News and Notices
News and Notices
Oct 05
2017
BOIL WATER ORDER (3)
as of October 5, 2017. Comsumers are advised to bring water to a rigorous rolling boil for five minutes. There will be a flyer in tomorrows mail with further information.
Oct 03
2017
Water Shut Off (1)
October 4th there will be No Water or Low Water pressure from Hillview Heights(Bank Road) to end of Main Street South from approximately 9am to 12pm.
Sep 18
2017
tender - fencing
Town of Glovertown
Tender -Installation of chain link fencing
The Town Council of the Town of Glovertown invites tenders for the installation of 450 feet of 5 feet high chain link fencing including 4 gates along with post, rails, and related misc items. Bidders must be ready to start work within 1 week of the award and finish within 3 weeks. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted.
Sealed tenders, marked to contents, will be received at the Town Hall until 2:00 pm September 29, 2017.
For additional information call the Town Hall at 709-533-2351.
...Sep 01
2017
Candidates for Council
Nomination Day has come to a close. The following candidates have been nominated:
For Mayor: We have 2 candidates running for 1 seat
Doug Churchill...
Sue Sweeney-Janes
For Councillors: We have 11 candidates running for 6 seats.
Craig Arnold
Glenn Burry
Tina Burry
Jamie Feltham
Gordon W. Genge
Dick Kelly
Chantal Lynch
Crystal Oram
Jesse Paul
Gerald C. Perry
David Saunders, Sr.
Good Luck to all candidates and we hope to see every eligible voter out on Election Day. September 26th.
...Aug 09
2017
Public Notice Nominations for Candidates
Nominations for Council will be recieved August 31st, 2017 at the Town Hall from 8am to 8pm.
Please contact the Town Hall for further details at 533-2351.
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Jun 29
2017
Canada Day Celebrations
Check out these activities for July 1st celebrate at the Marine Centre in Terra Nova National Park at 1:00 Pm for the wreath laying and then 1:30 Pm for the Canada Day Carnival and at 2:30 pm for the cake cutting. Then at 7 pm join us at the Marina in Glovertown for music, barbecue and fireworks. A Jam Packed Canada Day right here in this area!
Jun 15
2017
Apr 28
2017
Employment Opportunity - Summer Students
STUDENT JOB OPPORTUNITY
The Town of Glovertown is accepting applications for student positions with the Summer Recreation Program and Visitor Information Center. We are seeking dynamic and well-organized youth to fill the following positions:
- Summer Program Coordinator – Post Secondary Student
- Supervise the day-to-day operation and administration of Summer Day Camp
- Develop, plan, and promote program activities and events
- Liaise with Town of Glovertown’s Recreation Director and Staff
- Organize and supervise Summer Program staff
- Ensure safety during program activities, at Town facilities and during field trips and visits
- Other duties, as...
Mar 22
2017
Glovertown Festivals and Special Events Committee (2)
Public Notice
Glovertown Festivals and Special Events Committee Seeking New Members
The Town of Glovertown has recently made changes to the role of the Glovertown Recreation Commission. The new name of the Committee is the Glovertown Festivals and Special Events Committee.
We are looking for new membership. The deadline for interest will be Friday, March 31, 2017.
If you wish to be on the Committee or require more information please contact Pam Thornhill, Economic Development Officer/Recreation Director
@ 533-2351 or via email pamthormhill@eastlink.ca or submit your name to...
Mar 07
2017
Ice Breaker, Open Water
Feb 14
2017
Glovertown Festivals and Special Events Committee (1)
Public Notice
Glovertown Festivals and Special Events Committee Seeking New Members
The Town of Glovertown has recently made changes to the role of the Glovertown Recreation Commission. The new name of the Committee is the Glovertown Festivals and Special Events Committee.
We currently have the following members:
Barbara Brentnall
Chris Carter
John Feltham
Terri Lynn Hiscock
Dean Ralph
We are looking for new membership.
If you wish to be on the Committee or require more information please contact Pam Thornhill, Economic Development Officer and Recreation Director
@...
Nov 10
2016
HAZARDOUS WASTE DAY
FROM 10 AM TO 2 PM AT THE RECREATION GROUNDS (BEHIND THE ARENA). FOR FURTHER DETAILS THERE WILL BE A FLYER IN YOUR MAIL EARLY NEXT WEEK.
Oct 19
2016
Job Opportunity (1)
We require worker(s) to:
Resurface and Upgrade Existing Playground
The expected project start date is: November 7th, 2015
• These positions pay minimum wage.
• All positions are open to both women and men.
• Workers must be currently unemployed to be eligible to work on the project.
• Workers can be employed for up to 400 hours.
• Individuals who require more than 400 hours of project employment in order to obtain EI benefits are not eligible to participate.
• Individuals must qualify for EI by the end of the project. Further information regarding EI eligibility is available from Service Canada.
• Individuals must...
Sep 21
2016
Casual Call-In Arena Attendant
This unionized position is for the purpose of replacing an arena employees on an as needed basis.
For further information please contact Joanne Perry at Town Hall 533-2351.
Resumes will be accepted at the Town Office until Tuesday, October 4, 2016.
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2016
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2016
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2016
Jun 09
2016
Recreation Master Plan Survey
The Town of Glovertown has hired Tract Consulting to undertake a Recreation Master Plan that will guide the development of recreation facilities and servcies for the next ten years.
Please visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3v5DJX9 to complete the survey and give a voice to your opinions and thoughts on recreation in our town. Please share.
Survey will run from June 8 to 28. If you have any question please contact Pam Thornhill at 533-2351.
May 17
2016
STUDENT JOB OPPORTUNITY
WE ARE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR STUDENT POSITIONS WITH THE SUMMER RECREATION PROGRAM. WE ARE SEEKING DYNAMIC AND WELL-ORGANIZED YOUTHS TO FILL 2 POSITIONS. THE POSITIONS WILL RUN FOR 7 WEEKS STARTING JULY 2016.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS ARE FRIDAY JUNE 3, 2016 AT 4:30 PM. DROP THEM OFF TO THE TOWN OFFICE OR EMAIL PAM THORNHILL AT pamthornhill@eastlink.ca. PLEASE INDICATE WHICH POSITION YOU ARE INTERESTED IN.
Apr 20
2016
SPRING CLEAN UP
NO ITEMS ARE TO PUT ON THE CURB AFTER THE 8TH. Pickup will begin on the 9th.
Once truck has been to your street and has picked up items it will not return. Look for flyer in the mail for further details.
Mar 24
2016
Ice Breaker
WILL BE CONDUCTING A HARBOUR BREAKOUT OF THE GLOVERTOWN SHIPYARD COMMENCING BETWEEN MARCH 25 AND MARCH 29. THE ICEBREAKER WILL BE LEAVING AN OPEN WATER TRACK IN THE ICE.
Feb 11
2016
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
Lot #'s 51 & 52 to be sold as one residential building lot (one house only) at the corner of Future Street and Campbell Place.
Minimum price to be considered is $26,000.00 plus HST.
Interested parties can pick up tender package at the Town office or request an email or fax.
For further information, please contact the Town office at 533-2351.
Written expressions of interest will be received on or before March 18, 2016.
Feb 05
2016
ARENA ATTENDANT
THIS UNIONIZED POSITION IS FOR THE PURPOSE OF REPLACING ARENA EMPLOYEES ON AN AS-NEEDED BASIS.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTAC JOANNE PERRY, TOWN CLERK, AT 533-2351.
RESUMES WILL BE ACCEPTED AT THE OFFICE UNTIL FRIDAY FEBRUARY 12, 2016.
Jan 28
2016
Terra Nova Bridge
The Town Council has received a letter from Dept. of Environment and Conservation office of the Minster advising that the Terra Nova Bridge, in the Town of Terra Nova, along the T'Railway Provincial Park, will remain closed due to Public Safety concerns. It is important that all snowmobiliers and other users be aware of the bridge closure, and understand the serious concerns with the structure.
An inpsection of the bridge has indicated significant deterioration of the concrete in the piers and abutments. Use of the bridge by any form of foot or vehicular traffic has the potential to cause...
Jan 20
2016
LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS?
THE TOWN COUNCIL HAS BEEN CONTACTED BY THE SCHOOL ASKING US TO ADVISE LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS AND BUSINESSES THAT THERE ARE SOME STUDENTS IN GRADE 9-12 STILL WORKING AT EARNING THEIR VOLUNTEER HOURS FOR A COURSE THAT THEY HAVE TO COMPLETE. IF YOU ARE NEEDING VOLUNTEER SERVICES PLEASE CONTACT SHAWN ROWE AT 533-3333 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
Dec 15
2015
Santa Claus Parade
Floats will be leaving Saunders Cove 10 am sharp!! Please bring along a non perishable food item to donate to the food bank. Thank you and have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Nov 05
2015
change in Garbage Collection Main Street North
It will now be picked up on Monday November 9, 2015.
Nov 03
2015
Oct 02
2015
FALL CLEAN UP WEEK
Collection will be as follows:
Monday & Tuesday: Bulk items, such as furniture and metals
Wednesday & Thursday: Wood products, excluding construction and demolition materials.
Refuse must not be put out any earlier than 2 days prior to collection and must not be put out after the designated day of the clean up. Each street will be completed once during this period as per the collection schedule above. Once collection is done for a specific type of item the truck will not return to pick up this type of item again.
Please watch for flyer in the...
Sep 18
2015
Sep 15
2015
RV PARK PROPOSAL
Council has received a proposal from Drexel Sparkes to develop a 12 site RV Park at 245 Station Road (between East-Glo Electric warehouse and Glovertown self storage units).
Any persons who feel they would be adverely affected should this proposal be approved, must express their concerns in writing, to Council on or before 3:00 pm, Tuesday, September 29, 2015.
Aug 07
2015
HOME OCCUPATIONS
1) Give Council the discretionary authority to permit the operation of home occupations in accessory buildings on residential properties.
2) Establish conditions under which a home occupation may be permitted to operate. The purpose of these conditions will be to limit the potential for negative impacts in residential areas.
Council invites comments from residents on the proposed change. The draft amendments are available for viewing at the Town Office and on our Website, www.glovertown.net.
Comments or objections can be made by submitting a signed statement to Council or expressing your views in person to the Town Clerk on or before...
Jul 28
2015
Jun 23
2015
FLUSHING AND GARBAGE COLLECTION
SYSTEMATIC FLUSHING OF ALL MAIN WATER LINES WILL TAKE PLACE FROM JUNE 23 TO JULY 10, 2015 EXCLUDING SATURDAY AND SUNDAYS.
DURING THIS PERIOD, RESIDENT MAY EXPERIENCE FLUCTATING WATER PRESSURE, DISCOLOURATION, OR DEBRIS IN THE WATER LINES. IF THIS OCCURS, RUN THE WATER UNTIL CLEAR, THEN REMOVE FAUCET AERATORS AND CAREFULLY FLUSH AND DEBRIS FROM SCREENS AND WASHERS, ENSURING THAT ALL PARTS ARE REASSEMBLED IN THE CORRECT ORDER AND ORIENTATION.
Jun 17
2015
WATER SHUT OFF
Water will be off Thursday June 18, 2015 9 am for approximately 6-10 hours to connect a new water service. Area of town affected will be from Oram's Funeral HOme to end of Main Street South including all by roads.
Jun 04
2015
FILL THE BOOT TOLL BOOTH
THE GLOVERTOWN FIRE & RESCUE WILL BE HAVING TOLL BOOTHS AT THE GLOVERTOWN CLINIC AND FIRE HALL FOR "FILL THE BOOTS" FOR MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY ON JUNE 13TH FROM 10:00 AM TO 2:00 PM.
Apr 21
2015
HOUSE OF DIAMONDS GENERAL MEETING
The House of Diamond Art Centre Inc. will host it's annual General Meeting on Sunday May 3, 2015 at 10 am in the gallery of the facility. 1 Main Street South. It is open to the general public and interested people are encouraged to attend.
Mar 18
2015
Application for Council review
Council has received an application from East-Glo Castle Building Supplies to construct 5 affordable housing units on the north side of Angle Brook Road just beyond the property of Kevin Holloway.
Council has received a request from Edwart Stewart to establish a domestic sawmill at 19 Riverside Road East.
Council has received a request from Keith Feltham to relocate domestic sawmill to 5 Hawkins Road.
Any persons who feel they would be adversely affected should any of these request be approved, must express their concerns in writing, to Council on or before 3:00 pm, Thuesday March 31,...
Feb 26
2015
SORT IT CENTRAL
Sorting Waste is as easy as 1,2, 3!
Residents and businesses in Central Newfoundland can now sort waste and do more to protect the environment.
Feb 04
2015
WINTER CARNIVAL SCHEDULE
FEB. 14 - TERRA NOVA TRAILRIDERS POKER RUN AND DANCE AT LIONS CLUB - 8AM -9 PM
FEB. 16 - SNOWOBILE/ATV PARADE AROUND THE BAY AT 7 PM. STARTING AT CENTRAL BOAT LAUNCH. FIREWORKS TO FOLLOW.
FEB. 17 - ANGLICAN CHURCH ACW - SOUP AND PANCAKES 12- AND 5-6.
FEB. 18 - DINNER THEATRE AT 7. GLOVERTOWN ACADEMY. TICKETS $17.50 EACH.
FEB. 19 - TRAYTOWN COMMUNITY HALL BAKE SALE AND HOCKEY GAME ON OUTDOOR RINK. STARTING AT 6 PM.
FEB. 21 - COMMUNITY BREAKFAST AT LIONS CLUB - 8 AM. 2-4 PM FAMILY FUN DAY @ RECREATION GROUNDS. CURLING BONSPIEL...
Dec 10
2014
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
There will be a Public Meeting on Wednesday December 17, 2014 at 7:30 pm at the Lions Club to discuss the feasibility study considering the Amalgamation of the Town of Glovertown and Traytown.
Nov 14
2014
Job Opportunity
Seeking applications for 1 construction/carpenter foreperson. 10-12 weeks to oversee construction of building. Drop off resume by Wednesday November 19, 2014 on or before 2:00 pm.
Oct 22
2014
Glovertown Recreation Commission 2014 AGM
Glovertown Recreation Commission will be having their AGM on Tuesday, November 4, 2014. Election of officers will take place @ 8:00 PM in the recreation building. New members welcome!
Sep 26
2014
Arena Opening Date announced
Glovertown Gardens Arena will see its ice surface ready on Friday, October 10th, 2014. The first event on the ice will be a hockey camp hosted by Impact Hockey from Grand Falls-Windsor, on Saturday, October 11th.
Start dates for local groups are as follows:
Terra Nova Tornadoes Figure Skating - Tuesday, October 14th
Glovertown & Area Minor Hockey - Wednesday, October 15th
Glovertown Curling Club - Monday, October 20th
To keep up to date on regular and special events at the arena, please check back on our website for a full arena schedule including public skates and recreational hockey. For...
Sep 24
2014
2014 Diamond Dash Announcement
The 8th Annual Diamond Dash Cross-Country Race will be held on Saturday, September 27, 2014 at Ken Diamond Memorial Park. The organizing committee are proud to announce details for this year's event. Further information can be viewed by clicking here. Further information can be obtained by contacting the Town Office @ 533-2351 or by e-mail, glovertowncounc@eastlink.ca.
Aug 20
2014
KDMP Improvements re: pets
Town Council wishes to notify users of Ken Diamond Memorial Park that a Pet Waste Station has recently been ordered and will be installed at the entrance to the Park. Bags will be provided at the station for pet owners to stoop and scoop after their pets.
In addition, signage and further public advertising will be pursued to remind park users that pets are to be tethered at all times while walking on the Park trails. Fines will be issued to those identified with dogs off-leash while using KDMP.
Apr 24
2014
April 2014 Newsletter
Please click here to view the Town of Glovertown community newletter for April 2014.
To view the Town of Glovertown Newsletter Archive, please click here.
Mar 19
2014
Glovertown Centre Plan - Update
The Town of Glovertown and its partners CBCL Limited are pleased to announce the Public Events Schedule for the Glovertown Centre Plan Design Week. We invite you to come and share your vision for the Town Centre with the Project Team during the following times:
Public Open House: Tuesday, March 25; 7-9 PM @ Town Hall
Public Drop-in Session #1: Wednesday, March 26; 12-1 PM @ Town Hall
Public Drop-in Session #2: Wednesday, March 26; 5-6 PM @ Town Hall
Public Drop-in Session #3: Thursday, March 27; 12-1 PM...
Feb 18
2014
2014 Municipal Taxes
The Town of Glovertown has released its tax rates for the year 2014. You can view all our tax rates by clicking this link.
Nov 08
2013
Flat Stanley visits Glovertown
Some of you may be familiar with the children’s book series Flat Stanley. Written by the late Jeff Brown in 1964, Stanley Lambchop is a young boy who was flattened when a bulletin board in his bedroom fell on him while he slept. “Flat Stanley” enjoys the perks of his new body, sliding under doors, acting as a kite, and most importantly, his ability to be folded up, placed in an envelope, and mailed to his friends.
The storybook took on a new phase in 1995, when a...