Hudson restricts dog walking at Sandy Beach

Hudson town council has voted to restrict dog access to Sandy Beach for the clement months. The bylaw, which came into effect Aug. 7, prohibits dogs on the beach from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., seven days a week, from May 1 to Oct. 1.
Dogs are required to be on a leash at all times, whether it be at Sandy Beach or on municipal trails.
Dog owners say keeping a dog on its leash when it is in the water can be dangerous for the animal. Hudson Mayor Jamie Nicholls told a reporter that swimming is not permitte