Nation Rise wind farm producing power under First Nation ownership
The Nation Rise Wind Farm on agricultural land in North Stormont is fully operational and producing energy. The Ontario Independent
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Free tours return to Carillon hydroelectric station
Go to Carillon and take a dam tour! After being cancelled in 2020 due to COVID-19 concerns, Hydro-Québec is offering
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Hydro-Hawkesbury focusing on maintaining and improving town’s electrical system
Infrastructure maintenance and upgrades have been a major part of Hydro-Hawkesbury’s activities during the past year. On May 31, Councillor
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Broken pole causes power outage in Lachute
Approximately 2,000 Hydro-Québec customers were without power on Wednesday night in Lachute. According to Hydro-Québec spokesperson Sophie Lamoureux, a car
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Ontario government extends off-peak electricity rates to provide relief for families, small businesses and farms
The Ontario government is extending electricity rate relief for families, small businesses and farms to support those spending more time
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Hawkesbury councillor reminds hydro customers that they now have billing options
Having the power to choose how you pay for power was discussed when Hawkesbury council met on November 30. Councillor
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Lachute switching streetlights to LED
Lachute is making the switch to LED lighting. At the August 3 council meeting, it was announced that work to
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No electricity for part of Lachute on March 6
A major, scheduled power outage is taking place in Lachute on March 6. Hydro-Québec and Bell Canada are replacing many
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Mayor quashes rumour of Hydro Hawkesbury sale
Hydro Hawkesbury has not been sold, and it is not for sale. Rumours have been swirling lately that the town
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Where does the power lie? Local farmer faces a 35% to 45% increase in Hydro One power fees
The past year has been rather controversial for Ontario’s power giant, Hydro One. At the provincial level, the Liberal’s partial
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