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For more information, contact 905.885.4544, communications@porthope.ca or www.porthope.ca - we will be happy to help you. Port Hope is a remarkably picturesque community located along the shores of Lake Ontario and the Northumberland Hills. The Municipality currently serves over 16,000 residents and thriving business and tourist sectors. Our Municipality is enjoying steady population and commercial growth and with a strong Economic Development strategy in place, we are well-positioned for long-term growth and sustainability.
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REMINDER: Port Hope's Tax Levy Allocation Review Working Group is hosting an Open House on May 10 at the Town Park Recreation Centre gymnasium, 62 McCaul Street, at 6:30 pm. As part of the Municipality’s Common and Special Services Tax Levy Allocation Review, please join us to learn more about the recommended changes to By-law 28/2014 relating to Special Services. Visit http://www.porthope.ca/municipal-taxation-review-2012-2017 #PortHope
The Municipality of Port Hope continues to monitor the high water levels. Rainfall totals of 40-70 mm are expected. Localized flooding in low-lying areas is possible. Residents are advised to stay away from creeks, riverbeds and the shores of Lake Ontario. Consider moving valuable items to higher levels. See more at: http://porthope.ca/news/high-water-level-update#sthash.wfHwIB1c.dpuf #PortHope
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The Department of National Defence is coming to remove the Bailey bridge at Barrett Street as a training exercise to prepare for a new bridge later this year! This special exercise is called Operation Bye-Bye Bailey. A free community event has been planned to correspond with this exciting construction project on May 13 from 10am to 3pm. Join us in Cavan Street Park (west side of river) for a BBQ, family activities and military displays. Visit http://www.porthope.ca/events/operation-bye-bye-bailey #PortHope #byebyebailey
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Come out and kick off the skate park season this Saturday, May 6 at the Port Hope Skate Park by the Town Park Recreation Centre from 11 am to 2pm. Although part of National Youth Week, all ages are invited to join in this celebration! Enjoy a day of music, BBQ and some really talented youth! Visit http://www.porthope.ca/youth-programs-and-activities #PortHope
ADVISORY: Please be advised that due to higher than normal water levels in Lake Ontario, Municipal staff have closed the following areas to public access due to safety reasons: the boardwalk on the east side of the Ganaraska River between the fish cleaning station parking area and the marina; the Waterfront Trail from the parking lot on Lake Street to the parking area by Gage’s Creek. Full details here: http://porthope.ca/news/high-water-level #PortHope
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May 1 to 7 is National Youth Week! Visit the Town Park Recreation Centre for a schedudule of youth activities or go online to http://www.porthope.ca/youth-programs-and-activities #PortHope
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2017 Spring Registration is now open for a variety of programs including aquatics, children's programs and more! Don't miss your chance to register. For complete details, visit http://www.porthope.ca/recreation-and-leisure #PortHope
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Tomorrow is the 2016 Civic Award Ceremony at the Capitol Theatre, 7pm. Everyone is welcome to join this celebration of our community. Free admission www.porthope.ca/civic-awards #PortHope
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Fishing season opened April 22! Enjoy fishing the Ganaraska River, but remember there's ZERO tolerance for illegal fishing. See the Ganaraska River through the eyes of a local resident with this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGVbqLqfsoE. To find out more about popular fishing spots and the rules and regulations, visit http://visitporthope.ca/fishing. #PortHope #FishKN
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Port Hope's Tax Levy Allocation Review Working Group is hosting an Open House on May 10 at the Town Park Recreation Centre gymnasium, 62 McCaul Street, at 6:30 pm. As part of the Municipality’s Common and Special Services Tax Levy Allocation Review, please join us to learn more about the recommended changes to By-law 28/2014 relating to Special Services. For further information please visit http://www.porthope.ca/municipal-taxation-review-2012-2017 #PortHope
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Don't forget to have your say on Port Hope Transit! Attend the Community Consultation Sessions at Town Hall, 56 Queen Street, in Council Chambers on Wednesday, April 26, from 2-4pm OR from 6-8pm that same day. This is an opportunity for you to review the proposed options being considered for the Municipality's transit service and to submit any comments or concerns. If you are using transit to attend the sessions, mention it to the bus driver and your ride will be FREE. Transit operating hours will be extended until 9pm on April 26 to ensure that those attending the evening session can use transit to get home. Any enquiries, call Works & Engineering at 905-885-2431 http://www.porthope.ca/public-notices/port-hope-transit-community-consultation-sessions #PortHope
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