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News & Events

In Memorium - Barbara Zwicker 1932-2020

: Published: March 31, 2020, 2:58 pm

Flags are at half-mast in the Town of Lunenburg today in memory of former Councillor Barbara Zwicker.

She and other family members, including former Mayors Homer and Sherman Zwicker and Councillor Peter Zwicker, have served the community with a remarkable legacy of civic duty. Our sincere condolences go out to her loved ones.

A link to her obituary from Sweeny Funeral Home can be found here.

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Letter from Dr. Strang - March 27, 2020

: Published: March 30, 2020, 8:58 am

Dr. Strang, the Chief Medical Officer of Health, has shared the below Letter to Nova Scotians and FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions). We hope you find it helpful.

Bulky Waste Collection Program POSTPONED

: Published: March 25, 2020, 12:14 pm

Due to the current State of Emergency declared by the Province of Nova Scotia, bi-weekly bulky landfill waste collection scheduled to begin April 1, 2020, has been postponed until further notice.

This is necessary to protect solid waste management staff working on a rotating basis to adhere to the Public Health guidelines.

Your regular garbage, compost, and recyclables collection will proceed as usual. Thank you.

For more information on solid waste management in the Town, please visit our Garbage Collection page.

Mayor's Update - March 24, 2020

: Published: March 24, 2020, 2:16 pm

Please click on this link to view Mayor Bailey's message (VIDEO).

Outdoor Recreation Notice REVISED

: Published: March 22, 2020, 1:13 pm

By Provincial Order all municipal and provincial parks and playgrounds are CLOSED to the public until further notice to reduce the spread of the Novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

This includes ALL parks - playgrounds, the dog park, and other green space in the Town.

At this time, provincial and municipal trails will remain open for exercise. Gathering limits (maximum 5 people) and social distancing guidelines (2m/6ft) must be followed.

Enjoy your own yards, and maintain social distancing when out for walks or bike rides. Remember: When you encounter people on a trail, all should move to the shoulder on their far right to pass. This goes for trails, parks, and sidewalks.

Thank you and stay well.

For accurate, up-to-date information on novel coronavirus (COVID-19), visit www.novascotia.ca/coronavirus.

Public Works Update

: Published: March 19, 2020, 12:04 pm

The Town of Lunenburg's Public Works Department, while scaled back during the Novel coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, is still operational to serve our residents.

- The Water Utility, Wastewater Treatment Plant, and Electric Utility are essential services that are operating as usual.

- Solid waste collection is proceeding as usual. Don't forget to wash your hands thoroughly after handling your collection bags and/or bins! For more information about your collection visit our "Garbage Collection" page here.

- Our new bulky waste collection program that was to begin April 1 has been postponed until further notice.

- Due to reduced staffing at Kaizer Meadow Landfill, the Household Hazardous Waste drop-off is closed until further notice.