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Notice - Hydrant Flushing

The Operations Department will be conducting spring hydrant flushing throughout the Town between May 1st and May 23rd.

During this time, it is possible that the water may appear slightly discoloured within the area being flushed. If discoloured water is detected, please open your COLD water taps and allow the water to run for at least 5 minutes, or until water is clear. The coloured water is not hazardous to health.

For more information, please contact the Operations Dept at 613-623-4231.

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Flood Watch - April 23, 2025

Flood Watch - Pembroke District
Ottawa River

Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 4:00 pm - The Ministry of Natural Resources – Pembroke District is advising area residents that a Flood Watch is in effect for areas along the Ottawa River most noticeably from Pembroke to Britannia. until Tuesday, April 29, 2025 (if not updated/replaced).

Recent rainfall combined with warmer temperatures has melted most of the remaining snow locally.  Remnants of the snowpack though the northern portion of the Ottawa...

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Condolences from Mayor McGee and The Town of Arnprior Mayor Mark Willmer

It is with sadness that we hear of the passing of Mark Willmer, Mayor of Madawaska Valley. Mark had a long history with the Town of Arnprior as a former resident, employee and Councillor from 1989 to 2003 and 2006 to 2010.

Mark was a well-respected leader then and now and his commitment to the residents of both Arnprior and Madawaska Valley will be remembered with fondness. On behalf of Council, staff and the residents, I extend sincere condolences to his partner Janet, children and...

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Proclamation for Earth Day 2025

Whereas Earth Day is celebrated on April 22nd each year, and is a key time to unite our community and make a positive impact on the environment; and

Whereas Earth Day is known as the movement to change the business climate, political climate, and how we take action on climate change; and

Whereas climate change is being observed and experienced at an increasingly local level and needs to be taken seriously; and

Whereas local levels of government are finding themselves at the frontline of the battle...

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Council Highlights - April 14, 2025

Stay-up-to-date with what’s happening at the Council table with the Town of Arnprior’s meetings in just a few minutes.  Please note these summaries are not an official record of Council meetings. Official minutes are posted online once they are approved during a subsequent meeting. You can also access the meeting recording on the Town’s YouTube channel.

Fire Department 2024 Annual Report

Council received a presentation from Fire Chief Rick Desarmia on the 2024 activities of the Fire Department,...

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