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Mandatory water restrictions lifted for residents, businesses supplied by Springhill water system
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Effective immediately, mandatory water restrictions are lifted for all residents and businesses supplied by the Springhill Water System. Normal water usage may resume.
The Cumberland Water Utility has been closely monitoring water levels in Leamington Brook, which supplies the Springhill Water System. With recent rainfall the source water level has stabilized sufficiently to lift the mandatory water conservation measures that were implemented on Aug. 30, 2025.
Although mandatory restrictions are no longer in place, the Cumberland Water Utility encourages all water users to continue practicing responsible water use. Water conservation should be an ongoing habit in every household and business. Being mindful of how much water you use, repairing leaks promptly, and using water-efficient fixtures all help ensure the long-term sustainability of our community’s water supply.
Simple steps to continue conserving water include:
• Repair leaking plumbing fixtures as soon as they are noticed
• Turn off taps while brushing teeth or washing dishes
• Wash only full loads of laundry and dishes
• Install low-flow shower heads and appliances
The Cumberland Water Utility would like to sincerely thank residents, businesses, and institutions in Springhill for their cooperation throughout this period. Your efforts to conserve water helped maintain reliable service and protect the Leamington Brook watershed during an exceptionally dry season.
Municipality of Cumberland Mayor helps MADD Canada chapter begin Red Ribbon Campaign
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Sober driving during the holiday season was top of mind on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025, as Municipality of Cumberland Mayor Rod Gilroy helped launch MADD Canada’s Red Ribbon Campaign with members of the Springhill detachment of the RCMP, the Springhill Fire Department, Cumberland North MLA Elizabeth Smith-McCrossin and EHS.
“This important initiative serves as a powerful reminder of our shared responsibility to keep our roads safe and to make the commitment never to drive impaired,” Mayor Gilroy said. “As we enter the holiday season, I encourage all residents to display a red ribbon on their vehicles, keys, or clothing as a visible pledge to drive sober and support the victims and families affected by impaired driving. Together, we can honour those we have lost and help prevent future tragedies.”
This is the 38th year for the campaign.
Community celebrates opening of refurbished Henry Ketchum Suspension Bridge in Tidnish Bridge
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For several years members of the Tidnish Crossroads and Area Community Association have been working to replace the suspension bridge over the Tidnish River that’s on the route of what would’ve been one of the world’s greatest engineering marvels had it been completed.
Members of the association joined with other supporters on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025, to officially open the recently completed Ketchum Suspension Bridge that’s part of the trail signifying the historic Chignecto Marine Ship Railway.
“The new bridge replaces the old dilapidated and unsafe bridge that was originally constructed in 1996 that was truly past its best before date. It has been closed since 2015,” association vice-president Jack Brown said. “The options we had were to remove it, leaving a void in the trail, or replace it. Given its history in relation to the ship railway as a tourist attraction we chose to replace it.”
Notice of Adoption
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Second Reading and adoption of the By-law to Amend the Land Use By-law 25-10 took place on Wednesday, October 29th, 2025.
The purpose of the adopted By-law is to:
Rezone a portion of PID 25127630 located along HWY 321 in Oxford Junction, from the Agriculture (AG) Zone to the Rural Industrial (IRur) Zone.
Any aggrieved person, the Provincial Director of Planning, or the Council of any adjoining municipality may, within fourteen days of the publishing of this notice, appeal to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (1-855-442-4448 /
Amanda Kinnear
Deputy Clerk
RFQ-MCC-2517
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The Municipality of the County of Cumberland is currently advertising a request for proposal for “Accessible Pathways and Decorative Fire Hydrant Install“