(Photo courtesy Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada)Urban Minto residents wanting chickens in their backyard, got bad news Tuesday.
Council decided by a narrow four to three vote not to allow backyard chicken coops in residential areas.
Councillor Judy Dirksen was the most outspoken in opposition. She cited concerns including health and safety, enforcement, and neighbour against neighbour.
Mayor George Bridge who voted in favour of keeping a few hens, suggested allowing them on a trial basis.
SPS Board Chair Kelly Ash said the decision followed discussions with Acting Chief Mike Federico and aligns with practices at other police services.
The annual Canada Day parade will begin at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 27, from Wildwood Park to Kenwick Park.
The $7.6 million project, which also involved water and sewer infrastructure improvements, began in 2024.
The Toronto Blue Jays dropped their third in a row Thursday, 6-5 to the visiting Texas Rangers, and the Detroit Tigers suffered a 2-1 loss to Houston.
The week-long celebration starts on Saturday and continues to next Friday.
Environment Canada said Thursday night that severe thunderstorms were moving further east after rain and high winds affected portions of the region.
