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New Hansford Road Water Repair today August 15, 2025

Published: August 14, 2025

**Update 2:10 PM -  Water services have been restored. Thank you everyone

**Update 1:45 PM - the leak has been located and repairs are underway**

Message from Public Works:

Public Works has a water leak on New Hansford Road that will be repaired today, Thursday August 15^th starting at 8:30 AM.

New Hansford Road will be closed at the intersection of Horton Street and New Hansford Road. Local Traffic Only.

The following areas should expect water service interruptions throughout the day.

Pugwash Road

New Hansford Road

Horton Street

Powell Street

Peel Street

Upper Water Street and surrounding areas.

Oxford Fire Hall open now until 6:00 PM - Cooling Centre

Published: August 13, 2025

** Please note that the Oxford Fire Hall, located at 115 Waverly Street, is now open until 6:00 PM, August 13, 2025, as a cooling centre.

Water will be provided.

Water Conservation

Published: August 13, 2025

** Oxford Water Utility Customers **

Please Conserve Your Water Usage - Advisory

The Town of Oxford is asking for your assistance in conserving our water reserves. As other areas around the province are experiencing a strained water supply, due to the prolonged period of minimal rainfall, we would like to conserve as much water as possible to ensure there is enough water for everyone to use.

We kindly request that you consider the following:

☑ Limit outdoor watering to the minimum necessary

☑ Take shorter showers and turn off the tap while brushing your teeth

☑ Run full loads of laundry and dishes

☑ Check for and repair any leaks in your home

☑ Refrain from washing your vehicles until the advisory is lifted

Your cooperation and mindful water usage are crucial during this dry period.

Thank you for your commitment to our community and for helping us conserve this vital resource.

Cumberland County Libraries - Job Opportunities

Published: August 13, 2025

Job opportunities, see picture below.

Deadline to apply is Tuesday, August 26, 2025.

For more details, click on this website: https://www.cumberlandpubliclibraries.ca/

Town Hall Closing at 1 pm August 12

Published: August 12, 2025

We apologize for any inconvenience.

 

Updated Info on Restricted Travel & Activities in the Woods

Published: August 7, 2025

Please see the following article from the Nova Scotia Department of Municipal Affairs regarding an update to the travel and activities restrictions in wooded areas:

  pdf Message to Municipalities Burn Ban Woods Restrictions August 6, 2025 (80 KB)

**UPDATED** Power Pole Replacement Waverly Street

Published: August 6, 2025

Message from Public Works:

**UPDATE** Nova Scotia Power has rescheduled this work until next Tuesday, August 12, 2025, as this work will require a hydro vac truck. Road closures will be in place during this work as below.

Nova Scotia Power will be on site at the corner of Waverly and Water Street to replace a broken power pole that was damaged sometime overnight on Tuesday August 5, 2025

In order for this work to be carried out, Waverly Street will be closed from the intersection of Waverly and Water Street and Ellis and Waverly Street.

We do not have an estimated time of repair, but residents are asked to avoid this area until repairs are completed.

Province-Wide Restrictions for Wooded Areas and Trails

Published: August 5, 2025

Because of the exceptionally hot and dry conditions, as of 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 5, 2025, the Province has placed restrictions on travel and activity in the woods across Nova Scotia. This is in addition to the province-wide burn ban that was put in place on July 30.