Spotlight on Business

Regional News

Four young entrepreneurs launch summer businesses in Lanark County

Hometown News - July 8, 2026

Four young entrepreneurs are launching businesses across Lanark County this summer through Ontario's Summer Company program, with support from the Small Business Advisory Centre...

Rideau Lakes

Rideau Lakes announces 2025 Business Recognition Award winners

Hometown News - April 23, 2026

Rideau Lakes business awards see 50 nominations and honour 22 long-standing businesses RIDEAU LAKES — The Rideau Lakes Economic Development Committee has announced the winners...

Perth

A new way to connect: What high-speed rail could mean for Perth

Hometown News - February 24, 2026

ADVERTORIAL — When people hear the words high-speed rail, they are likely to picture big cities, fast trains, and major transportation infrastructure — ideas...

Smiths Falls

Tee-rific! How the BirTee is driving golf forward

Heddy Sorour - August 18, 2025

Born in Merrickville and perfected in Perth, Ontario, the BirTee could very well be a game-changer in the world of golf. Its inventor, Mario...

Community

Carleton Place bat maker caught in Torpedo bat craze

Heddy Sorour - April 16, 2025

It’s a busy time of year for wooden baseball bat manufacturers, but since last weekend, it’s gotten a lot busier. “We’ve noticed a marked difference...

Brockville

Lynn Laming-Kerr to receive Lifetime Achievement Award

Hometown News - February 18, 2025

SUBMITTED Lynn Laming-Kerr, long-time owner of Kitley Grocery & Service Centre in Toledo, will be receiving the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at this year’s annual...

Business

Dave Brown honoured with 2024 Warden’s Award

Hometown News - October 16, 2024

SUBMITTED Dave Brown humbly accepts the Bill Thake Memorial Economic Development Leadership Award. Dave has been an influential figure in Leeds Grenville, contributing to economic development...

Business

Montague’s Moose Munchies Candy Co. brings sweet traditions to Smiths Falls

Hometown News - September 17, 2024

Can this chocolate company fill the void left by Hershey’s departure? LAURIE WEIR Can an up-and-coming entrepreneur with a passion for chocolate fill the void left...

Business

Quality, community and care: The Jac’s Boutique story

Hometown News - September 4, 2024

SUBMITTED - LEEDS GRENVILLE NEWSLETTER Integrity is everything. “We appreciate the little things; the people in the community and the details we offer matter,” says...

Business

Small Business Advisory Centre announces open applications for Starter Company Plus program

Hometown News - June 6, 2024

Smiths Falls/Lanark County/North Leeds Grenville SUBMITTED The Small Business Advisory Centre (Smiths Falls/Lanark County/North Leeds Grenville) is now accepting applications for the Starter Company Plus program....

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