News and Public Notices

Vacant commercial and industrial lands and properties
The United Counties of Prescott and Russell (UCPR) is seeking the public’s feedback related to the property tax treatment of vacant commercial and industrial lands and properties.
Since 2017, the Province of Ontario has provided municipalities with broad flexibility to tailor the treatment of unimproved and/or underutilized commercial and industrial properties. Property owners are therefore invited to provide...
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News from Eastern Ontario Health Unit Upcoming Quarantine at Nav Centre Not a Risk to the Public 2020-02-17
The federal government announced Saturday that a special facility at the Nav Centre campus in Cornwall will soon become the site of a precautionary quarantine for Canadian passengers aboard the Diamond Princess cruise ship currently docked in Japan. The government will be chartering a flight out of Japan to bring back Canadians who have already been under quarantine...
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WATER INTERRUPTION NOTICE February 10th, 2020
POSSIBLE WATER INTERRUPTION NOTICE: Please be advised that there may be an interruption in the water supply today Monday February 10th, 2020 in the area of Bay Road L’Orignal. Public Works is working on a water main break in this area.
We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience.
There will be an update provided once more information is made available.

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NEWS RELEASE For immediate release
Businesses in Prescott and Russell invited to take an Internet speed test
L’Orignal, January 27, 2020 – The United Counties of Prescott and Russell (UCPR) are gathering data about the state of local Internet access, as it continues to look for opportunities to improve connectivity for businesses.
To acquire accurate Internet speed data, entrepreneurs are invited to test the speed of their connection at three specific...
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Eastern Ontario Health Unit January 17, 2020 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Flu Season is Here... What to Do if You Get It
Now that flu season has arrived, you may be wondering at what point you’ll have to seek medical attention if you get it.
When to stay home
Most people who get the flu are going to deal with symptoms such as a fever, cough, muscle aches, a sore throat and fatigue. While the combination of symptoms can make you feel very sick and last for well...
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