News & Updates

Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant Lagoon 2 Desludging Begins Sept. 15
Friday, August 29, 2025
There will be an increase in heavy truck traffic near the Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant in New Minas in September and October. The planned desludging of Lagoon 2 is scheduled to start on Sept. 15. The trucks will be travelling to and from the Treatment Plant via Jones Road seven days a week, day and night, for two to three weeks. Please read this Municipal Notice for more information. 

Municipality Hosting Meet and Greets in Every District
Thursday, August 28, 2025
The Municipality is hosting a series of Meet and Greets to connect with folks in every District. Read this Municipal News article for more information, including the schedule. 

Meadowview Community Solar Project - Summer 2025 Update
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Project partners recently mailed out a flyer to Meadowview area residents to share the latest updates on the proposed Meadowview Community Solar Garden Project. Click on the link above to access a digital copy of the flyer and visit www.countyofkings.ca/meadowviewsolar for more information.

Provincial advisories: No burning or fireworks, woods travel restricted, help for water shortages
Friday, August 8, 2025
Read this Municipal News notice for more on the Provincial ban on burning and fireworks use, the woods travel/activity restrictions in place until further notice to reduce the risk of wildfires during these tinder dry conditions, and a list of Provincial Parks that can help folks experiencing water shortages access showers and drinking water.

The fine for violating the Provincial restrictions is $25,000.


Province of Nova Scotia: Travel, Activities in Woods Restricted to Prevent Wildfires
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
The Government of Nova Scotia is restricting travel activities in the woods in response to continued hot, dry weather conditions that have greatly increased the risk of wildfires. UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE: Hiking, fishing, and the use of vehicles in the woods is not allowed, and camping is only allowed in campgrounds. The Harvest Moon Trail are McMaster Mill are closed in the Municipality of the County of Kings while the provincial restrictions are in place. The fine for violating restrictions is $25,000. Read this Advisory for more information. 

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