News
Warden stalemate again settled by a hat
SDG – For the second time in four years, the top municipal position in the county was settled by drawing names from a hat. SDG County council voted for the 2021 wardenship at the end […]
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This week in The Leader – October 21, 2020
This week in The Leader: Region may enter modified Stage Two restrictions; Warden stalemate again settled by a hat; Villages compost sites both face permanent closure; Morrisburg Remembrance Service moving outdoors; South Dundas Christmas Exchange […]
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New restrictions for GTA and Ottawa won’t affect EOHU
TORONTO/CORNWALL – Restrictions announced by the provincial government for Toronto, Peel Region, and Ottawa, won’t affect this region says the Eastern Ontario Health Unit. Ontario premier Doug Ford announced today (October 9) that new restrictions […]
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LED sign prompts discussion of Counties sign bylaw revisions
SDG – A controversial LED sign for a development in South Dundas led SDG Counties to overhaul its sign bylaw. County councillors discussed possible changes to the roadside sign permit bylaw during its September 30th […]
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Two vie for warden’s chair
SDG – For the first time since 2017, there will be an election held to select the next warden of SDG Counties Council. Incumbent warden Frank Prevost (South Glengarry) and councillor Tony Fraser (North Dundas) […]
Opinion
Editorial: Is SDG falling behind?
Economic development is one of the most important portfolios within a municipality. A municipality thrives when there is a strong emphasis on economic development. It attracts investment into the community. This brings jobs, growth, and […]
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This week in The Leader – September 23, 2020
This week in The Leader: 15 new COVID-19 cases in region; $15M Ross Video expansion on track for spring 2021 ground breaking; Province-wide restrictions on gatherings imposed; Two vie for warden’s chair; Remote elementary issues […]
Entertainment
Perfect time to discover/rediscover Prehistoric World
MORRISBURG – Now is a great time to discover or rediscover a gem of an attraction nestled in a backyard forest along Upper Canada Road. Prehistoric World is now in its 39th year of operation […]
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Province provides $6.9M to area municipalities
TORONTO – The Ontario government announced further details of a $4 billion municipal and transit funding program for municipalities that are facing shortfalls due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The province announced the program for Ontario’s […]
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Counties axe proposed joint radio network project
SDG – While originally pitched as a collaborative plan between SD&G and the six lower-tier municipalities, County Council voted November 18th to not proceed with a $2 million joint-radio communications project. Discussions began back in […]