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Summer Temperatures Have Arrived
Tuesday, 04 June 2024
MEDIA RELEASE:Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health UnitJune 4, 2024 Summer temperatures have arrived. While many welcome the warmer weather, the Health Unit is sending a reminder that high temperatures may affect your health. Becoming over heated can cause dehydration, heat exhaustion, heat stroke and in some cases death. Even…
Drinking straight from the lake? New video series helps you manage risks
Friday, 24 May 2024
MISSISSIPPI-RIDEAU, May 21, 2024 – Just in time for cottage season, the Mississippi-Rideau Source Protection Region (MRSPR) has released a series of short educational videos about keeping your drinking water safe when drawing directly from a lake or river. Drinking surface water is not uncommon on waterfront properties, but comes…
Public Notice – Pesticide Use
Thursday, 16 May 2024
The County of Lanark and participating municipalities (INCLUDING DRUMMOND/NORTH ELMSLEY) intend to utilize Wagar & Corput Weed Control Inc. to control weeds along rural roadsides within the County of Lanark. The spraying will occur on pre-selected local municipal and county roads within the County of Lanark. View Drummond/North Elmsley's 2024 Spray…
Spring Clean Up Tips
Tuesday, 14 May 2024
MEDIA RELEASE:Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health UnitMay 13, 2024 Spring has sprung! This time of year is often the time for doing some clean up around your yard, at the cottage or any property you own. The Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit want to remind you that this…
Tay Walk 2024
Monday, 13 May 2024
Friends of the Tay WatershedPress Release Whether you are a visitor, new to Perth or have lived here all your life, Friends of the Tay Watershed invite you to join them on Saturday, May 25, 2024, between 2 and 4 p.m. for a free, fascinating guided tour along the Tay…
FoodcoreLGL Invites Input on Updated Food Charter
Friday, 10 May 2024
Media ReleaseLeeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit The Leeds Grenville and Lanark (LGL) Food Charter has been around for a decade and needs some updates according to members of FoodcoreLGL. The Charter is an aspirational document that provides a vision for the food system in LGL and can be…
Free Sapling Giveaway - Update
Friday, 03 May 2024
THIS SATURDAY MAY 4 IS THE FREE SAPLING GIVEAWAY We have received a mix of Red Oak, Silver Maple, Yellow Birch, White Spruce and White Pine. Saplings are distributed at a first come first serve to Drummond/North Elmsley Residents. WHEN: Saturday May 4, 2024- 9 am to 11…
Change in Maximum Number Saplings Available for Sapling Giveaway May 4th
Wednesday, 01 May 2024
Due to the anticipated demand for saplings this spring, the MAXIMUM NUMBER OF SAPLINGS AVAIABLE PER HOUSEHOLD HAS BEEN UPDATED TO 15. This is so we can ensure more people are able to enjoy the giveaway and plant trees throughout the Township. The Township of Drummond/North Elmsley is giving away…
Lanark County OPP Detachment Board Secretary-Treasurer Part Time Contract
Monday, 29 April 2024
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYSecretary-TreasurerPart-Time Contract $30.00 per hour Job Description The Lanark County OPP Detachment Board is seeking a Secretary-Treasurer. The SecretaryTreasurer supports the Board through the provision of confidential and high-quality administrative, secretarial and treasury duties, and acts as a resource person and liaison between the Board and its various stakeholders.…
Tree Sapling Give Away!
Wednesday, 17 April 2024
The Township of Drummond/North Elmsley is giving away FREE TREE saplings to Township residents. Local Scouts will be on site helping to distribute the trees. WHEN: Saturday May 4, 2024- 9 am to 11 am LOCATION: Municipal Office 310 Port Elmsley Road Giveaway Details Maximum 15 per household While quantities…