News, Media & Notices
NORTH GRENVILLE, ON - North Grenville’s Municipal Council would like to extend its appreciation to our local Grenville OPP Detachment, including the officers and crucial support staff who step up every day for our community.
Mayor Nancy Peckford and Deputy Mayor John Barclay offered the following Statement on the Police Officer Killed in the Line of Duty:
In the early morning of May 11, 2023, OPP Sgt. Eric Mueller was killed in the line of duty after a shooting in the Municipality of Clarence-Rockland. Two other officers were also shot and are recovering in hospital.
Public Notice: Municipal flags have been lowered to half-mast in honour of the Police Officer who was killed in the line of duty after a shooting in the Municipality of Clarence-Rockland in the early morning of May 11, 2023.
Mayor Nancy Peckford, Council and the Municipality of North Grenville offer condolences to officer’s family, friends, colleagues and fellow officers during this difficult time. We are also wishing a fast and full recovery to the other officers on scene who were injured.
NORTH GRENVILLE – With the warmer weather, drivers are no doubt seeing more bicycles and motorcycles on the roadways. The North Grenville Police Services Board is encouraging drivers and cyclists to share the road, and to be courteous and respectful of one another.
NORTH GRENVILLE, ON - May 8 – 14 marks National Nursing Week, an opportunity to acknowledge the incredible work and dedication of nurses across the country.
NORTH GRENVILLE – Emergency Preparedness Week is a Canada-wide initiative to promote and encourage Canadians to take concrete actions to be better prepared to protect themselves and their families during emergencies.
Mayor Nancy Peckford offered the following statement on the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III and Her Majesty The Queen:
On May 6, 2023, communities throughout the Commonwealth will mark the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III and her Majesty The Queen. This historic occasion will mark the first coronation of a Canadian Head of State in seven decades.
Mayor Nancy Peckford offered the following statement on May 5 to mark the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Two-Spirited People (MMIWG):
Today is a day we honour Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people who have gone missing, had their lives taken too soon, or continue to experience violence. We also honour the families and Survivors who have had the courage to share their painful experiences.
Municipal Flags Lowered to Half-Mast to Honour fallen Firefighters.
NORTH GRENVILLE, ON – For more than 20 years, Community Living Month has been recognized annually across Ontario in May - including in the Municipality of North Grenville.