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• Beware of blacklegged ticks: Public Health 

  05-06-2023 21:47
  
  Hastings & Prince Edward Public Health is warning residents about the prevalence of ticks that can cause Lyme disease. 
  The health unit says 98 per cent of ticks found in the jurisdiction are blacklegged, the kind that spread Lyme disease through bites.  
  It also says the blacklegged tick is a hard tick that lives in wooded or brushy areas with high grass and leaf litter. 
  Public Health offers several tips to avoid bites, such as using bug spray with DEET and covering up
  
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• Federal government predicts higher than normal amount of wildfires across Canada this summer

  05-06-2023 19:03
  
  “Sobering.” That is how the federal Minister of Natural Resources describes the outlook for the wildfire season in Canada. Jonathan Wilkinson says the wildfire forecast shows higher than normal wildfire activity though June and without a break in the hot, dry weather it looks like it will continue to be unusually high through the summer. He says every province will need to be on high alert. According to federal officials, climate change is resulting in more and m
  
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• UPDATE: Bancroft Fire Department issues total fire ban

  05-06-2023 18:25
  
  UPDATE: Monday, June 6, 2023: 4 p.m.
  Fire departments in Bancroft, Hastings Highlands and Addington Highlands announced total fire bans on Monday, as many large forest fires wreak havoc on the wider region. 
  A total ban means no open-air burning including campfires, brush piles, burn barrels, barbecues with natural-burning fuels, candles or fireworks. 
  Monday, June 6, 2023: 11 a.m. 
  More area fire departments are issuing total fire bans, as many large forest fires wreak havoc on
  
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• Hastings Highlands, Addington Highlands issue total fire bans 

  05-06-2023 18:25
  
  More area fire departments are issuing total fire bans, as many large forest fires wreak havoc on the wider region. 
  Hastings Highlands announced a ban on Monday; as did Addington Highlands.  
  A total ban means no open-air burning including campfires, brush piles, burn barrels, barbecues with natural-burning fuels, candles or fireworks.  
  Hastings Highlands Fire Chief Bryce Robinson says it’s important that residents follow the rules. 
  He says with large fore
  
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• 2888 Bancroft Circle E, Palm Harbor, FL, 34683, MLS# U8202636 ... - realestate.patch.com

  04-06-2023 09:30 via news.google.com
  
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• Bancroft Walk for Alzheimer’s raises over $11,000 - Yahoo Canada Sports

  04-06-2023 01:55 via news.google.com
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• UDC to unveil new statue honoring alumnus Edwin Bancroft ... - Afro American Newspaper

  03-06-2023 02:19 via news.google.com
  
  UDC to unveil new statue honoring alumnus Edwin Bancroft ...  Afro American Newspaper
  
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• Total fire ban in Faraday Township - mybancroftnow.com

  02-06-2023 16:54 via news.google.com
  
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• Total fire ban in Faraday Township

  02-06-2023 16:54
  
  Faraday Township has joined the growing list of municipalities that are under a Total Fire Ban.
  There is a total fire ban on all open-air fires meaning no campfires, warming fires, or fireworks are allowed.
  All burn permits are suspended, and none will be issued during the total fire ban.
  Propane barbecues are still allowed if it has a shut off valve and can be easily turned off and is on a non-combustible surface.
  This total fire ban is in effect until further notice.
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• Limerick, Tudor and Cashel, Wollaston Townships declare total fire ban

  02-06-2023 00:30
  
  A total fire ban has been declared for the Townships of Limerick, Tudor and Cashel and Wollaston.
  Because of the large amount of blowdown in the forest from the Dericho last year the forest fire risk is very high because of the tinder dry conditions caused by the dry and hot weather this week.
  There is a total fire ban on all open-air fires within the three townships meaning no campfires, warming fires, or fireworks are allowed.
  Propane barbecues are still allowed if it has a shut off valve and
  
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• Carlow/Mayo Township enacts total fire ban - mybancroftnow.com

  01-06-2023 21:30 via news.google.com
  
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• Carlow/Mayo Township enacts total fire ban

  01-06-2023 21:30
  
  Add the Township of Carlow/Mayo to the growing list of municipalities that have declared a Total Fire Ban. Effective today, June 1st, all open-air burning is not allowed.That includes but is not limited to, campfires, burn barrels, fireworks, charcoal, or wood fired barbecues.
  There will be no burn permits issued.
  The dry, hot weather has led to this ban and it will be in effect until further notice.
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• Reminder: “North of 007 Casino Royale” hospital fundraiser coming this month

  01-06-2023 20:55
  
  You’re running out of time to buy tickets to a James Bond-themed event raising money for North Hastings Hospital. 
  The “North of 007 Casino Royale” event is being held on June 10th at the Bancroft Curling Club. 
  Tickets cost $100 per person, with attractions like an evening buffet, music and dancing, and a chance to play casino games like poker with chips you can exchange for prizes. 
  All the funding from the event is going towards the “Back the Cat”
  
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• Dale Bancroft Obituary (1936 - 2023) - Covington, OH - Miami Valley ... - Legacy.com

  01-06-2023 17:40 via news.google.com
  
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• Suspect arrested, gun seized on Bancroft Street in Springfield - YouTube

  31-05-2023 22:47 via news.google.com
  
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• Total fire ban declared in Algonquin Provincial Park effective Thursday

  31-05-2023 21:54
  
  Effective Thursday, June 1st at 12:01 am there is a total fire ban in Algonquin Provincial Park.  That means open fires are not allowed including campfires, along with charcoal and wood burning barbecues.   The total fire ban is because of the extreme forest fire hazard caused by this week’s hot and dry weather.
  Here is a list of what is not allowed during a Total Fire Ban:campfires
  charcoal or wood barbecues
  biomass stoves
  candles
  torches
  propane fire pits or bowlsThe foll
  
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• Nighttime burning only remains in effect for Town of Bancroft - mybancroftnow.com

  31-05-2023 21:23 via news.google.com
  
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• Nighttime burning only remains in effect for Town of Bancroft

  31-05-2023 21:23
  
  The fire danger rating in the town of Bancroft remains at night burning only. Small campfires are allowed from 7:00 pm to 7:00 am. However, no burn permits will be issued until further notice.
  Deputy Fire Chief Matt Musclow reminds residents that they must be in care and control of fires at all times and that includes making sure your fire is properly extinguished. Pour water on it, stir it and put more water on it.
  Musclow reminds everyone that conditions are hot and dry, and the situation can
  
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• CHEO Foundation preparing for 40th annual Telethon fundraiser - mybancroftnow.com

  31-05-2023 21:01 via news.google.com
  
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• CHEO Foundation preparing for 40th annual Telethon fundraiser

  31-05-2023 21:01
  
  Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) Foundation President Steve Read says his team is getting ready to raise money to help sick kids in our region. 
  The CHEO Foundation’s annual Telethon fundraising event is returning for its 40th anniversary on Sunday, June 4th. 
  “The funds raised here will allow us to sit down with our counterparts at CHEO, the research institute, Roger Nielson House, and just work with them to say, ‘what are the areas of greatest ne
  
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• Three barks for a successful Bancroft Lions' Club Pet Valu Dog ... - Bancroft This Week

  31-05-2023 08:22 via news.google.com
  
  Three barks for a successful Bancroft Lions' Club Pet Valu Dog ...  Bancroft This Week
  
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• Bancroft Walk for Alzheimer's raises over $11000 | Bancroft this Week - Bancroft This Week

  31-05-2023 08:22 via news.google.com
  
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• Local forester honoured by Ontario Woodlot Association | Bancroft ... - Bancroft This Week

  31-05-2023 06:15 via news.google.com
  
  Local forester honoured by Ontario Woodlot Association | Bancroft ...  Bancroft This Week
  
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• New Nature Discovery Backpack lending library now at HHPL - Bancroft This Week

  31-05-2023 06:05 via news.google.com
  
  New Nature Discovery Backpack lending library now at HHPL  Bancroft This Week
  
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• Check out photos from Pacelli Catholic vs. Almond-Bancroft softball - Stevens Point Journal

  31-05-2023 04:05 via news.google.com
  
  Check out photos from Pacelli Catholic vs. Almond-Bancroft softball  Stevens Point Journal
  
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• Suspect arrested, gun seized on Bancroft Street in Springfield - Western Massachusetts News

  31-05-2023 03:12 via news.google.com
  Suspect arrested, gun seized on Bancroft Street in Springfield  Western Massachusetts News
  
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• United Way “Backpacks for Success” program returning this fall - mybancroftnow.com

  30-05-2023 23:23 via news.google.com
  
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• United Way “Backpacks for Success” program returning this fall

  30-05-2023 23:23
  
  A local charity is preparing to help kids go back to school this September without having to worry about supplies. 
  United Way of Hastings and Prince Edward has announced the return of its “Backpacks for Success” program for the 2023-24 school year.  
  The program helps provide backpacks full of school supplies to kids whose families would normally struggle to afford them. 
  Families will need to pay $12 per child to get a backpack as part of the program.  
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• Dale Bancroft Obituary (1936 - 2023) - Legacy.com

  30-05-2023 23:16 via news.google.com
  
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• Collateral damage | Bancroft this Week - Bancroft This Week

  30-05-2023 09:00 via news.google.com
  
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• Paramedic services in Eastern Ontario need aid: Wardens Caucus - mybancroftnow.com

  29-05-2023 22:11 via news.google.com
  
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• Paramedic services in Eastern Ontario need aid: Wardens Caucus

  29-05-2023 22:11
  
  Politicians are sounding some alarms on the state of paramedic services in Eastern Ontario. 
  A report from the Eastern Ontario Wardens Caucus says another 15 million in tax dollars is needed annually to get services into better shape.  
  The overview report, released Thursday, says that influx would lead to more favourable service performance levels. The document examines ways to address increasing calls for ambulance services and increasing off-load delay times at hospitals. 
  
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• Bancroft Walk for Alzheimer’s coming May 27 - Yahoo News Canada

  27-05-2023 18:05 via news.google.com
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• William Bancroft Obituary (2023) - Nevada City, CA - The Union - Legacy.com

  27-05-2023 12:42 via news.google.com
  
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• Switch Yard raising funds for youth programs; BBQ June 2 - mybancroftnow.com

  26-05-2023 21:49 via news.google.com
  
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• Switch Yard raising funds for youth programs; BBQ June 2

  26-05-2023 21:49
  
  People behind a Bancroft youth organization are asking the public to get “all aboard” with a fundraising drive.  
  The Switch Yard is in the midst of a campaign, which culminates with a BBQ and live auction on Friday, June 2.  
  It takes place at 5:30 p.m. at the building located along the former rail line on Hastings Heritage Way. The cost to attend is $10 a person or $35 for a family. 
  The Switch Yard’s “All Aboard” campaign hopes to raise
  
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• VIDEO | Topping out celebration at new Bancroft School - 1150AM/101.7FM WDEL

  26-05-2023 14:15 via news.google.com
  
  VIDEO | Topping out celebration at new Bancroft School  1150AM/101.7FM WDEL
  
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• Update: Reconstruction of the pavement and sheathing of the ... - Pointe-Claire

  25-05-2023 22:18 via news.google.com
  
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• Wilmington "tops out" new Bancroft School, will be completed fall 2024 - Delaware First Media

  25-05-2023 21:35 via news.google.com
  
  Wilmington "tops out" new Bancroft School, will be completed fall 2024  Delaware First Media
  
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• Ontario gas prices likely to see steady increases this summer 

  25-05-2023 21:10
  
  You might not want to wait to hit the gas pump. 
  Dan McTeague, President of Canadians for Affordable Energy says Central to Eastern Ontario’s wholesale gas prices went up an average of $0.05 per litre on Thursday,  with another $0.03 slated for Friday.  
  “Depending on the region, [the increase] ranges from four cents to nine cents,” says McTeague. “The bigger cities being nine cents, the
  
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• Ontario gas prices likely to see steady increases this summer - mybancroftnow.com

  25-05-2023 21:10 via news.google.com
  
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• Hastings County hires Connor Dorey as new CAO - mybancroftnow.com

  25-05-2023 20:53 via news.google.com
  
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• Hastings County hires Connor Dorey as new CAO 

  25-05-2023 20:53
  
  Hastings County will have a new man at the top, starting next month. 
  The County has announced the hiring of Connor Dorey as its next Chief Administrative Officer.  
  The CAO position is the top administrative job within the County, meaning he’ll oversee staff who deliver programs such as social services, paramedic services and economic development.  
  Dorey begins the role on June 1 and replaces long-time CAO Jim Pine, who’s retiring.  
  Dorey has be
  
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• Walk for Alzheimer's set for Saturday - mybancroftnow.com

  25-05-2023 17:27 via news.google.com
  
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• Walk for Alzheimer’s set for Saturday 

  25-05-2023 17:27
  
  Get your running shoes and pledge sheet ready; an important fundraising walk is coming up in Bancroft.  
  The Walk for Alzheimer’s is Saturday, May 27 at Millennium Park. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m., with the walk taking place from 10 a.m. to 12 noon.  
  There will be prizes for the top fundraisers and T-shirts available for those who raise $50 or more.  
  For more information, call 613-332-4614 or 613-962-0892 or email [email protected] &n
  
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• Quinte Health addressing staff challenges, as busy summer expected - mybancroftnow.com

  25-05-2023 15:12 via news.google.com
  
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• Quinte Health addressing staff challenges, as busy summer expected 

  25-05-2023 15:12
  
  Quinte Health’s CEO says she expects a busy summer at North Hastings Hospital, but the organization is working to minimize the chance of staff becoming overwhelmed.  
  Stacy Daub says the Bancroft-based hospital saw a rise in patient visits last cottage season. The message, that people should consider whether their health issues could be treated elsewhere before heading to the hospital, still applies.  
  “We expect that our emergency room visits will be at the same
  
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• Housing Plan at Bancroft Goes Up in Smoke - Retrospect

  25-05-2023 12:51 via news.google.com
  
  Housing Plan at Bancroft Goes Up in Smoke  Retrospect
  
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• The reasons behind Bancroft's BBL club switch | cricket.com.au - cricket.com.au

  24-05-2023 07:06 via news.google.com
  
  The reasons behind Bancroft's BBL club switch | cricket.com.au  cricket.com.au
  
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• A learning Journey using poetry and art | Bancroft this Week - Bancroft This Week

  24-05-2023 06:50 via news.google.com
  
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