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Brass Point Swing Bridge Closure November 2023

**EXTENDED TO NOVEMBER 29** Parks Canada will be doing work on the Brass Point Swing and Fixed Bridges on Burnt Hills Road connecting Highway 15 and Battersea Road from Monday, November 6, 2023, to Wednesday, November 29, 2023. The bridges will be closed to vehicles and pedestrians, and detours will be in place for the closure.

This historically significant bridge is the last remaining bridge of its kind (multi-span with a swing bridge) on the Rideau Canal. Originally built in 1887, the wooden...

October 16-22 is Waste Reduction Week

October 16-22 is Waste Reduction Week. Across the country, people are thinking of ways they can reduce their waste. Here are some simple ideas you can do to reduce waste:

• Give old products a new life. Use old containers for storage and donate and shop at one of our community caring stores.
• Pack a waste-free lunch every day this week.
• Compost! You can buy composters at our 2491 Keeley Rd office for $50.
• Stop waste before it's created. Buy goods with less packaging.
• Use rechargeable batteries instead of...

South Frontenac Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinics

South Frontenac Township is once again teaming up with the Sydenham Medical Clinic to host two drive-thru flu clinics this fall. No appointments necessary.

Dates and times:

• Tuesday, October 24 from 10 am – 2 pm
• Tuesday, November 7 from 3 pm – 7 pm
  

Location: 2490 Keeley Road

Please wear short sleeves and remain in your vehicle at all times. You will need to show a valid Ontario health card for all family members getting a shot.

For more information, please contact Sydenham Medical Clinic at...

Lower Brewers Swing Bridge Now Open

Parks Canada has advised that work on the Lower Brewers Swing Bridge at Lock 45 at Washburn Road is complete and the road and bridge is now open to traffic.

Happy touring!

Public Invited to Opening of Fire Station 8

Members of the public are invited to the opening of Fire Station #8 in South Frontenac at 4490 Battersea Road on Saturday, October 21 at 3 pm.

The new 7,600 square feet station is fully equipped to be a modern training facility for the service’s 118 volunteer firefighters. The station has three drive-through truck bays and office space for meetings and Platoon Chief offices. 

“We’ve been recognized for our volunteer firefighter training program, but up until now, space has been an issue,” says...