Council Highlights provide a brief overview of noteworthy decisions and presentations made at Town of Penetanguishene Council meetings. Detailed agendas and minutes from the meetings are available on our website or you can view our livestream for additional details.
North Simcoe Treasure Days are back! Treasure Days in Midland, Penetanguishene and Tay have returned. This is your chance to snap up some unwanted items and vintage finds from fellow residents for free, or find new homes for your unwanted household items!
The Town of Penetanguishene continues to monitor news and updates concerning COVID-19 in order to ensure we work to keep our community members safe. The following update provided on October 9th is in addition to the updates provided from previous weeks located here.
SIMCOE MUSKOKA – A class order under Section 22 of the Health Protection and Promotion Act has been issued by Simcoe Muskoka’s Medical Officer of Health (MOH) to enforce COVID-19 self-isolation requirements. The order took effect October 6, 2020 and remains in effect until the MOH declares it is no longer needed.
It is time to "raise some spirits!" This October, hop in the car with your family, friends or by yourself, and participate in a good old-fashioned ghost hunt.
October 2, 2020 - In consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, local medical officers of health and public health experts, the Ontario government is tightening public health measures. At the same time, in response to the second wave of COVID-19 and in preparation for the cold winter months, the government is taking action to reduce testing turnaround times while prioritizing those who are at the greatest risk.
The Town of Penetanguishene continues to monitor news and updates concerning COVID-19 in order to ensure we work to keep our community members safe. The following update provided on October 2nd, 2020 is in addition to the updates provided from previous weeks located here.
In 2019 Accessible Pedestrian Signals were installed at the intersections along the Main Street to address the pre-existing crosswalks throughout the Town of Penetanguishene.