The days, the weeks, the years go by. We miss you Darcy – not being by our side – our minds still talk to you, our hearts still look for […]
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Peacefully at Perth Hospital on Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024. Our dear friend Mark Burnham of Maberly was surrounded by many friends who loved him. In his 77th year, he was […]
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With grace and dignity, at the Perth Great War Memorial Hospital on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at the age of 68 after a courageous battle. Beloved wife of John Baker. […]
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Town will lower flag for three days in his honour STAFF WRITER A former member of Perth town council for 25 years, and an avid sports enthusiast, has passed away. […]
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In loving memory of Harriet (Habbie) Elizabeth Marsh (nee Allan), who passed away peacefully on July 30th in her 90th year. Harriet was an angel on earth and cherished by […]
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LAURIE WEIR The ongoing drama surrounding the blue flyer, the integrity commissioner’s reports, and the public disagreements between councillors in Rideau Lakes have been significant distractions for the township. While […]
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LAURIE WEIR When news breaks about animal hoarding cases, the public’s reaction is a mix of anger, sadness and frustration. Hundreds of cats or dogs are often found crammed into […]
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STAFF We are thrilled to announce that Alicia Whyte has joined Hometown News in the role of Advertising and Communications. With over a decade of experience in the advertising industry, […]
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LAURIE WEIR Rideau Lakes Township finds itself embroiled in yet another round of Integrity Commissioner (IC) investigations, raising important questions: Are these probes now par for the course in township […]
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BRIAN PRESTON In keeping with my title, The Travelling Sommelier, this month I will tell the saga of sailing for 3 weeks from Boston up the New England coast and […]
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LAURIE WEIR The Sept. 3 decision by the Rideau Lakes council to seek a third-party investigation into an Integrity Commissioner’s (IC) report, while keeping the report confidential, represents a crucial […]
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ByNan Business Solutions is your go-to coach LAURIE WEIR Kevin Savoy is an engineer by trade, and has turned his passion for business into helping others. Named after his sons, […]
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