Author Archives: Derrick Scott

Call To Local Artists/Artisans
The City of Clarence-Rockland invites local artists and artisans to apply for the 2026 Art Exhibition at the Clarence-Rockland Gallery, located at the Recreational and Cultural Complex (YMCA). Exhibit...
Derrick Scott Nov 20, 2025

Construction Is Underway For New Seniors Residence In Clarence-Rockland
In Clarence-Rockland, the construction of Chteau 632, a new residential project for independent seniors on Laurier Street, was officially launched last week. The building will have 20 rental units wit...
Derrick Scott Nov 20, 2025

Embrun Water Tower Out Of Commission Until Next Spring
The Embrun water tower will remain out of service until spring 2026 after an inspection revealed significant structural failures. The Township of Russell is accelerating the tendering process to begin...
Derrick Scott Nov 20, 2025

Saint-Albert Community Centre Repair Cost: $250,000 - It Could Be Relocated
The Saint-Albert Community Group presented the results of a survey confirming the attachment of citizens to their community centre, which is threatened with closure in 2026. The building is considered...
Derrick Scott Nov 20, 2025

Glengarry Memorial Hospital Hopes To Attract Quebec Doctors
The Glengarry Memorial Hospital in Alexandria hopes to attract Quebec doctors who are concerned about Bill 2, which will reduce their compensation and tie part of their salary to performance targets a...
Derrick Scott Nov 20, 2025

Deceased Individual Located In Clarence-Rockland Fire
Members of the Russell County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to reports of a fire at an apartment building in Clarence-Rockland. On Sunday, November 16, 2025, at approxima...
Derrick Scott Nov 19, 2025

Careless Driving Charge Laid After Two Vehicle Collision Near Hawkesbury
One motorist has been charged after a two-vehicle collision near Hawkesbury. On Tuesday, November 18, 2025, shortly before 6:30 p.m., officers with the Hawkesbury Detachment of the Ontario Provincial ...
Derrick Scott Nov 19, 2025

Rockland Resident Arrested After Stolen Vehicle Hit Home In Bourget
Members of the Russell County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged a man following a vehicle collision in Bourget. On Saturday, November 15, 2025, at approximate...
Derrick Scott Nov 19, 2025

Norman Lapointe Makes $133,000 Donation To P.R. Residence Foundation
Normand Lapointe made a personal donation of more than $133,000 to the Prescott-Russell Residence Foundation. A long-time supporter of his community, he supports more than twenty organizations and say...
Derrick Scott Nov 19, 2025

Reconstruction Of County Road 22 To Cost $8 Million
The reconstruction of County Road 22 in SDG will cost about $8 million. To fully finance the project, the council will use three reserves, completely emptying two of them. The use of the road surplus ...
Derrick Scott Nov 19, 2025