Alerts

CONSTRUCTION WORK & ROAD RESTRICTIONS-UPDATED

Details: Category: Alerts; Published: Wednesday, 13 August 2025 14:40

Construction is weather dependent and updates to the construction completion will be posted on the Town’s website.

These closures are necessary to permit road paving work.

Motorists are advised to use alternate routes and parking whenever possible, detours will be in place. Free parking during these hours is available at Glasgow Square and the Farmers Market parking lots.

In the event you have additional questions about the project feel free to contact the Engineering Department at (902)755-8351 for more information. The Town of New Glasgow Public Works Department regrets any inconvenience this may cause and wishes to thank you for your cooperation.

Construction Work & Road Milling

Details: Category: Alerts; Published: Wednesday, 13 August 2025 13:32

The Town of New Glasgow wishes to advise motorists that Road Paving will start on Thursday, August 14, 2025 from 8:00pm – 8:00am on Friday, August 15, 2025.

Traffic Control in place and lane restrictions. These closures are needed to complete road paving.

Construction is weather dependent and updates to the construction completion will be posted on the Town’s website.

Motorists are advised to use alternate routes whenever possible, detours will be in place.

Audrey Buchanan, P.Eng.

Assistant Director of Engineering & Public Works

Construction Work & Road Restrictions

Details: Category: Alerts; Published: Wednesday, 13 August 2025 13:27

The Town of New Glasgow wishes to advise motorists that the following street Provost St. (George St. – Jury St.) will have road closed and traffic control in place starting Wednesday, August 13, 2025, from 8:00pm to 8:00am Thursday, August 14, 2025, and again Thursday, August 14, 2025 from 8:00pm to 8:00am Friday August 15, 2025. There will be no street parking permitted during these hours to allow street paving to occur.

Construction is weather dependent and updates to the construction completion will be posted on the Town’s website.

These closures are necessary to permit road paving work.

Motorists are advised to use alternate routes and parking whenever possible, detours will be in place. Free parking during these hours is available at Glasgow Square and the Farmers Market parking lots.

In the event you have additional questions about the project feel free to contact the Engineering Department at (902)755-8351 for more information. The Town of New Glasgow Public Works Department regrets any inconvenience this may cause and wishes to thank you for your cooperation.

Audrey Buchanan, P.Eng.
Assistant Director of Engineering & Public Works

New Glasgow Drone Show

Details: Category: Alerts; Published: Tuesday, 12 August 2025 11:13

New Glasgow, NS - The Town of New Glasgow and the New Glasgow 150 Anniversary Celebrations Committee are thrilled to announce the premiere of their first-ever Drone Show, a highlight event of the 150th anniversary festivities. The event will take place on Saturday, August 31, 2025, with a rain date set for Sunday, September 1, 2025.

Produced by North Star Drone Show, renowned nationally for its spectacular and highquality presentations, this groundbreaking show promises to be a memorable experience for residents and visitors alike.

The evening’s festivities will kick off at 7:00 p.m. with live music performed by Reckless at Glasgow Square. The highly anticipated drone show will follow at 9:00 p.m., lighting up the sky over the Amasipukwejk (pronounced Ah-mah-see-boog-whesk). The Glasgow Square parking lot and Rotary Park will serve as the official viewing area for attendees.

As the first drone show in Pictou County, a large turnout is expected. Event organizers advise that significant pedestrian and vehicle traffic may occur in the downtown and riverfront areas before, during, and after the show. The timing of the event over a

Importantly, the show does not include any form of pyrotechnics and fully complies with all provincial regulations currently in place to mitigate wildfire risks. While Rotary Park is open during provincial restrictions, the Samson Trail surrounding Rotary Park will stay closed until further notice.

“We are excited to welcome the community and visitors to this free, landmark event as part of our 150th anniversary celebrations,” said Mayor Nancy Dicks. “The drone show offers a safe and inclusive way for everyone to come together and celebrate this important milestone as we wrap on what has truly been an event packed summer.”

The Town of New Glasgow thanks everyone for their cooperation and ongoing support in making the 150th anniversary a truly unforgettable celebration.

Event Details:

Date: Saturday, August 31, 2025 (Rain date: September 1)

Time: 7:00 p.m. – Live Music at Glasgow Square

Time: 9:00 p.m. – Drone Show over Amasipukwejk

All are invited to join in this historic milestone event as New Glasgow celebrates 150 years of community. heritage, and progress.

Welcoming the Lulan Home

Details: Category: Alerts; Published: Tuesday, 12 August 2025 11:09

New Glasgow, NS, August 12, 2025 - The Town of New Glasgow will proudly welcome home the historic horse-drawn steam engine fire truck, the Lulan, with a special ceremony and presentation at Station 33, New Glasgow Fire Department.

The Lulan, purchased by the Town of New Glasgow in 1877, has a storied history of service. Following two historic fires in the town, the Lulan became a vital part of the community’s firefighting efforts. In 1917, the Lulan was sent to Halifax to assist after the Halifax Explosion, accompanied by a full complement of firefighters, nurses, and doctors. Its final run was on July 23, 1918, before it was eventually returned to Halifax for restoration and display in 2018 as part of a shared history between New Glasgow and Nova Scotia’s capital city.

Named in honour of Pictou Landing First Nation Chief James Lulan, who lived to the age of 97, the Lulan is a treasured artifact of both New Glasgow’s heritage and Nova Scotia’s firefighting history.

“We are delighted to have the Lulan back in New Glasgow as part of our Town’s 150th anniversary celebrations,” says Mayor Nancy Dicks. “It is a rich part of our story and symbolic of the character, leadership and dedication of the people of New Glasgow and area to want to support and help others in a time of need. This community mindedness, caring and generosity still exists today. That the Lulan is named in recognition of a Mi’kmaq Chief from Pictou Landing First Nation, also gives it a place of great prominence and significant in our region’s and province’s history.”

“The Lulan is part of our history,” added New Glasgow Fire Chief Ross White. “It’s an honour to welcome it home."

Event Details;

Date: Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Station 33, New Glasgow Fire Department Page

The Town of New Glasgow thanks its presenting sponsors- Trinity Energy Group, Twin Rivers Home Builders, and I. Matheson & Co. Ltd- for their generous support of the 150th anniversary celebrations.

Everyone is welcome to attend this special New Glasgow 150 Anniversary celebration!

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