Keith Dempsey

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Gananoque to remove King Street Pedestrian Bridge

2 days ago | thespec.com | Keith Dempsey

GANANOQUE – A contentious chapter in Gananoque’s infrastructure history came to a close Tuesday night as town council voted 4-3 in favour of removing the King Street Pedestrian Bridge. The decision authorizes the town to enter into an agreement with Strong Bros. General Contracting Ltd., awarding a contract worth up to $488,900 (excluding HST) for the demolition of the bridge, which has been closed to the public since mid-2022 due to safety concerns.
Gananoque council approves plans for private school

2 days ago | thespec.com | Keith Dempsey

A private school in Gananoque has cleared a major hurdle, as council approved a revised development permit on Tuesday, paving the way for expanded child care and early education services at 250 Wilson Drive. The decision allows for the construction of a 1,723-square-foot accessory building on the property to accommodate a private school for up to 30 children, subject to several conditions, including compliance with the Ontario Building Code and Ministry of Education requirements.
Community applause greets new fire station in Seeley's Bay

4 days ago | thespec.com | Keith Dempsey

SEELEY’S BAY — Despite grey skies and a steady drizzle, the mood was nothing but bright on Saturday afternoon as the Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands officially opened the doors to its brand-new Fire Station 2. Located at 3306 County Road 32, the 725-square-metre (7,808-square-foot) facility replaces the original Seeley’s Bay fire hall, which had served the community since 1951.
Community applause greets new fire station in Seeley's Bay

5 days ago | recorder.ca | Keith Dempsey

Author of the article: Keith Dempsey • Special to The Recorder and TimesPublished Jun 02, 2025 • 2 minute readLeeds and the Thousands Islands Mayor Corinna Smith-Gatcke, joined by fellow councillors and local dignitaries, cuts the ribbon duringthe grand opening of the new Fire Station 2 on Saturday, May 31, 2025, in Seeley's Bay, Ont.
New Seeley’s Bay fire station set to open with ribbon-cutting ceremony

1 week ago | thespec.com | Keith Dempsey

A modern, purpose-built fire station will officially open its doors to the public on Saturday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and guided tours of the new facility. The grand opening of the new Fire Station 2, located at 3306 County Road 32 in Seeley’s Bay, will run from 1 p.m. to approximately 3 p.m. Residents are invited to attend, explore the station, and speak with Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands officials and emergency services personnel.
Gananoque mayor to seek judicial review after pay suspended

1 week ago | thespec.com | Keith Dempsey

Mayor John Beddows says he will seek a judicial review of Gananoque council’s decision to suspend his pay and require a formal apology, following a damning report from the town’s integrity commissioner that councluded he’d committed eight breaches of the municipal code of conduct. The report, prepared by integrity commissioner Tony Fleming, concluded that Beddows engaged in a pattern of harassment, discriminatory remarks, and aggressive behaviour toward both town staff and fellow councillors.
Gananoque council briefs: Lion statue approved, locum grant awarded

1 week ago | thespec.com | Keith Dempsey

A cement lion statue will soon take its place in Lions Park after Gananoque council approved a motion at its May 20 meeting directing staff to work with the Lions Club of Gananoque on its installation. Rodger Gollogly, a member of the club, appeared before council with the request to install the statue at the park, located at Wilson Drive and King Street East. Council supported the proposal, which adds a symbolic feature to the well-used community space.
Gananoque mayor breached code of conduct: Commissioner

1 week ago | thewhig.com | Keith Dempsey

Advertisement 1Council votes to dock Beddows's payAuthor of the article: • Local Journalism Initiative Reporter • • Article contentGananoque council has decided to suspend Mayor John Beddows’s pay following an integrity commissioner’s report that found multiple breaches of the municipal code of conduct, including harassment, discriminatory remarks, and aggressive behaviour.
Gananoque mayor breached code of conduct: Commissioner

2 weeks ago | thespec.com | Keith Dempsey

Gananoque council has decided against suspending Mayor John Beddows’s pay despite an integrity commissioner’s report that found multiple breaches of the municipal code of conduct, including harassment, discriminatory remarks, and aggressive behaviour. The investigation, conducted by Tony Fleming’s office, was launched following 18 formal complaints, eight of which were substantiated according to the commissioner.
Gananoque council seeks more information before survey on downsizing

2 weeks ago | thespec.com | Keith Dempsey

A proposal to publish a public survey on reducing the size of Gananoque town council has been deferred, with councillors requesting more background information and discussion before seeking residents’ input on the matter. The motion, brought forward earlier this year by Coun. Patrick Kirkby, directed staff to examine the potential implications of council downsizing and to report back by May 2025.

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My story on the passing of a retired manager of recreation for Gananoque. https://t.co/P6X9BIGz5S