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OPP Golden Helmets team performing in Pembroke this September

The community is in for a treat this September as the Ontario Provincial Police Golden Helmets Precision Motorcycle Team is performing on the streets of downtown.

The 20-member team will be on Pembroke Street West between Victoria and Agnes streets Saturday, September 21 starting at 2 p.m. The team’s performance includes taking the motorcycles through a series of complex patterns which are intended to demonstrate the maneuverability of the machines and the riders’ skills.

A meet-and-greet with...

Update - Construction Works - Intersection of Boundary Road and Bennett Street

For Immediate Release -August 27, 2024

UPDATE – Construction Works – Intersection of Boundary Road and Bennett Street

The construction works on Boundary Road and Bennett Street is ongoing. The watermain and roadway construction in the intersection of Boundary Road and Bennett Street will be wrapping up this last week of August with paving operations in the intersection and on Bennett Street the first week of September. The intersection of Boundary Road at Bennett Street, as well as Bennett Street...

City of Pembroke advocates for region at AMO Annual Conference

This week, the City of Pembroke had the opportunity to participate in the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Annual Conference. The conference brings together staff and elected officials from across the province to learn and network as municipal leaders discuss challenges and successes and develop new relationships and partnerships. The City of Pembroke was represented at the conference by Mayor Ron Gervais, Councillor Troy Purcell, and Chief Administrative Officer David Unrau.

Mayor...

Handi-Bus receives new van thanks to funding

The Pembroke and Laurentian Valley Handi-Bus can now offer extended service hours and better door-to-door pickup thanks to funding that supported the purchase of a new passenger van.

Through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program: Public Transit Infrastructure Stream, the City of Pembroke was awarded funding from both the federal and provincial governments to support the purchase. The City will receive a maximum of $119,000 with the federal government investing $65,000 (40%) and the...

Pembroke Business Bulletin August edition

Putts + Pints: Pembroke Business Social

Join the City of Pembroke for an evening of fun and networking!

Our Putts + Pints Business Social is the perfect blend of mini putt, pints, and great company! Whether you're a local entrepreneur, business owner, or professional, this event is for you.

Date: Thursday, August 22

Time: 6-8 p.m.

Place: Riverside Park

Highlights:

• It's FREE to attend! Just make sure to register beforehand.

• Refreshments from Dog House Brewing Company available for purchase.

• Light snacks...