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Deadline Approaching to Submit Civic Award Nominations
Posted on Thursday, February 06, 2025 10:00 AM
Residents are reminded that the deadline to submit a nomination for the Civic Awards program is only one month away, on March 6, 2025.
The Civic Awards Ceremony is an annual event hosted by the Municipality to recognize people and community organizations and groups for their outstanding achievements and contributions in Port Hope.
If you know a local citizen or community organization or group who has contributed their time, talents, and resources towards improving the quality of life in the...
Municipality of Port Hope Marks Black History Month with Pan-African Flag Raising
Posted on Monday, February 03, 2025 11:30 AM
For Immediate Release
Monday, February 3, 2025 – Port Hope, ON
The Municipality of Port Hope marked the start of Black History Month today with a ceremonial Pan-African flag raising at Town Hall, joined by members of Council, municipal staff, and community residents.
The Pan-African flag, also known as the Black Liberation flag, was created in 1920 by Jamaican political activist Marcus Garvey Jr. Its red, black, and green bands symbolize unity, resilience, and the natural wealth of Africa.
Speaking...
Walton Street Parking Meters Installed
Posted on Friday, January 31, 2025 11:21 AM
Parking meters have now been installed on Walton Street within the Phase 2 construction area, marking the return of metered parking in this section of downtown Port Hope.
Parking enforcement in this area will resume on Monday, February 3, 2025.
During the week of February 3, parking enforcement will include elements of education and reminders to support compliance. Please ensure you continue to pay for parking as required to avoid penalties.
The newly installed smart meters offer multiple...
Overnight Snow Removal Downtown
Posted on Thursday, January 30, 2025 04:17 PM
Residents and business owners are advised that our road crews will be removing snow in the downtown core beginning at 12:00 a.m. on Friday, January 31, 2025. This timeline has been identified to gain full access of the roadways while vehicles are off the road, traffic is light, and the equipment can move freely to access the areas that require snow removal.
Snow removal will be taking place on the following streets:
- Ontario Street, Walton Street to the Ganaraska Hotel
- Walton Street, from Brown...
Special Council Meeting – Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Posted on Thursday, January 30, 2025 04:12 PM
A Special Council Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall, 56 Queen Street, Port Hope.
Council will proceed into a closed session, in accordance with the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O., c.25 in order to consider items pertaining to personal matters about an identifiable individual including municipal or local board employees – Section 239(2)(b) – (Confidential Human Resources Matter and CAO Recruitment).
For questions, please email...