Alerts

Traffic Advisory - Brother Street Extension

The Town of New Glasgow wishes to advise that Brother St. Ext. (Izzard Rd. – Dead End) will have a lane restriction starting on Monday, September 16, 2024, for approximately six (6) weeks to install a new curb, stormwater system and asphalt road surface. A contractor will be onsite on weekdays from 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
This closure is necessary to install a new curb, stormwater system, and asphalt road surface as part of street upgrades.
Homeowners on the west side of the street may have restricted access to driveways during the installation of the new curb the contractor will advise in advance to assist with alternate arrangements as required.
The Town of New Glasgow Public Works Department regrets any inconvenience this may cause and wishes to thank you for your cooperation. If you have any further questions, please contact the Engineering Office at (902) 755-8351.

Hydrant Flushing Schedule - Fall 2024

The Town of New Glasgow wishes to advise that the annual flushing of hydrants is about to commence. Below is the schedule for hydrant flushing:

8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily

East Side New Glasgow
Tuesday, September 3 through Friday, September 13

West Side New Glasgow
Wednesday, September 11 through Friday, September 27

Lower water pressure and/or dirty water may occur for a short period of time. To avoid inconvenience, customers are advised to set aside sufficient supply of water for their requirements on the noted dates.
The Town apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause and wishes to thank you for your cooperation.

Please keep an eye on the Town's social media and https://www.newglasgow.ca/alerts/ for future updates.

Labour Day - Town Hall Closed

Please be advised that the Town Hall will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2024, for Labour Day, and will reopen on at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, September 3.

Traffic Advisory - Ellis St. and Balfour St.

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The Town of New Glasgow wishes to advise residents and motorists that a water valve replacement and associated road work will take place at the intersection of Ellis St. and Balfour St. on Wednesday, August 28th, 2024, weather permitting, with possible delay until Thursday, August 29, 2024, if required.
The work will be carried out between 8.30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will include a street closure on Ellis St. (Riverview St.-Balfour St.). Motorists are advised to use alternate routes whenever possible.
This work will impact water customers on Ellis St., Balfour St. and Athletic St. causing a period of no water from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Customers may experience low water pressure and dirty water for a short period following the work and should flush their system thoroughly to remove any residual dirt.
Traffic control will be in place including detours. Please drive safely through this worksite and be aware of pedestrians, workers, and work vehicles.
The Town of New Glasgow regrets any inconvenience this may cause and thanks the public for their cooperation.

Traffic Advisory - East River Road

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The Town of New Glasgow wishes to advise motorists and public that paving on East River Road between Park Street and Atlantic Drive will take place on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m.

East River Road will be open to all traffic with reduced number of lanes and traffic control in place.

Please drive safely through this worksite and be aware of pedestrians, workers, and work vehicles.

The Town of New Glasgow apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause and thanks you for your cooperation.