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Thursday, March 12, 2026

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March Break camps, magic shows and St. Paddy’s celebrations across the region

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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 community fun happening in Smiths...

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Smiths Falls council supports recreation facility steering committee

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Regional partners may help shape the proposed Smiths Falls recreation facility SMITHS FALLS — Smiths Falls council supports creating a steering committee to guide early...
Smiths Falls

Smiths Falls council delays decision on business recycling program

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Low participation raises questions about the future of the Smiths Falls business recycling program SMITHS FALLS — Smiths Falls council has delayed a decision on...
Rideau Lakes

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...
Smiths Falls

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

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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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