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FLOOD WARNING & FLOOD WATCH: Significant Rain Causes Water Levels To Rise Across Rideau Valley
Thursday, 06 April 2023
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…
Health Unit Information for Storm Cleanup
Thursday, 06 April 2023
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 -…
April 6, 2023 Ice Storm Hydro and Road Maintenance
Thursday, 06 April 2023
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…
Health Unit warns community about toxic drug supply
Tuesday, 04 April 2023
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…
Butterfly Home Round Room opens at Lanark Lodge
Thursday, 30 March 2023
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…
Lanark County Media Release - March 22, 2023
Tuesday, 28 March 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…
Be Tick Smart!
Monday, 27 March 2023
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…
“All You Can Eat!” Pancake Breakfast
Monday, 27 March 2023
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…
Well Water and Localized Flooding
Wednesday, 22 March 2023
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…
“Taking the First Step: A freshwater stewardship resource sharing and public consultation workshop” – Watersheds Canada
Friday, 17 March 2023
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…