News & Updates

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. 

Coldbrook Site Selected for Proposed Regional Recreation Facility in Kings County
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
The Municipality of the County of Kings, Town of Kentville and Town of Wolfville have agreed to secure land for a proposed Regional Recreation Facility. Read all about it in this Municipal News article.

July 2025 Fast Facts from Council Chambers
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
"Fast Facts from Council Chambers" is a brief overview of key takeaways from Council meetings in July 2025.

Municipality Awards More Than $1 Million in Community Grants Funding
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Municipal Council awarded more than $1 million in Community Grants funding to non-profit community organizations this summer. Read all about it in this Municipal News release. 

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