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08/03/2023

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What to do Posted on August 3, 2023August 3, 2023 by Richard Mahoney Google and Meta have blocked Canadian newspapers from Facebook and Instagram because the corporate giants do not want to compensate newspapers for the content that has made them massive profits. So what do you do when social media....

08/03/2023

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08/03/2023

Please note, a correction to Williamstown Veterinary Services website has been printed incorrectly, the correct address is www.williamstown-vet.ca

08/02/2023

08/01/2023

Pilot killed, fatal accident, citizens protest, trustee censured.

07/27/2023

The Glengarry Broadsword Festival Supper opening ceremony will host key note speaker, Paul Wagner on Tuesday, August 1 at 6pm at the Fraternity Hall, 49 St. Paul St. E., Alexandria, ON.

07/27/2023

The Glengarry Broadsword Festival has an exciting list of events planned for August 1-4, open to the public - check it out!

07/26/2023

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Plane crash north of Alexandria Posted on July 26, 2023July 26, 2023 by Richard Mahoney An emergency response crew removes a person from the wreckage of a small airplane that crashed at about 1:30 p.m. today near the airport on Power Dam Road. The craft landed in a bean field east of the landing str...

07/26/2023

Don't miss the Glengarry Broadsword Festival, happening August 1-4 at Island Park in Alexandria.

07/25/2023

North Glengarry to join SDG in new riding
Also, the future of the Peanut Line, heating hay warning, Games Supplement

07/24/2023

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Hailstone havoc Posted on July 24, 2023July 24, 2023 by Richard Mahoney A hail storm battered the area a few moments ago, cracking windshields and stripping trees of leaves. How was it for you?

07/21/2023

Do you know an outstanding individual, community group or business in the Township of South Glengarry? Nominate them for one of our Business & Community Awards! The deadline to submit nominations is quickly approaching (July 31st). To learn more or to submit a nomination online, visit our website at https://www.southglengarry.com/en/doing-business/business-community-awards-gala.aspx.

07/21/2023

Salesperson needed

The Glengarry News has an immediate opening for an advertising sales representative.

This is a unionized position, paying a fixed wage, mileage expense reimbursement and providing generous fringe benefits.

The applicant ought to own a vehicle and have a valid driving permit.

Previous experience and bilingualism are assets.

Send applications to [email protected]

07/20/2023

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2 tornadoes hit area Posted on July 20, 2023July 20, 2023 by Richard Mahoney While they were weaker than the tornado that struck Barrhaven, two other tornadoes also touched down in Eastern Ontario July 13, according to storm trackers.In Barrhaven, where about 125 homes were damaged, winds reached a....

07/20/2023

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Hung up Posted on July 20, 2023July 20, 2023 by Richard Mahoney A Bell Canada line was pulled down as these two wide loads tried to navigate along St-Paul Street in Alexandria this morning. The drivers were following the detour around Main Street which has been closed at the railway tracks as emerge...

07/20/2023

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Detour Posted on July 20, 2023July 20, 2023 by Richard Mahoney A section of Alexandria’s Main Street is closed as work is being carried out on the railway tracks at the north end of town. Traffic is being detoured onto Power Dam Road and McCormick Roads.

07/19/2023

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Hay fire risk Posted on July 19, 2023July 19, 2023 by Richard Mahoney Farmers who baled hay in May are being advised to keep an eye on it to ensure it is not heating.The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) is warning of the increased risk of hay fires this year.OMAFRA ha...

07/19/2023

Shakespeare-in-the-park is coming to the Glengarry Pioneer Museum! Bring a lawn chair to enjoy the show. Come early to check out the museum and gift shop and get first dibs on the homemade baking and refreshments. Boxed "picnics" can also be reserved. It will be Hamlet like you have never seen before!

07/19/2023

Glengarry Broadsword Festival - happening at Island Park in Alexandria, August 1-4!

07/19/2023

Glengarry Broadsword Festival - Opening Ceremony - Happening Tuesday, August 1st at 6pm at the Fraternity Hall, 49 Paul Street East.

07/19/2023

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Beach safe Posted on July 19, 2023July 19, 2023 by Richard Mahoney Good news if you want to take a dip in Mill Pond in Alexandria: The water is safe for swimming. The Eastern Ontario Health Unit has lifted its “Unsafe” warning it issued after bacteria levels recently reached high levels.

07/18/2023

Sexual assault, luring charges; long clean-up; Max 2.0
Also in The News, Care Champions, time running out on heritage centre

07/14/2023

The Morris Family invite you to their concert and CD Launch Sunday, July 23, at the Bonnie Glen Pavilion for their Songs of Home CD

07/11/2023

Frank Prevost guilty of sexual assault
Also in The News of July 12, Laggan Public School celebrates, beach watch

07/10/2023

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Tornado in Moose Creek Posted on July 10, 2023July 10, 2023 by Richard Mahoney There were some tense moments in Moose Creek earlier this morning as a tornado went through the region. Luckily, no damage was reported as the twister did not touch down.

07/07/2023

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Beach watch Posted on July 7, 2023July 7, 2023 by GNewsProduction If you plan to head out to a beach today best check with the Eastern Ontario Health Unit’s water quality updates. At last report, while Charlottenburgh Park’s bathing area was safe, both the Island Park beac in Alexandria and the ...

07/06/2023

Cozy Corner is now open Monday's until 9pm! Also on the menu: Taco Tuesdays 4pm-close, and NEW - All You Can Eat Chinese Food on Wednesday!

07/06/2023

DRIVE INTO SUMMER with Cornwall Mitsubishi

07/06/2023

http://www.theglengarrynews.org/2023/07/06/nation-river-lady-murder-charge/

Nation River Lady murder charge Posted on July 6, 2023July 6, 2023 by GNewsProduction Almost 50 years after the body of the “Nation River Lady” was found near Casselman, the Ontario Provincial Police, in conjunction with other agencies, has identified the victim and charged a man with her murder...

07/04/2023

Hospital 'a blessing,' deficit more than doubles,156th birthday bash
Plus, rabid bat, Salute To Excellence

07/03/2023

http://www.theglengarrynews.org/2023/07/03/everybody-loved-the-parade/

Everybody loved the parade Posted on July 3, 2023July 3, 2023 by GNewsProduction One of the most colourful and enthusiastic entries in the Alexandria Canada Day parade was the one entered by the Filipino Community Alexandria, Ontario Kabayan association. Watch for more photos in our July 5 edition.

06/29/2023

In case you were wondering....

The Alexandria July 1st parade begins at noon. The route starts at École Elda-Rouleu, at 115 Sandfield South, then proceeds west on Centre Street, north on Bishop, west on Kincardine, south on Main and ends at the corner of Main and Lochiel.