Press Release

IROQUOIS–If you notice an influx of Classic Cars through Iroquois on Sunday, September 12, don’t be alarmed!  The Highway 43 Car Club is coming to town, hosting their inaugural “Rumble at the Locks” Car Show.

The show, which takes place at the Iroquois Locks, will be on from 9 a.m. – 3. p.m., with all the cars and trucks perched up on the lookout area.  The club is hoping to attract cars from all over Eastern Ontario and the Northern United States.

MORRISBURG – Saturday, September 11, Dr. Devin Hunt of the Morrisburg Animal Hospital will cycle 50 km to raise funds and awareness for the Farley Foundation—a charitable organization that assists low-income seniors, disabled persons and women at risk of abuse* with the necessary veterinary care of their pets.

SOUTH DUNDAS – To the municipal electors of the Township of South Dundas, take note that voting for the election of Municipal Councils and School Board Trustees will be held on October 25, 2010.

Persons interested in submitting their names as candidates may now complete the necessary nomination forms and submit them to the Township Office by 2:00 p.m. on Friday, September 10, 2010.

MORRISBURG–The St. Lawrence Parks Commission (SLPC) has announced the awarding of the contract for general contractor for the construction of the Upper Canada Discovery Centre to the Cornwall firm of Robert J. Bourgon & Associates Ltd.

The construction contract, valued at $3.1 Million was awarded through an open and competitive purchasing process, conducted by MHPM Project Management, who is overseeing the overall project.

CORNWALL (EOHU) – The Eastern Ontario Health Unit recently warned the public of individuals impersonating a public health official or public health inspector, and are now advising that during the past week, there have been more incidents.

MORRISBURG–With colourful heirloom plants in full bloom and lush vegetables growing in abundance, Upper Canada Village is in peak form for an exploration of two closely related subjects:  gardens and food.

This new UCV Culinary and Gardens Festival runs from Friday, July 23 to Sunday July 25 and includes garden tours, special presentations, taste testing and sampling locally produced foods, and modern and 1860s cooking demonstrations.

By promoting food and gardening traditions, visitors will experience the deep connections between plants and people.

MORRISBURG–Morrisburg Public School has been selected as one of three more SD&G elementary schools that will open their doors for the first time to full-day kindergarten in September 2011.

The selection of 2011 full-day kindergarten schools is the next step toward the full implementation of the program by 2015-16.

The other two local schools that will begin offering the program in 2011 are École Sainte-Therese and Viscount Alexander Public School. In total, eight local schools will offer the program in 2011.

MORRISBURG – The all new Upper Canada Heritage Festival set to run July 1- 4 will allow visitors the chance to experience real 19th century entertainment, social engagements and amusements never before showcased at Upper Canada Village.

The highlight of the Festival will be a twice-daily, daring spectacle of acrobats on horseback, dressage, a contortionist, a juggler and more, all part of a musical circus equestrian show by Luna Caballera from Quebec–the 19th century was the golden age for this type of showmanship!

BERWICK – A Nationview Public School student has become the face of Roger’s House as a member of Roger’s Dream Team.

Stephanie Fawcett, a 15-year-old special skills student at Nationview, has joined the 10-person team to help spearhead fundraising efforts for the Scotiabank Walk, Roll and Run June 20 for Roger’s House.

The campaign is a major fundraiser for the respite centre which provides a place to stay for children under the care of medical staff at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario.