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Wednesday, March 11, 2026

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Smiths Falls council delays decision on business recycling program

Laurie Weir -
Low participation raises questions about the future of the Smiths Falls business recycling program SMITHS FALLS — Smiths Falls council has delayed a decision on whether to cancel municipal recycling...

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Rideau Lakes council moves to coordinate opposition to Alto rail corridor

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Bill C-15 concerns and regional outreach shape Rideau Lakes Alto opposition RIDEAU LAKES — Rideau Lakes council is stepping up its response to the proposed...
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Bears close regular season with three straight home-ice wins

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SMITHS FALLS — The Smiths Falls Bears gave fans plenty to cheer about during the final week of the regular season, skating to three...
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Policing, housing and rail debate top stories for week ending March 8

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Hometown News readers flocked to stories on Smiths Falls arrests, housing projects and the Perth Garlic Festival Readers of Hometown News showed strong interest in...
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Carleton ecologists warn of habitat loss risks from proposed Alto rail line

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Early planning needed to manage high-speed rail environmental impact, researchers say Environmental scientists at Carleton University in Ottawa are urging planners of the proposed $60-to-$90-billion...
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Rideau Lakes Township passes 2026 budget with 4.84% increase

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Infrastructure upgrades, road reconstruction and community grants included in the Rideau Lakes 2026 budget. RIDEAU LAKES — The Township of Rideau Lakes has officially passed...

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Perth Garlic Festival returns Aug. 8–9 under new leadership

Heddy Sorour -
PERTH — After a one-year hiatus, the beloved Perth Garlic Festival is back, bursting with fresh energy, big heart and, naturally, plenty of garlic. At the centre of the revival...
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Perth Garlic Festival returns Aug. 8–9 under new leadership

Heddy Sorour -
PERTH — After a one-year hiatus, the beloved Perth Garlic Festival is back, bursting with fresh energy, big heart and, naturally, plenty of garlic. At...
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Carleton Place High School Black History Month Projects aim to connect students across grades

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CPHS Black History Projects bring history to life with student art, research, and drama CARLETON PLACE – Black History Month projects from intermediate students at...
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Community callout: MRHA recruiting board members for July 2026 term

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Applications for MRHA board recruitment are due April 10 REGIONAL — The Mississippi River Health Alliance is seeking candidates to serve on its allied boards...

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