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The Travelling Sommelier: Oktoberfest – Fall beers and ciders

Hometown News - October 30, 2025

Savour the season with a selection of fall beers and ciders from Ontario and beyond Now that the hot, humid days of summer are behind...

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The Travelling Sommelier: Local brewers and distillers updates

Hometown News - September 30, 2025

It’s been a while, and I figured that you would like an update survey of some product highlights on the local scene. I put...

Laurie Weir - September 10, 2025

Fuel up for a day by the Rideau or wind down after an afternoon paddle—Smiths Falls restaurants serve up flavour in all the right...

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Perth Night Market brings streets to life with music, magic and more

Hometown News - September 5, 2025

SUBMITTED Perth Night Market returns bigger than ever, with 120+ vendors, over 40 downtown businesses open late, and entertainment for all ages. The highly anticipated...

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Hometown Happenings: Weekend events in your community

Laurie Weir - August 28, 2025

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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Enjoy an award-winning experience in Rideau Lakes with a side of innovation at Stoodley’s Kitchen & Beverage

Hometown News - August 22, 2025

ELGIN — Stoodley’s Kitchen & Beverage has gone from takeout startup to award-winning community hub in just two years, earning recognition as Rideau Lakes’...

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The Travelling Sommelier: Greece and Italy

Hometown News - August 21, 2025

Journeying through Mediterranean wines with The Travelling Sommelier Well, we are half way through summer now but it feels more like the tropics than Canada!...

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Smiths Falls Ribfest returns with three days of food, fun and live music

Hometown News - August 12, 2025

STAFF SMITHS FALLS — The smell of ribs on the grill. The sound of live music drifting across the water. The joy of summer in...

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Perth Night Market returns with evening of artisans, music and magic

Hometown News - July 21, 2025

SUBMITTED PERTH — Downtown Perth will once again come alive with the sights and sounds of its signature end-of-summer celebration as the Perth Night Market...

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The Travelling Sommelier: Part 2 of the Voyage

Hometown News - June 28, 2025

PART ONE - The Travelling Sommelier: Sipping through Sydney, Perth and beyond My last article, described the beers, wines and spirits I experienced on my...

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