Alerts

Public Notice

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Notice is hereby given that a meeting of the New Glasgow Town Council held on Monday, August 19th, 2024, Council granted approval of a rezoning application by the Town of New Glasgow for lands located at Eighth Street (PID: 00957241) and Parkview Drive/Chestnut Street, (PID: 65238420) New Glasgow. The application is an amendment to the Land Use zoning map to rezone subject lands from Single-Unit Residential (R1) Zone to Two-Unit Residential (R2) Zone. The rezonings are housekeeping amendments to bring into alignment subject sites abutting Two-Unit Residential (R2) zoned areas.
To appeal in accordance with Section 247 of the Municipal Government Act, an aggrieved person, the applicant, an adjacent municipality, a village in which the affected property is situated, or the Director may within fourteen (14) days of the date of this advertisement (appeal period closing on September 24, 2024), appeal to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board regarding this decision.
Further information may be obtained from the undersigned at the Town Office, New Glasgow or by contacting Jeffrey Turnbull, Planner, Town of New Glasgow Public Works and Engineering Office 235 Park Street New Glasgow, 902-755-8379 Monday to Friday. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. excluding holidays.
Dated at New Glasgow, Nova Scotia this 20th day of August, 2024.
File: 06-24n
Date: August 20th, 2024

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.

Emergency Preparedness - Safety Tips

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As we head into the hurricane season, it is important to be prepared for emergencies. The Town of New Glasgow reminds you to review the following safety tips and guidelines about preparing an emergency kit to be able to look after yourself and your family for at least the first 72 hours of the situation.
Kindly spread the word!