Current press releases are shown below when issued.
Long Term Lease Signed for Remaining Space at Liverpool Business Development Centre
On December 22, 2021, the Municipality signed a long term lease for the remaining vacant space in the Liverpool Business Development Centre with Global Empire Corporation, a teleservices company with call centre contact facilities in 10 countries and 3,000 employees. Shown above are Mayor Darlene Norman and Company President Moe Nashman getting ready to sign the lease. Also pictured are staff Jenny Rockett, Director of Economic Development and Steve Burns, Manager of Events, Promotions and Sponsorship. Global Empire has hired several local people to begin the process of fitting up their new space and hiring up to 100 new employees…
Region of Queens Municipality Celebrates Staff Milestones
December 14, 2021, Liverpool, NS: It takes many people with diverse skills to staff a municipality, which includes operations and services ranging from waste management to water treatment, residential care to recreational activities, and planning to plowing. Milestone achievements were recognized with Years of Service Awards at the Region of Queens Municipality’s December 14, 2021 Regular Council meeting. “Council has a high level of respect for the quality of work and pride that Region of Queens staff put into their work, and they are positive representatives of the Municipality,” said Mayor Darlene Norman. “The years of service awards showcase the…
Flags at half mast
December 13, 2021: Flags at Region of Queens Municipality’s administration building have been lowered to half mast until Wednesday, December 15, 2021 out of respect for former Municipality of Queens Councillor Diane Coombs, who served our community. For 7 years, from 1987 – 1994, Diane Coombs tirelessly served her community in the role of Municipal Councillor, and during that time served on Council committees such as Hillsview Acres Committee, Queens Association for Supported Living, and several others. Region of Queens Municipality is grateful for her community service and contributions to the many community organizations on which Diane Coombs volunteered, and…
Delayed Opening December 9, 2021
December 9, 2021: As a result of the storm last night/early this morning, Region of Queens’ Administration Building and Queens Place Emera Centre will have delayed openings today. Both facilities will open at 12 noon to allow time for roads to be cleared and snow removal at each site. Also, please note that waste collection will take place today, as scheduled, although pick up times may be delayed. Please place waste near the roadside, but out of the path of snowplows.
Flags at Half Mast – National Day of Remembrance and Action On Violence Against Women
Today is December 6,which is recognized in Canada as National Day of Remembrance and Action On Violence Against Women. Flags at the Region of Queens Municipality’s Administration Building and Queens Place Emera Centre are flown at half mast on December 6 in observance of this day. It is now 32 years since the mass shooting in which 14 young women were killed and 13 other people were injured at École Polytechnique in Montreal. An armed man separated the women from the men in a classroom and murdered them because they were women. As a result of this violent act, in…
UPDATE Public Notice: Cowie Well, Liverpool Open
December 13, 2021: Cowie Well located at 733 Main St., Liverpool has been approved to reopen by Nova Scotia Department of Environment. We appreciate your patience. December 2, 2021: The Cowie Well located at 733 Main Street, Liverpool, will be closed until further notice. Nova Scotia Department of Environment conducted coliform testing at Cowie Well and produced a failed result. As a result, the well needs to be closed for further testing. If you have recently taken water from the well and are concerned, please dispose of it. We will notify when Cowie Well is approved to be reopened….
Special Council- Dec. 1, 2021
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Helping You Save Money
The following rebates, exemptions and grants may help you save money. Check out the links below to see if you qualify. Visit our office at 249 White Point Road for help completing application forms or to have paperwork faxed. This page will be updated often, so check back regularly. If you need assitance completing your application(s), come see us. We are here to help! Help for Seniors Property Tax Rebate for Seniors – Applications open now! Helps low-income seniors with the cost of municipal residential property taxes. Rebates are 50% of what you paid on the previous year’s property taxes, up to…
Public Notice: Temporary Partial Street Closure in Liverpool
Public Notice: Temporary Partial Road Closure November 22, 2021: On Monday, November 22, Church Street, Liverpool will close between Park Street and Jubilee Street for the continuation of work in the area of Court Street. Detours will be in place. The road closure will continue to be in effect until November 26. We apologize for any inconvenience caused while we complete this necessary infrastructure work.
Queens 2021 Wishbook Now Online
Hot off the presses and in Queens County businesses soon (and online now!), we’re happy to share the Queens 2021 Wishbook – your local holiday gift guide! Filled with unique gift ideas, events taking place in the community, and much more, the 2021 Wishbook showcases local businesses, community organizations, and the spirit of Queens County. Click here to view the Wish Book online, or click this link to access an accessible pdf. As the holiday season approaches, and you flip through the Wishbook, you’ll find all you need for the holidays can be found close to home.
