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Oxford Fire Hall open now until 6:00 PM - Cooling Centre

Published: August 13, 2025

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** Please note that the Oxford Fire Hall, located at 115 Waverly Street, is now open until 6:00 PM, August 13, 2025, as a cooling centre.

 

Water will be provided.

 

Water Conservation

Published: August 13, 2025

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** Oxford Water Utility Customers **

Please Conserve Your Water Usage - Advisory

The Town of Oxford is asking for your assistance in conserving our water reserves. As other areas around the province are experiencing a strained water supply, due to the prolonged period of minimal rainfall, we would like to conserve as much water as possible to ensure there is enough water for everyone to use.

We kindly request that you consider the following:

 

☑ Limit outdoor watering to the minimum necessary

☑ Take shorter showers and turn off the tap while brushing your teeth

☑ Run full loads of laundry and dishes

☑ Check for and repair any leaks in your home

☑ Refrain from washing your vehicles until the advisory is lifted

 

Your cooperation and mindful water usage are crucial during this dry period.

Thank you for your commitment to our community and for helping us conserve this vital resource.

Cumberland County Libraries - Job Opportunities

Published: August 13, 2025

Job opportunities, see picture below.

Deadline to apply is Tuesday, August 26, 2025.

For more details, click on this website: https://www.cumberlandpubliclibraries.ca/

 

Library Jobs

 

 

 

Town Hall Closing at 1 pm August 12

Published: August 12, 2025
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Town Hall in Oxford will be closed today (August 12) at 1 pm and reopen at regular hours tomorrow (August 13).
There is a secured lockbox on the Council Door (blue door at the Main Street Intersection) that accepts mail and payments.
Note: If there is an emergency, please call 902-397-3002.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
 
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Updated Info on Restricted Travel & Activities in the Woods

Published: August 7, 2025

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Please see the following article from the Nova Scotia Department of Municipal Affairs regarding an update to the travel and activities restrictions in wooded areas:

 

  pdf Message to Municipalities Burn Ban Woods Restrictions August 6, 2025(80 KB)

**UPDATED** Power Pole Replacement Waverly Street

Published: August 6, 2025

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Message from Public Works:

 

**UPDATE** Nova Scotia Power has rescheduled this work until next Tuesday, August 12, 2025, as this work will require a hydro vac truck. Road closures will be in place during this work as below.

 

Nova Scotia Power will be on site at the corner of Waverly and Water Street to replace a broken power pole that was damaged sometime overnight on Tuesday August 5, 2025

 

In order for this work to be carried out, Waverly Street will be closed from the intersection of Waverly and Water Street and Ellis and Waverly Street.

 

We do not have an estimated time of repair, but residents are asked to avoid this area until repairs are completed.

Province-Wide Restrictions for Wooded Areas and Trails

Published: August 5, 2025
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Because of the exceptionally hot and dry conditions, as of 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 5, 2025, the Province has placed restrictions on travel and activity in the woods across Nova Scotia. This is in addition to the province-wide burn ban that was put in place on July 30.
Nova Scotians are being asked to stay out of the woods. Hiking, camping, fishing and the use of vehicles in the woods are not permitted. People can still access beaches and parks, but trail systems are off-limits. Camping is only allowed in official campgrounds. The fine for violating these restrictions is $25,000.
For municipalities, while not specified, we'd encourage taking steps to limit use of wooded areas in your parks and trails for the time being.

Sidewalk repairs August 5th and 6th, 2025

Published: August 5, 2025

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Message from Public Works:

 

The Public Works team will be working towards the completion of sidewalk repairs on Waverly and Lower Main Street.

Please use caution in the areas of repair.