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COVID-19 Update 11
Posted on Wednesday, May 06, 2020 12:00 AM
For Immediate Release
Wednesday, May 6, 2020 – Port Hope, ON
In the wake of the global pandemic, Municipality of Port Hope Council and Senior Management announce the cancellation or postponement of all large-scale events and activities that are scheduled to take place in the Municipality before August 31, 2020.
Municipal event cancellationsThe logistics, resourcing and planning involved in hosting large-scale community events has been greatly impacted by the pandemic closures and the mandate to...
Fire Fatalities Report
Posted on Tuesday, May 05, 2020 12:00 AM
For Immediate Release
Friday, May 8, 2020 - Port Hope, ON
Port Hope Fire and Emergency Services reports that fire fatalities across Ontario have increased by 65 percent compared to this time last year.
“Unfortunately, 17 Ontarians died in fires during the month of March; a staggering statistic that serves as a reminder to keep fire safety top of mind”, explains Fire Chief C. Ryan Edgar, Director of Fire and Emergency Services. “I am urging all residents to be vigilant in preventing fires in their...
Black Bear Sightings in Urban Area
Posted on Tuesday, April 28, 2020 12:00 AM
Residents are advised that there have been reported black bear sightings in various locations in the urban area of the Municipality.
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) cautions that at this time of year, natural food sources for bears can be scarce, so bears are seeking other available food sources (attractants), some of which may be available on or near your property. It is recommended that residents follow these steps to ensure that attractants are not available on or near residential...
Tree Removal on Lakeshore Road
Posted on Friday, April 24, 2020 12:00 AM
Council and staff have received numerous inquiries from residents about trees that have been removed along Ridout Street and Lakeshore Road. Below is a review of the project details.
The tree removal is part of the Lakeshore Road Reconstruction Project, an undertaking that is a critical expansion and one that will have a significant impact on the ability for residents to safely walk on a sidewalk rather than on the side of the road. This has long been a request advocated by many residents over time.
During...
April 21 Council Meeting Highlights
Posted on Wednesday, April 22, 2020 12:00 AM
Municipality of Port Hope Council Meeting - April 21, 2020
For Immediate Release
Wednesday, April 22, 2020 - Port Hope, ON
Below is a summary of key items discussed at the Municipality of Port Hope regular Council Meeting held on Tuesday, April 21, 2020. The full agenda and staff reports are available on the Council Portal. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this meeting was held electronically via video conference.
Land use restrictionsCouncil authorized the closure of all lands and parks under ownership...