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A special use permit for an assisted living facility on Orchard Park Road for those with substance use disorders received unanimous approval.

  OTTAWA -- The Ontario government is extending the stay-at-home order for two more weeks, keeping restrictions on interprovincial travel, social gatherings, essential retail and outdoor recreational amenities, including golf courses and tennis courts. "We need to do everything in our power to protect this summer for all Ontarians. My goal is to have the most normal July and August possible," said Ford on Thursday. "Obviously, that wont mean large sporting events or concerts. But if we ma...

  OTTAWA -- Ontario is imposing new restrictions on interprovincial travel, outdoor social gatherings, essential retail and outdoor recreational amenities such as golf courses and playgrounds in a bid to limit the spread of COVID-19. Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced "urgent actions" targeted at stopping the rapid growth in COVID-19 case rates late Friday afternoon. "The new restrictions are difficult, but ultimately needed," said Mayor Jim Watson. The mayor added the city will provide...

  OTTAWA -- The Ontario government is imposing a stay-at-home order effective Thursday, April 8, as COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations continue to climb. The stay-at-home order requires everyone to remain at home except for essential purposes, including going to the grocery store or pharmacy, accessing health care services and for exercise close to home. Premier Doug Ford says the new provincial emergency and stay-at-home order will continue for four weeks. It comes after Ontario implem...

  OTTAWA -- There are new restrictions on social gatherings, bars, restaurants, personal care services and businesses in Ottawa today, as a month-long shutdown begins. The Ontario government imposed a province-wide "emergency brake" at 12:01 a.m. as a result of an alarming surge in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. Under the rules, indoor gatherings are prohibited, while outdoor gatherings are capped at a maximum of five people.   Indoor and patio dining at bars and restaurants is pr...

From Staff Reports BELLEFONTE — The Centre County Board of Commissioners has approved the appointment of John C. Franek, Jr. as Deputy County Administrator effective March 22, 2021. Franek brings extensive local government experience to this position. He serves currently as the Code Services Manager for the Centre Region Council of Governments and prior to his employment with the Centre Region COG, Mr. Franek worked for fourteen years with College Township in a variety of capacities including...

Article content Ottawa’s return Tuesday to the Orange-Restrict zone means that events and social gatherings in private homes, backyards and parks may now include 10 people for indoor gatherings and 25 for outdoor ones. Organized public events and gatherings taking place in staffed businesses or facilities may now include 50 people indoors and 100 outside. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, or The rules: Orange-zone restrictions come into effect in O...

Article content Skating on the outdoor refrigerated rinks will continue by reservation only, with a maximum capacity of 25 skaters. Other recreation and arts programming and activities will be announced in the coming weeks. Community outdoor rinks The Ottawa Public Health directive keeps outdoor skating rink capacity at 25 skaters and 12 for puddle rinks. With non-contact sports scrimmages and play permitted, skaters may bring hockey sticks and equipment on the ice as long as rink capacity a...

  OTTAWA -- Fitness programs and some city of Ottawa services will reopen for in-person visits next week when the COVID-19 lockdown ends. Ottawas move to the "orange-restrict" level in Ontarios COVID-19 restriction framework allows some city services to resume, including fitness programs. The city says recreation services will restart gradually at some locations. Access to most activities will require reservations in advance. The following activities and programs will resume at city facil...