Alerts

Trail Closure

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Category: Alerts
Published: Tuesday, 05 August 2025 16:50
Due to extremely dry and hazardous conditions, all public trails in the Town of New Glasgow are now closed until further notice.
The Province has implemented restrictions on travel and activities in wooded areas as of 4:00 p.m. today (August 5) to reduce the risk of wildfires during this period of hot, dry weather
Violations can result in fines of up to $25,000.
Restrictions will be strictly enforced by law officials and the Department of Natural Resources and Renewables (DNRR).
Zero tolerance is now in effect.
Please help protect our community and natural areas by following these emergency measure

Road Closure Notice Westville Road

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Category: Alerts
Published: Tuesday, 05 August 2025 16:49

ROAD CLOSURE

TOWN OF NEW GLASGOW

WESTVILLE RD. (WALMART DRIVEWAY – EXIT 23 ON RAMP TO HWY 104)

The Town of New Glasgow wishes to advise motorists that the Environmental Services Department will be closing Westville Rd. between the Walmart driveway to the Exit 23 on ramp to Highway 104 to traffic on Tuesday, August 5 and Wednesday August 6, 2025 between 6:00pm – 5:00am each day. This road closure will also include the right exit ramp at Exit 23 to Westville Rd. The road will remain closed until the following morning full road closures in both directions.

This closure is necessary to install new stormwater infrastructure across Westville Rd.

Motorists are advised to use alternate routes whenever possible, detours will be in place, and local traffic is permitted on Westville Rd. entrance through the Town streets.

The Town of New Glasgow Environmental Services 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

Help Shape the Future of Bus Service in Pictou County!

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Category: Alerts
Published: Monday, 28 July 2025 14:45

Pictou County Transit is looking to improve its routes to make it easier to travel between Pictou, Westville, New Glasgow, Stellarton, Trenton, and Pictou Landing First Nation — and they want to hear from you!

 How to Share Your Input:

Fill out the online survey (July 28 – August 10, 2025)

pctransit.ca/route-changes

 Join us at a community pop-up!

Aberdeen Business Centre, New Glasgow

 Wednesday, July 31

3:00 – 5:30 p.m.

Drop in anytime — light refreshments provided!

Your feedback will help shape the future of public transit in our region. Community voices will be considered alongside technical research to guide improvements.

New routes are expected to roll out in fall 2025 — don’t miss your chance to have a say!

Recruitment Opportunity: New Glasgow Regional Police & Atlantic Police Academy Partnership

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Category: Alerts
Published: Friday, 25 July 2025 11:16

The New Glasgow Regional Police (NGRP) is proud to partner with Holland College, Atlantic Police Academy to support police recruitment and identify future officers. This initiative offers aspiring police officers the opportunity to receive high-quality training while building strong ties to the community. Pending acceptance into the program, the successful applicant will begin training in January 2026, followed by paid on-the-job training with the New Glasgow Regional Police starting in May 2026.

Zoning Confirmation Letter

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Category: Alerts
Published: Thursday, 24 July 2025 11:23

Buying, Selling, or Refinancing Property in the Town of New Glasgow?
You may need a Zoning Confirmation Letter, here’s what you need to know.

If you're a realtor, lawyer, or property owner, a Zoning Confirmation Letter provides essential information about the permitted land use and zoning of a specific property. These letters are commonly required during property transactions to support due diligence and ensure compliance with local regulations.