Update – State of Emergency – Downtown Minden Bridges Closing on April 17th at 7pm             Go to  www.mindenhills.ca/news for Flood updates and information

      Self-serve sand and sandbags are available at the Minden Curling Club Parking Lot, located at 50 Prentice St., Minden. A second location for self-serve sand and sandbags is set-up at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church parking lot at 7 Bobcaygeon Rd.     An Evacuation Centre has been set up at S.G. Nesbitt Memorial Arena/Community Centre (55 Parkside St., Minden)       

   

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Minden Urgent Care Closure

“The Minden Urgent Care Clinic will be closed Friday September 27th 2024. We will reopen on Saturday Sep 28th 2024 at 10:00 am.”

 

Thank you so much. This community service is greatly appreciated by our team.

 

Cinnamon Tousignant

Executive Director

OPP – Make arrest in Home Invasion

EARLY MORNING HOME INVASION LEADS TO ONE YOUTH ARRESTED

 

(ORILLIA, ON) - The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one youth in an early morning home invasion where personal items and vehicles were stolen.

On September 24, 2024, shortly after 2:00 a.m., officers from Orillia OPP were called to a home in the area of Westmount Drive and Arthur Street in the City of Orillia for reports of a home invasion. Police were advised multiple armed suspects had entered the victim's home. The suspects fled with personal items and the victim's vehicle, prior to police arrival.

Orillia OPP with assistance from Barrie Police Service, South Simcoe Police Service, York Region Police Service and Toronto Police Service, located the victims stolen vehicle along with a second stolen vehicle headed southbound on Highway 11 near Highway 93, in the Township of Oro-Medonte. Officers successfully and safely brought one suspect vehicle to a stop, arresting the sole occupant, a male driver. The victim's vehicle was later located abandoned in the City of Toronto.

The investigation is on going with assistance from OPP Forensic Identification Services (FIS) and Orillia OPP Major Crime Unit.

As a result of this investigation, a 17-year-old young person, who's identity is protected under the provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act has been charged with the following CC offences:

  • Disguise with intent CC 351(2)
  • Theft of Motor Vehicle CC 333.1
  • Pointing a firearm CC 87 (2 counts)
  • Assault with a weapon CC 267(a)
  • Break, enter a dwelling CC 348(1)(a)
  • Possession of property obtained by Crime Over $5000 CC 354(1)(a)
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 CC 354(1)(a)
  • Robbery using Firearm CC 344(1)(a)

 

The young person has been held in custody.

There are believed to be more suspects and anyone in the area who may have video footage or eyewitness account of the incident is asked to please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities.

 

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OPP – Rail Safety Week

CENTRAL REGION OPP JOINS RAIL-SAFETY OPERATION

Rail Safety Week From September 23-29, 2024

 

(ORILLIA, ON) - The Central Region of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is proud to be joining forces with agencies across Canada and North America today for Operation Clear Track - the continent's single largest rail-safety law-enforcement initiative.

Coordinated by Amtrak, Operation Lifesaver Inc., and Operation Lifesaver Canada, Operation Clear Track aims to reduce railway crossing and trespassing incidents in Canada and the U.S. - incidents which seriously injure or kill more than 2,100 people each year. The event is held annually during Rail Safety Week from September 23 to 29, 2024.

The OPP is participating in Operation Clear Track this year to promote rail safety by having conversations and sharing tips with drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists. These tips include:

  • Stay at a safe distance from trains and off railway property and tracks
  • Don't use train tracks as a shortcut
  • Always obey railway signs and signals

For more information about Operation Clear Track, Rail Safety Week and other rail-safety initiatives and tips, please visit: www.operationlifesaver.ca.

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Minden Hills Cultural Centre is looking for Volunteers

Call for Volunteers Fall 2024 at the Minden Hills Cultural Centre

The Minden Hills Cultural Centre is currently recruiting volunteers to support our year-
round programs and activities. This fall, volunteers will have the opportunity to assist

with two PA Day Open House days on October 25 and November 22, as well as our
events “Haunting in Minden Hills” on October 26, and “Christmas in the Village” on
November 16, 2024.
In the winter and spring of 2025, there will be volunteer opportunities to assist with
additional PA Day Open House days, March Break programs, and our Seasonal
Opening on Victoria Day. Student volunteers who are looking for an opportunity to fulfill
their community hours are encouraged to apply!
If you are interested in volunteering, please send an e-mail to
culturalcentre@mindenhills.ca and include your full name, your contact information
(phone number and e-mail address), your availability and your interest.
If you are a student volunteer under 18 years old, please also include your parent or
guardian’s full name and their contact information in your e-mail.
Visit our township's social media for more info.:
www.facebook.com/Township.Minden.Hills

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Contact Information:

Township of Minden Hills
PO Box 359, 7 Milne Street
Minden, ON K0M 2K0
culturalcentre@mindenhills.ca
705-286-3763

HKPR News Release

Reduced-Cost Rabies Vaccination Clinics Return this Fall to Assist Pet Owners

Local veterinarians across the HKPR district have partnered with the health unit to support animal health
PORT HOPE, ON (September 16, 2024) – This fall the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit (HKPR District Health Unit) is teaming up again with participating veterinarians throughout the City of Kawartha Lakes, County of Haliburton and Northumberland County to provide Reduced-Cost Rabies Vaccination Clinics. The Reduced-Cost Rabies Vaccination Clinics are intended to assist pet owners with financial challenges to ensure all animals have access to important immunizations. Rabies is a deadly viral disease that affects the central nervous system of warm-blooded mammals, including humans. The most common transmitters of the disease in Ontario are bats, foxes, skunks, and raccoons; however infected pets and other domestic animals can also spread rabies. Rabies can be transmitted to humans when there is contact with the saliva of an infected mammal through a bite, scratch or licking of an open wound.
“The HKPR District Health Unit has investigated 520 animal bite or scratch exposures since the beginning of 2024,” said Richard Ovcharovich, Manager of Environmental Health with the HKPR District Health Unit. “You can help protect the health of your four-legged friends by ensuring your dog or cat is up to date on vaccinations.”
Rabies vaccination of pets and some livestock is the only mandatory vaccination of animals in Ontario. Pet owners must ensure that their cats, dogs, and ferrets are vaccinated against rabies at 3 months old and shall ensure that the animal is reimmunized against rabies by the date specified in the certificate of immunization.
“We want to thank the participating veterinary offices who are making these important clinics available to our communities,” says Richard Ovcharovich. “By offering more clinics and dates this fall we can reach more people and more pets. If you are a pet owner who faces financial challenges, then the Reduced-Cost Rabies Vaccination Clinics are for you.”
Fall Reduced-Cost Rabies Vaccination Clinics
This September and October, pet owners can get their dog or cat vaccinated against rabies for a reduced cost, and at some locations microchipped for an additional cost, at the following participating veterinary clinics:
Date: Friday, September 27, 2024
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Pine Ridge Veterinary Clinic (483 Ontario Street, Cobourg) from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024
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Dale Veterinary Clinic (121 Toronto Road, Port Hope) from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Microchip will also be available for an additional $50.
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Kawartha Animal Hospital (130 Angeline Street South, Lindsay) from 8 to 11 a.m.
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Omemee Veterinary Hospital (128 King Street West, Omemee) from 9 a.m. to 12 noon.
Date: Saturday, October 5, 2024
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Fenelon Animal Clinic (474 County Road 121, Fenelon Falls) from 9 a.m. to 12 noon.
Date: Sunday, October 6, 2024
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Dr. Israel Arteaga (Pet Valu, 231 Highland Street, Haliburton) from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Rabies vaccine is $30. Microchip will also be available for an additional $30.
Pricing and Scheduling The cost of the rabies vaccination is $40 per animal (unless otherwise specified), cash only. Those interested should contact the veterinarian office directly to request information about which vaccine (1-year or 3-year) will be administered during the clinic. No appointments are needed, dogs must remain on a leash and cats must be in a secure carrier. Owners should bring proof of their pet’s most recent rabies vaccinations if available. These clinics do not include an examination of the pets. Owners are encouraged to schedule an appointment with their veterinarian to have their pet fully screened.
For more information, please visit hkpr.on.ca/rabies.
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