News and Notices

EssexAlerts Test Coming Up

Posted on Wednesday, May 05, 2021 04:34 PM

On Friday, May 7, 2021, at approximately 1:30pm, the Town of Essex will conduct a test of the EssexAlerts Emergency Notification System.

EssexAlerts registrants and all publically...

Key map of 195 Bagot Street, also known as the Colchester Schoolhouse property)

Colchester Schoolhouse Designated a Property of Cultural Heritage Value

Posted on Wednesday, May 05, 2021 04:14 PM

Council of the Town of Essex passed By-law 2016 to designate the Colchester Schoolhouse, on Monday May 3, 2021, as being of cultural heritage value or interest under Part IV Section...

Be Prepared for Emergency Preparedness Week 2021

Posted on Thursday, April 29, 2021 02:18 PM

Sunday, May 2 marks the beginning of Emergency Preparedness Week, an annual information campaign which asks residents to review and improve on their ability to prepare for an emergency.

The...

Image of home with long grass in front yard.

By-law Feature: Tall Grass and Nuisance Weeds

Posted on Monday, April 26, 2021 11:17 AM

In this week’s By-law Feature, we’re highlighting the tall grass and nuisance weeds portion of our Property Standards By-law.

Section 10.1 and 10.2 of the by-law states that owners...

Earth Day Activities in the Town of Essex

Posted on Thursday, April 22, 2021 10:00 AM

Looking for some safe Earth Day activities to do at home or outside while following the current COVID-19 restrictions? Check out some of these safe and family-friendly options...