Fisher spotted frequently in Vankleek Hill during the winter
One of the more elusive and somewhat legendary of wild animals, the fisher, has been spotted in the outskirts of
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Environment
SNC re-opens public boat launches, river access points and select conservation areas; certain COVID-19 precautions are in place
Eager anglers and boaters from across South Nation Conservation’s (SNC) 4,441 square-kilometer jurisdiction in Eastern Ontario can (safely) rejoice. Following
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Weekend rainfall leads to flood watch statement as Lake Ontario water levels continue to be above average for this time of year
This is an update to the Flood Watch statement issued by South Nation Conservation (SNC) for the St. Lawrence River
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Court ruling gives green light to Nation Rise Wind Farm, for now
Will Nation Rise, rise again? On December 4, 2019, the Ontario Minister of the Environment, Conservation, and Parks revoked a
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Trails in Larose Forest open
The United Counties of Prescott and Russell (UCPR) say that the trails in the Larose Forest opened to the public
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Number of trees planted in Larose Forest grows this spring
A lot of new growth is taking root in the Larose Forest this spring. The United Counties of Prescott and
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The aftermath of quarantine: spring collections may reduce roadside dumping
Champlain Township has scheduled its special spring garbage pick-up, taking place in various parts of the municipality during the weeks
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Township delays due date of water and sewage charges; recycling processing costs go up by 36.8%
Champlain Township councillors held their first-ever meeting using the virtual meeting app called Zoom, to enable councillors and municipal staff
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Flood watch issues for Lower Ottawa Valley
A flood watch is being issued for areas along the Lower Ottawa River. Water levels and flows from Arnprior to
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Flood watch: Outflows higher than normal, but not as high as in 2017 and 2019
Spring is a critical period for Lake Ontario outflow regulation, as the International Lake Ontario – St. Lawrence River Board
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