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Kemptville OPP Investigating Vandalism & Mischief in Kemptville

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Kemptville OPP Investigating Vandalism & Mischief in Kemptville
Kemptville – On October 7, 2019 around 4:00 p.m. officers from the Grenville County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of vandalism on Water Street, in the municipality of Kemptville. Police were able to interrupt three youths using spray paint on outside property. Officer’s ensured the property was cleaned up by the culprits and trespass... Read More

On October 10th, parents, students, & education workers holding protests at over 700 elementary and secondary schools across Ontario

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On October 10th, parents, students, & education workers holding protests at over 700 elementary and secondary schools across Ontario
Toronto – On October 10th 2019, parents, students, and education workers will be holding protests at over 700 elementary and secondary schools across Ontario with a Walk-In. This is a parent-driven solidarity action supported by ETFO and CUPE. Locally a Walk-In for education is being held tomorrow morning, Thursday, October 10th at Vanier Public School in Brockville at 8:45 am.... Read More

Have your say: Drinking water rule changes proposed for Mississippi-Rideau – RVCA

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Have your say: Drinking water rule changes proposed for Mississippi-Rideau – RVCA
Ottawa – Several changes are in the works for drinking water protection zones and chemical storage rules in the Mississippi-Rideau Source Protection Region. Under Ontario’s Clean Water Act, municipal drinking water sources such as lakes, rivers and wells are protected from contamination through a combination of intake and wellhead protection zones, rules for chemical use and other threats, and risk... Read More

CDSBEO Schools Welcomes Staff and Students Back Today

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CDSBEO Schools Welcomes Staff and Students Back Today
Kemptville – The Catholic District School Board of Ontario (CDSBEO) welcomes staff and students back today: CUPE has announced that a provincial agreement has been reached between the Government of Ontario, the Council of Trustees’ Associations (which includes the association representing Catholic school boards – the Ontario Catholic School Trustees’ Association), and CUPE. Please be advised that schools will be... Read More

All UCDSB Schools, Facilities and Childcare to Open this morning

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All UCDSB Schools, Facilities and Childcare to Open this morning
We have received notice that CUPE has reached a tentative deal with the province and will not be proceeding with a strike tomorrow. All UCDSB schools and childcare facilities are open today, October 7, 2019. We look forward to welcoming our staff and our students back to school.   Read More

First Frost Advisory for the Season Tonight For Our Entire Region

Dale Elliott
First Frost Advisory for the Season Tonight For Our Entire Region
Brockville – The first Frost Advisory of the season has been issued for tonight for Brockville, Leeds-Grenville, Morrisburg -SD&G, Smiths Falls-Lanark and Ottawa. Frost may damage some crops in frost-prone areas. Temperatures will drop to near the freezing mark overnight tonight over these regions. Take preventative measures to protect frost-sensitive plants and trees. Frost advisories are issued when temperatures are... Read More

Brockville Chamber & South Grenville Chamber Federal All Candidates Debate – Leeds, Grenville, Thousand Islands & Rideau Lakes – VIDEO

Dale Elliott
Brockville Chamber & South Grenville Chamber Federal All Candidates Debate – Leeds, Grenville, Thousand Islands & Rideau Lakes – VIDEO
Brockville – The Brockville & District Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with the South Grenville Chamber of Commerce hosted a Federal All Candidates debate for Leeds-Grenville, Thousand Islands & Rideau Lakes on Thursday, September 26th at the Brockville Arts Centre. Thanks to Videographer, The Camera Guy (aka Tony Hicks) for the video. Read More

Kemptville Campus Open House This Saturday, September 28th

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Kemptville Campus Open House This Saturday, September 28th
Kemptville – An Open House is being held at Kemptville Campus this Saturday, September 28th. The event is a celebration of 100 Years of Education at the Campus. The open house runs from 10am – 3pm. Opening ceremonies will take place at 11:30 in front of Purvis Hall. The event is open to the public and will include historical displays,... Read More

LGTIRL all-candidates debate to build environmental leadership – October 2nd

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LGTIRL all-candidates debate to build environmental leadership – October 2nd
Brockville – On October 2, community groups and individuals in our riding are hosting a non-partisan all-candidates debate on the environment for Leeds-Grenville, Thousand Islands & Rideau Lakes (LGTIRL). Around the world, we are seeing dramatic shifts in technology and people’s behaviour to help address environmental problems. Here in the communities of LGTIRL, we are playing our part by adopting... Read More

It’s been a hard road, but there’s a Neon light at the end of the tunnel

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It’s been a hard road, but there’s a Neon light at the end of the tunnel
Hearing the words…Your child has cancer, will change your life forever. That’s why it’s so important to raise funds for childhood cancer research. Neon Night Kemptville is coming up on Saturday, September 21st.  It’s a fun 2k or 5k walk/run with all proceeds going towards childhood cancer research.  In fact, it’s the biggest fundraiser for childhood cancer research in Eastern... Read More