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Mississippi Mills to introduce $2 paper billing fee for water bills

Paper billing fee for water bills to start in 2026 MISSISSIPPI MILLS — Mississippi Mills will begin charging a $2 fee for residents who choose...

Christmas in the Valley Artisan Show

 35 years of exceptional gift choices The Christmas in the Valley Artisan Show is the perfect place to find gifts with originality, quality and attention...

‘Pawsome Day’ in Perth as Darou Farm Dog Park officially opens

Long-awaited Perth Dog Park brings tails and neighbours together PERTH — It was a pawsome Saturday at Darou Farm as more than 100 dogs and...

Lanark County launches pilot project with net-zero tiny homes

New initiative brings sustainable and affordable housing with Lanark County tiny homes PERTH — As part of its ongoing response to the housing crisis, two...

Grassroots network helps Lanark homes prepare for climate change

Climate Network Lanark connects residents with funding, experts, and resilience strategies LANARK COUNTY — While global leaders debate carbon targets in international boardrooms, the most...

Perth committee reviews waste changes, new streets, grant bids, and newsletter launch

PERTH — At its latest committee meeting, the Town of Perth discussed upcoming changes to waste collection, approved new street names, supported grant applications,...

Rideau Lakes council roundup: loans, roads, trails, and more

LAURIE WEIR CHANTRY — Rideau Lakes council covered a wide range of items at its latest municipal services committee meeting on Aug. 11, from financing...

Canada Post clarifies that the red flag’s only use is for outgoing mail

LAURIE WEIR PORTLAND — Rural residents, did you know that red flag on your mailbox means only one thing; that you have outgoing mail? Canada Post...

Water restrictions in Carleton Place now in effect through September

Carleton Place residents are being asked to follow water restrictions again this summer, aimed at conserving the town’s water reserves. The restrictions will be...

Transit study, new fines system, and food truck rules among key updates in Carleton Place

Carleton Place council and committee meetings tackled a wide range of municipal matters this week — from early findings in a transit feasibility study...

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