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Information session for Blakeney Bridge planned for Dec. 1
Posted on Thursday, November 10, 2022 03:28 PM
Lanark County is planning to replace the Blakeney Bridge and wants to hear from you!
The bridge crosses the Mississippi River between Almonte and Pakenham and is located on Blakeney Road just west of Blakeney. It consists of three structures and was built in 1915, currently serving an average of 400 cars per day. Recent inspections have prompted a load limit of 5 tonnes, which is now in effect, and have identified the need to replace the bridge as soon as possible, likely in 2023 or 2024 using a...
Blakeney Bridge to be Closed for Repairs Starting Nov. 14
Posted on Thursday, November 10, 2022 03:15 PM
Blakeney Bridge in Mississippi Mills will be closed for a two-week period starting Monday, Nov. 14 in order to complete repairs required to restore the structure’s load capacity.
Recent inspections identified that the current 12-tonne load limit on the single-lane bridge should be further reduced to 5 tonnes unless remedial work is undertaken. The new load limit is now in effect.
“The work will consist of structural steel repairs to the girders and floor beams underneath, as well as concrete...
Office Closed for Remembrance Day
Posted on Wednesday, November 09, 2022 02:39 PM
Please note our municipal office will be closed on November 11th. Flags at all municipal buildings as well as the Cenotaph will be lowered.
Local services:
PAKENHAM Friday, November 11th at 10:45 am at the Cenotaph at the front of the school. This service is presented by Pakenham Public School. ALMONTE Friday, November 11th at 11am at the Cenotaph on Bridge Street. This service is presented by the Almonte Legion. Reception to follow at the Legion.
Author Heather O’Neill to Visit Almonte Library Branch
Posted on Tuesday, November 08, 2022 03:20 PM
Author Heather O’Neill discusses her new novel, When We Lost Our Heads, at the Mississippi Mills Public Library, Almonte branch, on Thursday, November 10th at 6:30pm. Mill Street Books will be on hand to sell books (the new one and backlist).
This is a FREE event, but please register: https://form.jotform.com/222774767283266 or call the library
613-256-1037.
O’Neill is a Canadian novelist, poet, short story writer, screenwriter and journalist, who published her debut novel, Lullabies for Little...
Indigenous Veterans Day - Flags Lowered
Posted on Tuesday, November 08, 2022 08:30 AM
November 8th - Indigenous Veterans Day
Flags at all municipal locations will be lowered to half mast in recognition of Indigenous Veterans Day - a day to recognize and acknowledge the many contributions and sacrifices of Aboriginals not only to Canada's war efforts but to its peacekeeping reputation.
Update - Before and After School Programs to Resume
Posted on Monday, November 07, 2022 02:03 PM
With the repeal of Bill 28, negotiations between CUPE and the Province will reconvene. Support workers will be heading back to the classroom tomorrow (Tuesday, November 8th ). As such, Mississippi Mills Daycare Services will once again be offering care in all Before and After School Programs. A notice has been sent to parents and guardians.
Potential Before/After Closure Due to CUPE Strike
Posted on Thursday, November 03, 2022 01:58 PM
As a result of the pending CUPE strike, both the Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario and the Upper Canada District School Board have stated that schools will close if a resolution is not met today.
This will impact the Mississippi Mills Childcare Services before and after school programs. A letter has been sent to parents and guardians to inform them of this matter. We will provide updates on our website and Facebook page as we continue to learn more.
