Town of New-Wes-Valley

08/06/2026

Please be advised that the Town Office will be closing at 3:00pm today, Thursday, August 6, 2026.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

08/03/2026

https://www.townofnewwesvalley.ca/urban-rural-planning-act-public-hearing

The Town Council of New-Wes-Valley has adopted the New-Wes-Valley Municipal Plan Amendment No. 5 and Development Regulations Amendment No. 6, 2025.

07/31/2026

Before we officially wrap up another Crab Festival, we'd like to take one more opportunity to recognize the amazing sponsors!!!!!!!!!!!

Your generosity, support, and commitment to our community played a huge role in the success of Crab Festival 2026.

Thank you to our local businesses and surrounding communities for the generous donations!

What a incredible week of community spirit, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Thank you to everyone who attended, volunteered, sponsored, donated and to those who hosted events.

Stay tuned for what 2027 Crab Festival has to bring!!
July 26th to August 2nd, 2027

07/30/2026

07/28/2026

Happiest of Birthday Wishes to Daisy Starkes

On behalf of the Town Council and the entire community, I extend our warmest congratulations to Daisy Starkes, on the remarkable occasion of your 102nd birthday!

This incredible milestone is a testament to a life filled with strength, wisdom, and your favorite, laughter.

We are honored to celebrate this special lady and wish you continued good health, happiness, and the love of family and friends.

Happy 102 years, and thank you for being such a treasured member of our community.

With warmest congratulations,

Mayor Dean Kean
Town of New-Wes-Valley

07/28/2026

Town Office Restructuring Announcement

Following extensive collaboration and thoughtful discussions among the Human Resources Committee, Council, office staff, and various municipal officials, we are pleased to announce the completion of the Town Office restructuring.

This process has been guided by a shared commitment to strengthening our organization, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring we continue to provide exceptional service to our residents. We sincerely appreciate the dedication, professionalism, and valuable input of everyone who contributed throughout this process.

As part of the new organizational structure, Council is pleased to announce the following appointments:

• Town Manager – Allison Melindy

• Town Clerk – Juanita Pickett

• Project Manager – Alex Hefferton

The creation of the Project Manager position reflects the increasing number and complexity of projects currently underway and planned for our community. Major initiatives such as the new Water Treatment Plant, housing proposals, infrastructure improvements, and other strategic projects require dedicated oversight to ensure they continue to progress efficiently, meet timelines, and support the long term growth and success of our town.

Council looks forward to working with our staff under this new organizational structure as we continue to enhance municipal services and build an even stronger future for our community.

Please join us in congratulating Allison, Juanita, and Alex on their appointments. We are confident that their leadership, and

commitment will help move our community forward and continue delivering high-quality service to our residents.

07/27/2026

Well, Crab Festival week is coming to a end..

Join us today at the arena for Carnival Day, and check out WAYNE'S WHEEL (CASH ONLY) for Wayne's Wheel!

Tickets for games, bouncy castles, face painting are a $1.00 per ticket.
1 ticket per game
2 tickets per bouncy castle
1 ticket for face painting

Cape Freels Development Association will be providing free hotdogs and drinks. The chip truck will also be open.

07/26/2026

Yesterday was amazing!!

The day was kicked off with a beautiful sunny day for our Softball Tournament at the Guy Perry Memorial Softball Field. Thank you to Mike Tiller and Alex Hefferton for organizing the tournament!

Yesterday afternoon we had a teddy bear picnic, a big thank you to our guest author William (Bill) Kean for reading his book to everyone "Fin & Wavey of Badger's Quay".

Then last night BLACK CHERRY rocked the arena!

TODAY'S EVENTS

At 6pm at Beothic Arena the COMMUNITY CHURCH SERVICE will take place.
A time for fellowship, gospel songs and prayers.
Following the service, Cape Freels Development Association will provide a luncheon.

07/26/2026

Clue for Crab #7 - (the final crab)

GOLDEN CRAB - all picture submissions with the golden crab will give you 3 entries for the prize being give away tomorrow!!!

I have no bed, yet many plans are made here.
I have no classroom, yet people come to learn.
I have no stage, yet important voices are heard.

Visitors come and visitors go,
But I stay right where the community grows.

Look nearby, but not too far,
For the final and most valuable crab of all.

07/25/2026

We would like to thank the Ray of Hope Association for hosting a Tea Party yesterday.

Thanks to Brandon & Joy Mercer for organizing another wonderful night of poker in memory of Clydie Hounsell. Last nights tournament marked 8 years for his family allowing us to host a poker tournament in his memory during Crab Festival week.

Well, the children had the fire hall on WHEELS last night at the dances!!

Now it's the adults turn! Let's see if we can pack Beothic Arena tonight for an unforgettable night with BLACK CHERRY!!!!!!!

Bring your friends, lace up your dancing shoes, and let's make it a night to remember. See you on the dance floor!
Doors open 9:30pm
Band starts at 10:30pm

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
On behalf of the Ray of Hope Association

For those planning to leave their cars in the arena parking lot tonight please be mindful that there is a Car Show happening tomorrow in the parking lot at 1pm. So we kindly ask for your vehicles to be removed if at all possible before 12pm tomorrow (Sunday).

Thank you