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Post-Hurricane Fiona and Sewer Systems

The Municipality of Pictou County’s public works team has been working around the clock to maintain services in the wake of post-tropical storm Fiona.

Posted 19 months ago by Sueann Musick Less than a minute to read

Comfort Centres in Pictou County for Tuesday, September 27

Comfort Centres as of Tuesday, September 27: The Town of New Glasgow’s Comfort Centre at Summer Street Industries (72 Park St, New Glasgow) will remain open for its residents on Monday,…

Posted 19 months ago by Sueann Musick 1 Minute(s) to read

Pictou County Comfort Centres as of September 28

Comfort Centres established for today (Monday, September 26).

Posted 19 months ago by Sueann Musick 1 Minute(s) to read

Tree Pick Up set for Oct 1st

Thank you for your interest in participating in this project to help mitigate the impacts of climate change.

Posted 20 months ago by Sueann Musick 1 Minute(s) to read

Flags lowered to half-mast for Sgt. (Ret'd) Tyson Bowen

The Municipality of Pictou County has lowered its flags to half-mast in memory of a man who served his country and community by creating a place of peace for military…

Posted 20 months ago by Sueann Musick 2 Minute(s) to read

MOPC Begins Boundary Review Public Meetings

Every eight years the Municipal Government Act requires councils to apply to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board to confirm or alter the number of boundaries of polling districts…

Posted 20 months ago by Sueann Musick Less than a minute to read

Let's Plant Trees Recognizing the impacts of climate change in the County, in 2019 the Municipality of Pictou County Council formed a Climate Change Advisory Committee composed of County Councillors and…

Posted 21 months ago by Sueann Musick 1 Minute(s) to read

Plans Shared for River John Health Centre/Food Bank

Volunteers working towards constructing a new health centre and food bank in River John briefed the Municipality of Pictou County on its plans during August’s monthly council meeting.

Posted 21 months ago by Sueann Musick 3 Minute(s) to read

Helping Seniors Cover Heating Bills, Other Increasing Costs

The government is taking action to help older Nova Scotians with increasing energy prices and other rising costs so that more seniors are able to live well at home.

Posted 21 months ago by Sueann Musick 2 Minute(s) to read

Council Considers Extending Cottage Collection

The MOPC is considering extending its waste collection from Pictou County cottages until December 31, 2022.

Posted 23 months ago by Sueann Musick Less than a minute to read