February 7, 2022, 9:47 a.m.:  Public works crews are working to repair leaks on two (2) separate water leaks today.  One is on Wolfe St., Liverpool in the area between Main and Lawrence Streets.  The other is on Waterloo St, Liverpool, in the area between Crowell St. and Zwicker Ave.

Local street closures will be in affect.  There may be water shut offs and/or discoloured water in these areas today. 

We appreciate the patience of residents of these areas and those travelling in this area as these repairs are made.

February 3, 2022, 4:15 p.m.:  Waste collection scheduled for Friday, February 4, 2022, affecting Brooklyn and Beach Meadows, has been postponed as a result of the weather forecast. Waste collection scheduled for Feb. 4, will now be collected on Monday, February 7. Please ensure that all waste is at the curb by 8am.

February 1, 2022, 8:30 a.m.:  Municipal staff are working to repair a water main break on Millard Avenue and Old Pit Lane in  Liverpool.  The repair is expected to take most of the day today.  Residents in the area near Old Pit Lane may experience discoloured or a loss of water;  if this occurs, run the cold water tap to clear the discolouration. 

We thank you for your patience as staff work to resolve the issue.

Friday, January 28, 2022, 3:47 p.m.: Winter storm warning and Special Weather Statements  have been issued by Environment Canada in advance of a significant storm system expected to impact Nova Scotia on Saturday and Sunday.  In Queens County, hazardous winter conditions are expected from conditions including snow, blowing snow, freezing rain and strong winds. Forecast details will become more clear as the system approaches.  Please follow updates on the Environment Canada website:  https://weather.gc.ca/warnings/report_e.html?ns4

Following is a summary of the information from Environment Canada, at 3:47 p.m., Friday, Jan. 28, 2022:

Snow at times heavy and blowing snow will begin early Saturday morning over southwestern regions and will quickly spread northeastward throughout the morning. Snow is expected to transition to an extended period of freezing rain or ice pellets throughout the day on Saturday, before changing to rain later in the day in most regions. The highest snowfall totals are expected over western and northern regions. Freezing rain will be most significant inland away from the immediate Atlantic coast.

Strong wind gusts will likely cause power and utility outages Saturday and again late overnight Saturday into Sunday morning, Strongest wind gusts are expected over exposed coastal locations.

The storm will likely cause storm surge and rough and pounding surf for the Atlantic coast of mainland Nova Scotia and Cape Breton Island on Saturday afternoon and again early on Sunday.

Temperatures will fall well below zero Sunday morning behind the storm, causing standing water to freeze.

Rapidly accumulating snow could make travel difficult over some locations. Ice build-up may cause tree branches to break.

Winter storm warnings are issued when multiple types of severe winter weather are expected to occur together.

January 27, 2022, 8:35 a.m.:  Municipal staff are working to repair a water main leak on Old Pit Lane in  Liverpool.  The repair is expected to take most of the day today.  Residents in the area may experience discoloured or a loss of water;  if this occurs, run the cold water tap to clear the discolouration.

We thank you for your patience as staff work to resolve the issue.

Throughout Queens Coast, there are many, many dedicated Volunteers – they teach skills, lead programs, renovate facilities, feed, raise funds, offer social opportunities, entertain, serve and enrich our community.

“The Ripple Effect” volunteer recognition program celebrates the contributions of our volunteers. Anyone can nominate a resident of Queens County for recognition through this program and nominations are accepted year round. Download a nomination form here: https://www.regionofqueens.com/…/recreation/volunteering or contact Shelley Connolly at sconnolly@regionofqueens.com, or give her a call to arrange to pick up a to pick up a nomination form (902-354-5741).

January 7, 2022, 1:09 p.m.:  Due to deteriorating weather conditions, and for the safety of staff and residents accessing our services, please note that our Administration Building located at 249 White Point Road, Liverpool, and Queens Place emera Centre located at 50 Queens Place Drive, Liverpool will close today (January 7th, 2022) at 2:00 p.m.

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 for the new inbound call centre. Applications and interviews are expected to be available on-site mid-January. Keep an eye out for the company’s advertisements.

We are extremely pleased that Mr. Nashman has chosen Queens County to be his only Canadian location!

Mayor Darlene Norman

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 commitment of Region of Queens staff to public service.  Municipal staff’s dedication is much appreciated by Council and the residents of the Region.”

Sixteen employees were recognized for five, 10, 15, 20, and 25 years of service; those employees represent 210 years of employment cumulatively. 

Staff who have reached five years of employment include:

 Lawrence Cunningham, Dalton Freeman, Kevin Henderson, TJ Warrington-Joudrey, and Larry W. Whynot.

Ten year milestones were reached by:

Penny Benedict, Jo-Anne Lenethen, and Roslyn Rowter. 

Those with 15 years of employment are:

David Benedict, Colin Hartlen, Dana Henley, and Chris Wamboldt. 

Wendy Connors was recognized for 20 years of work.  

Jamie BeLong, Terri Munroe, and  Kevin Weagle were recognized for reaching  25 years to date.

The operations and services provided by the Region of Queens are far reaching, and include departments of Planning, Recreation & Healthy Communities, Finance, Economic Development, and Engineering & Public Works, as well as parks and playgrounds, Queens Place Emera Centre, the Municipal solid waste management facility, water treatment facility, sewage treatment facility, and Hillsview Acres Residential Care Facility.  Service Awards are presented each year in December to staff as they achieve five year milestone increments. Years of service for staff employed by either the former Municipality of Queens or former Town of Liverpool prior to the amalgamation are carried forward and added to their employment with the Region of Queens Municipality.

Front row, from left to right – Terri Munroe, Penny Benedict, Roslyn Rowter, and Dana Henley

Back row, from left to right – Jamie BeLong, Colin Hartlen, Wendy Connors, and Kevin Weagle

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 extends deepest condolences to her friends and family.