -…
Thursday, 06 April 2023 09:42
April 6, 2023 Ice Storm Hydro and Road Maintenance
Drummond/North Elmsley Township has deployed public works and fire vehicles and staff throughout the Township to help keep Township roads clear as we can for our residents. Important Numbers For trees blocking Township roads, please call the Township Office at 613-267-6500. For trees blocking County roads, please call Lanark County…
Tuesday, 04 April 2023 09:35
Health Unit warns community about toxic drug supply
MEDIA RELEASE:Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health UnitApril 4, 2023 The Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit is raising awareness of the emerging presence of Xylazine in the already toxic unregulated drug supply. Xylazine, also called Tranq, is a sedative drug that is used in veterinary medicine and is…
Thursday, 30 March 2023 15:16
Butterfly Home Round Room opens at Lanark Lodge
Lanark County Media Release For immediate release March 28, 2023 A special ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Thursday at Lanark Lodge to mark the opening of the Maples Butterfly Home Round Room. The room is part of an innovative initiative based on the Butterfly Household Model of Care developed by…
Tuesday, 28 March 2023 13:47
Lanark County Media Release - March 22, 2023
Here are the highlights from the Lanark County Council meeting held March 22, 2023. Homelessness Prevention Program Investment Plan Approved: Council approved the 2023-24 Homelessness Prevention Program (HPP) investment plan, which allocates $1.5 million in provincial funding to various local supports. Funds are allocated in four operating service categories. Social Services…
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…
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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…