Three Arrested in Alexandria Drug Trafficking Investigation Three Alexandria men were arrested on March 11 after OPP officers executed a drug search warrant at a Victoria Street West residence. Suspected cocaine, psilocybin, an imitation handgun, and trafficking-related items were seized. All three men face drug trafficking charges, with one also facing additional charges for failing to comply with a release order.
South Glengarry council expressed little support for a proposal that could see two county roads transferred to local responsibility. A report from SDG’s Director of Transportation and Planning suggested reclassifying portions of County Roads 17 and 26, citing low traffic volumes and alignment with local road criteria. However, councillors pushed back, arguing that the move would place an unfair financial...
The Glengarry Pipers will have a new home next season, relocating to Akwesasne and rebranding as the Akwesasne Snappers. Team owner Ryan MacLeod cited financial challenges as the reason for the move, expressing gratitude to local sponsors and supporters over the past two seasons. While the team will now play in Akwesasne, MacLeod promises a strong lineup blending Glengarry and...
North Glengarry council has approved two key projects that will bring significant development to the Township. A new two-storey head office for MacEwen Petroleum is set to be built in Maxville, revitalizing the site of the former high school. Meanwhile, a zoning amendment clears the way for a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) on a 15-acre property near Skye Road,...
Despite a severe blizzard pushing the annual Polar Bear Dip to a new day, a dozen brave jumpers plunged into Alexandria's Mill Pond in temperatures of -11 (feeling like -30 with fierce winds). The daring fundraiser, drawing participants even from Ottawa, raised $17,000 for the Glengarry Sports Hall of Fame. Amid shouts, shock, and a bit of icy fun, the...
