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Sydenham Beach Unsafe for Swimming Again

July 20, 2023 – We’ve been advised The Point Beach, 4410 Point Road in Sydenham is unsafe for swimming again by KFL&A Public Health due to unacceptable levels of E.coli in the water.

We are advising residents not to enter the water until KFL&A Public Health can confirm that the beach is safe for swimming again.

We'll be posting signs advising people not to enter the water at the beach. Day camps run by the Township will continue as planned with on-land activities and training. Swimming lessons will...

America Cup of Stocksport Coming to Harrowsmith

The Canadian Ice-Stock Federation in partnership with the South Frontenac Stocksport Club is hosting the America Cup Stocksport Tournament July 24-27, 2023 at Centennial Park in Harrowsmith, Ontario.

Athletes from Austria, Brazil, Guatemala, Colombia, Paraguay, and Canada are scheduled to compete in the competitive sport of ice stock, often described as a mix between bocce and curling over seven days. Competitive play begins with the Canada Cup on July 22-23 and then America Cup play runs from...

Level One Fire Ban Lifted in South Frontenac July 17 2023

The Level One Fire Ban in South Frontenac Township has been lifted effective Monday, July 17, 2023, at 8:00 am. The Ministry of Natural Resources has also lifted the Restricted Fire Zone that affected the north part of our Township.

Residents are reminded to always use caution when having campfires and cooking outdoors, and only burn when conditions are appropriate. See the Township’s burning By-law 2012-68 for more information.

SFFR personnel will continue to monitor conditions. If you have any...

Alton Road West Road Closure July 17

Alton Road West will be closed on Monday, July 17 from 6 am to 5 pm for construction at Loughborough Portland Boundary Road. Local traffic only. Please be alert and obey all traffic control signage. 

Keep Your Lake Healthy Forum

The Lake Ecosystem Advisory Committee is pleased to present its first annual forum for lake associations and residents interested in lake health:

Keep Your Lake Healthy
Wednesday, July 26, 2023
Sydenham Library Community Room
6:30 – 8:30 pm

Topics

• Guest Speakers from the Queens Biological Station and a local Conservation Authority
• Obtaining Township Grants for projects on your lake
• How the Township’s Draft Official Plan will help maintain healthy lakes and protect shorelines
• Networking with other Lake...