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Smiths Falls Mayor Shawn Pankow won’t seek re-election, ending 16 years in municipal politics

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After 16 years in municipal politics, including 12 as mayor, Shawn Pankow says he will not seek re-election this fall, citing the demands of the job and a desire...

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Elizabethtown-Kitley mayor demands apology from Rideau Lakes councillor over ALTO claims

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Elizabethtown-Kitley Mayor Brant Burrow is demanding an apology from Rideau Lakes Coun. Paula Banks, accusing her of circulating inaccurate and damaging information about his...
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Rideau Lakes approves $61K Elgin Municipal Complex cistern fix after engineer says repairs can no longer wait

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A structural problem first identified at the Elgin Municipal Complex in 2021 is moving toward repair after Rideau Lakes council unanimously awarded a $61,050...
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Rideau Lakes begins heritage repeal process for Harmon Toffey House after homeowner cites soaring insurance costs

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Rideau Lakes council has voted to begin the formal process of repealing the heritage designation on the Harmon Toffey House in Portland after the...
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European record-setting embroidered cloth to make North American debut in Carleton Place

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 A 160.5-metre embroidered cloth created by communities across Europe will be displayed outside the continent for the first time during UA FEST in Carleton...
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Puppets Up!, the Merrickville Fair and the Perth Lions Garlic Festival—small-town summer at its finest

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Looking for something to do this weekend? We’ve got you covered.Hometown Happenings is your go-to list of markets, music, festivals, fundraisers, and good old-fashioned...

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Puppets Up!, the Merrickville Fair and the Perth Lions Garlic Festival—small-town summer at its finest

Laurie Weir -
Looking for something to do this weekend? We’ve got you covered.Hometown Happenings is your go-to list of markets, music, festivals, fundraisers, and good old-fashioned community fun happening in Smiths...
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The Travelling Sommelier: The changing face of alcohol consumption

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Consumer tastes continue to evolve as drinking trends embrace craft beverages, ready-to-drink cocktails and non-alcoholic options Have you noticed any changes these days in what...
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Almonte high school students create memory boxes for families experiencing perinatal loss

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Inspired by Jennifer Thompson, the memory boxes will be provided through Almonte General Hospital Families experiencing perinatal loss at Almonte General Hospital will soon receive...
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Ottawa 67’s Spencer Bowes drafted by New York Rangers in 4th round

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Spencer Bowes’ hockey dream became reality Saturday when the New York Rangers selected the Beckwith Township native 102nd overall in the fourth round of...

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